Hashtł'ishníí Nishłį́ Áshįįhí Báshishchíín Bił ííná'ashinígíí éí @BuuVanNygren
Red Mesa, AZ
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This fall, Buu & I, will welcome a baby girl into the world💗Baby Nygren is due at the end of October. We are excited and overwhelmed with joy with this next chapter of our lives.
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The lack of infrastructure on the #NavajoNation has become fatal. Condolences to this family🙏🏽
It took over 3 hours for an emergency response. No paved roads, no cellular signal, & a lack of rural addressing. We must invest in Tribal infrastructure, roads & rural broadband.
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Happy #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Today, we honor our Native histories, cultures, & heritage. The future is Indigenous!
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I just voted YES on HB2705! This bill allows all Native students to wear their traditional regalia during graduation. I’ve always been proud to wear my traditional attire. Here’s me in my bííl at my Stanford Graduation.
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I stopped by my office today and had the chance to view artwork by Diné College students on the Third Floor of the Arizona House of Representatives.
I worked in collaboration with the Diné College Cultural Arts program to get this exhibit displayed in the House.
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Thankful for the much needed rain🙏🏽 But dirt roads are now impassible. Roads on the Navajo Nation demand investment from all levels of government. Members of this community were told to stay home. This means no work & no way to get food until roads are repaired.
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We spent the day listening to boarding school survivors in Many Farms today. Thank you @SecDebHaaland for your leadership on this issue. @GovernorHobbs also came out to listen to our Navajo people. The road to healing tour will continue across the US.
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Get vaccinated & get your booster shot as you become eligible!💉
Vaccination rates among pregnant women remain low but pregnant women experience complications from COVID-19 at a much higher rate.
Ahé’héé @NCovid19relief for encouraging our communities to get vaccinated🙏🏽
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Arizona Tribal Legislative Day 2023! It was a great day to be back at the Arizona legislature for the day. Looking forward to moving Navajo priorities forward this year!
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SB1003 just passed out of the House. This bill, if signed into law, would undermine Navajo voters ability to vote early by mail.
Representative @AthenaSalman & Representative @NygrenJasmine speaking out against #SB1003 which would no longer allow ballots to be counted after 7:00pm on election day if a signature is missing on the ballot. This bill will have a disportionate impact on tribal communities.
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My first bill has been signed into law. HB2532 allows Diné College to have their own special license plate!
Congratulations @NygrenJasmine! Her #HB2532 has been signed into law by the Governor, creating license plates to honor Diné College and the Navajo Nation. #AZLeg
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I am excited to sponsor this bill for Diné College!
The Indigenous Peoples Caucus congratulates Rep @NygrenJasmine on passing HB2532 through the House Transportation Committee. This bill creates license plates to honor Diné college and the Navajo Nation. #AZLeg
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COVID showed just how essential the internet is but 25% of rural Americans still don’t have access to #broadband. We need to prioritize bringing unserved communities online like our rural and Tribal areas! #Arizona @SenMarkKelly @SenatorSinema @TomOHalleran @RubenGallego
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HB2702 unconstitutionally burdens Tribes from putting private lands into trust by requiring Tribes to get permission from the state legislature
The Democratic Caucus’s newest member Rep. @NygrenJasmine takes aim at Rep. Mark Finchem’s HB2702, which would but state lawmakers in control of federal land transfers, but would also put undue burden on Arizona tribes and will surely end up in court. #azleg
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68% of Americans living on rural tribal lands don’t have access to broadband.
COVID has shown us the great disparities in our Tribal infrastructure.
Thank you @AIPInstitute for sharing this article.
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SB1124 passed the House which includes funding for Diné College. Ahé’héé members for your support! @CollegeDine @MyronTsosieLD7 @jamescita
Thank you to all of the Arizona legislators who supported SB 1124 today, which included an amendment to restore $1.75 million for Diné College on the Navajo Nation! Ahe’hee’
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Yéegó Ginger! As a fellow Stanford alum, I am proud to endorse Ginger for CD1! Let’s get our first Navajo woman to Congress 👏🏽
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Happy international women’s day!
