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Russell Begaye: “Navajo culture and language preservation is a top priority for the Navajo Nation because Dine Bizaad (Navajo language)…”

On the recordAugust 21, 2018
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.
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Russell Begaye

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Emphasizes the importance of preserving Navajo culture and language.

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