Governor’s vetoes provoke strong words from Native lawmakers
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Gov. Susana Martinez struck more than $2 million meant for the state’s tribal communities from the state’s budget. Continue Reading
Education efforts must build on strengths of tribal communities
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Early childhood efforts in New Mexico must be done with tribes, not for tribes. Continue Reading
Bill to fund new Code Talkers museum passes Senate committee
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The bill would allocate $1 million to build a Navajo Code Talkers museum and veterans center in New Mexico. Continue Reading
A map of language charted by Navajo philosophy
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Esther Belin is trying to shape a uniquely Navajo way of writing. Continue Reading
Three years after killings, ABQ’s Native American population remains vulnerable
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As Mayor Richard Berry prepares to leave office Dec. 1, Native advocates and community members have mixed reactions to his efforts. Continue Reading
The challenge of growing a business on the Navajo reservation
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Starting a business is always challenging — but Native American entrepreneurs face unique challenges on tribal lands. Continue Reading
Navajo Nation seeks small-business sustainability
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Farmer Stacey Jensen is envisioning a market on the North Leupp Family Farm. Continue Reading
Could Navajo businesses stabilize a boom-and-bust economy?
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The Navajo Nation government has created a $20 million fund to help small businesses get started. Continue Reading
Grassroots community development group strives for lasting change
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In South Dakota, the Oglala Lakota people have created for themselves an organization to address a wide array of economic, health and cultural challenges. Continue Reading
To build healthier communities, some tribes look away from IHS
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A growing number of tribes are deciding that managing their own clinics and behavioral health programs will help. Continue Reading
The Navajo Nation has a wild horse problem
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The population is exploding, but the tribe doesn’t have funding to manage it. Continue Reading
Indigenous knowledge helps untangle the mystery of Mesa Verde
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Pueblo people and archaeologists are working to understand the science of human migrations. Continue Reading
In Indian Country, Obamacare repeal is a life-or-death issue
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The U.S. government is poised to limit funding for Indian Health Services. Continue Reading
Fracking boom leads to tension in Navajo communities
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A recent listening session provided a glimpse into tensions in several small Navajo communities near Chaco Canyon over an uptick in fracking in recent years. Continue Reading
Of course government can and should help all children
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All children can thrive, if given the help they need. I’d like to see us choose to help. Continue Reading