I spent the morning with the first Navajo Nation female Vice President, Richelle Montoya, the first female Speaker of the Navajo Nation Council Crystalyne Curley and Miss Navajo nation Valentina Clitso.
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SB1713 has been looming all session. This bill would disproportionately affect our Tribal elders who don’t know their date of birth & have inconsistent birthdays across their records. Tribal members also wouldn’t be able to use their Tribal ID’s to vote.
Rep. @NygrenJasmine points out that many elders in Tribal nations don’t know their birthdays because they weren’t born in hospitals. #Sb1713 could disenfranchise them. #azleg #VoterSuppression
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My husband Buu Nygren announced his candidacy for Navajo Nation President yesterday!
Check out joinbuu.com to sign up to volunteer, donate, & learn about his platform. Follow @BuuVanNygren to follow his campaign.
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The AZ House of Representatives honored Private Jordan Peshlakai this morning. Ms. Peshlakai is part of the first gender inclusive training program at the United States Marine Corps training base in San Diego, CA. We had 24 of her relatives in the House.
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Navajo Nation President & Vice President @BuuVanNygren and Richelle Montoya give their first State of the Navajo Nation address this morning
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First week back in the legislative session! It’s been a busy week.
✅ 6 New Navajo Rugs & Weavers introduced to the House
✅ Welcomed our new LD7 State Senator Theresa Hatathlie! Congratulations Shádí!
✅ Tribal Nations Legislative Day
✅ Dropped my own bills
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Ahé’héé @BuuVanNygren lifting the mask mandate and making masks optional. For too long, Navajo services have been halted because of existing executive orders. Thank you for asserting Navajo sovereignty and making sure Navajo services are finally reopened for the most vulnerable.
Today, with the Navajo Department of Health and Navajo Nation Council Speaker Pro Tem Tso, we are announcing the lifting of the mask mandate for the general public and all businesses effective at 5PM today.
Let’s get to work for our People.
Read more: joinbuu.com/so/31ONHLX8B?lan…
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Ahé’héé Apache County, BIA, & NDOT🙏🏽 Apache County has gone above & beyond to service our Tribal roads.
We are thankful, but roads must be a priority. Another heavy flood or monsoon & these roads will be washed out again. We need permanent solutions.
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The Office of the First Lady partnered with Strengthening Nations out of Gallup, NM to provide winter clothing to our unsheltered relatives in Gallup. We distributed winter jackets, beanies, gloves & sanitary items yesterday.
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Ahé’héé Senator Peshlakai @jamescita for this article. Our Tribal Nations deserve investment to combat climate change. Both the Navajo & Hopi Nations have been devastated by NGS for decades. These same communities must be supported now more than ever.
azcentral.com/story/opinion/…
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The Arizona House of Representatives recognized by legislative proclamation, that Water is Life on May 2, 2022. Traditional Hopi runners ran this this proclamation from Hopi Villages to Indian School Steele Park where they hand delivered their message to me.
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I had a blast reading to young students at the Robert Charley Education Program in Red Mesa, AZ this afternoon. The program serves 4-6 year olds using the Montessori method to achieve academic and early childhood success. Ahé’héé for having me!
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My first time at the Santa Fe Indian Market! We enjoyed our time yesterday supporting our Native artisans.
Congratulations to the artists who sold out, placed in the juried contests, and all those who worked hard to make the Indian Market a success this year 🙏🏽
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Ya’at’eeh Twitter!
Ahe’hee everyone who has supported me & to those who sent in messages of support. Thank you Apache County Board of Supervisors for the appointment to the Arizona House of Representatives. I will represent LD7 with integrity & humility.
