Russell Begaye: “But, over 90 percent of Utah Navajos support the monument.”

The Navajo Nation elected leadership and our grassroots community fully supported and advocated for the original designation.

Language preservation funding like Ester Martinez has provided resources for programs across Indian Country to help our youth learn their Native languages to preserve our rich traditions and unique culture.

H.R. 4532 retains the same failing as the Trump proclamation: it does not protect the Bears Ears landscape in a way that is meaningful and lasting.

This bill's 'tribal-management' is tribal in name only.