"I hope that our tribal leaders, the State and Federal Government will become a stronger advocate for recovery and wellness."
"We need immediate action to find solutions to this crisis. That won't happen unless the Federal Government is willing to listen to and partner with Tribes."
"We applaud the work you have done to support AYK salmon populations through Congressionally directed spending."
"I think we recognize, as important as your Federal delegation is, and we all work hard on these issues, Federal legislative changes are just tough."
"Let's have a demonstration project on co-management. Let's fund it."
"Congress needs to amend ANILCA to protect once and for all Alaska Native rural subsistence hunting and fishing rights and ensure our people's ability to co-manage these resources."
"Help me end suicide. Help me protect our Native rights. Help me restore our resources for future generations. And most of all, help me save Alaska."
"Our subsistence way of life must have unconditional Federal support, and the State of Alaska must show willingness to seek a different path forward other than litigation."
"We especially thank you for your leadership to include language in the Fiscal Year 24 Appropriations Bill."
"I do not have that magic button that can put fish back in the river now."
"We must work together, because ultimately the loss of salmon threatens your ways of life."