Russell Begaye: “I am here because our people care enormously about the Bears Ears National Monument and stand united with the tribes…”

The harm is there. Our people are still suffering today.

H.R. 4518 truly honors tribes and tribal sovereignty, and ensures a meaningful role for us in managing the lands.

the answer, then, lies with Congress, which can pass laws that withstand the test of time and presidents.

Navajo culture and language preservation is a top priority for the Navajo Nation because Dine Bizaad (Navajo language) retains our heritage legacy and individuality as Native people.