On the recordOctober 26, 2011
The point of reference is that we cite all the Native tribes. They are far from being in unison. In fact, during our conversation within the Resources Committee, former tribal chairman and 16-year tribal Councilman Harrison Talgo testified that the traditional Apache values are not mutually exclusive with economic development. Given that the San Carlos Apache is one of the most impoverished tribes in the Nation, with unemployment rates around 70 percent and poverty affecting every facet of tribal members' life, I couldn't agree more with Mr. Talgo. Mr. Talgo also points out that Oak Flat, the campground in question, is a long way from the reservation. He also pointed out the majority of tribal members he speaks about in this project support this project.