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2023 Most Influential Women in Arizona, includes the Navajo Nation’s very own, Ann Marie Chischilly! She was also awarded the Community Impact Award.
Ann Marie Chischilly is currently the Vice President of Native American Initiatives at Northern Arizona University.
#MIW2023
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I was honored to speak to SB1802 today. Thank you @jamescita for sponsoring this bill that would create the Navajo Code Talkers’ Day holiday in Arizona!
Rep. @NygrenJasmine pays tribute to her late grandfather and other Navajo Code Talkers during the passage of #SB1802 to declare Aug. 14 Navajo Code Talker Day. Thank you to prime sponsor Sen. @jamescita!
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May 5th is the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples day of Awareness.
This is issue is not new. It’s an epidemic that has plagued our people for centuries and has resulted in centuries long inherited trauma.
We will continue to raise up this issue!
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Congratulations Shínaa’í @ArlandoTeller for introducing this bill! #HB2705 is ready for @dougducey to sign✅
Congrats Rep. @NygrenJasmine for carrying @HB2705 across the finish line and former rep @ArlandoTeller for sponsoring the original bill. This bill will ensure students are able to wear tribal regalia at graduations. On the Governor's Desk! #azleg
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LD7 is always proud to wear turquoise! Trying to keep up the legacy of @ArlandoTeller & his yóó’. Thank you @JoanneOsborne8 for sharing the family story of your beautiful heirloom squash blossom with me.
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February is CTE month!
Today, I attended SkillsNATIVE where high school students from across the Navajo Nation competed in business management, carpentry, culinary, digital photography, graphic arts, health professions, job skills demo, masonry, vet science, and welding.
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We had so much fun at the Northern Navajo Fair this weekend! Join us at the Western Navajo Fair next weekend 🎡
#NygrenMontoya2022
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Utah American Indian Caucus Day - Ahé’héé to the Utah legislature for the warm welcome as tribal leaders were welcomed onto the floor of the Utah House of Representatives and the Utah Senate.
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I will be participating in this Roundtable this evening at 6pm
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As we get ready for graduation season, our Native students will be allowed to wear their traditional regalia! Ahe’hee @ArlandoTeller for introducing this bill & Governor @dougducey for signing the bill into law.
Rep. @NygrenJasmine and forner Rep. @ArlandoTeller's #HB2705 was officially signed into law by the Governor on April 20th. As a tribal member who wore her own regalia at her graduations, Rep. Blackwater-Nygren didn't want any native student denied that opportunity. #azleg
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LD7 School Districts would lose out on a total of $58,043,145! We need to override the Aggregate Spending Limit ASAP!
“Why isn’t anyone talking about this?” Rep. @Jennifer_Pawlik raises the alarm on catastrophic cuts to AZ public schools in March unless the Legislature takes action. She has sponsored bills to waive & reform the aggregate expenditure limit. #ael azfamily.com/news/arizona_sc…
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Ahé’héé @JennJermaine & @neazNativeDems for organizing this back to school drive for our Navajo, Hopi, & White Mountain Apache students 💕
Kiddos on Hopi, WMAT, & Navajo Nation will enjoy new school clothes & supplies this year! Thx to every person who donated items over the past few weeks. Special s/o to Back to School Drive organizers Reps. @JennJermaine, @NygrenJasmine, volunteer @RebeccaAHinton, & many others.💞
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Congratulations to @jamescita for passing her bill into law! A Navajo Code Talkers holiday in Arizona is long overdue 🇺🇸
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Ahé’héé Senator Peshlakai for recognizing and honoring Rex Tilousi
Senator @jamescita reading a death resolution for Rex Tilousi, Tribal Elder & Former Havasupai Chairman. Rex dedicated his life to working on behalf of the Havasupai Tribe. The Senate regrets the passing of Rex Tilousi and extend its deepest sympathies to his family
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Today, we honor all the brave warriors who have served and protected this land.
Thank you, deeply, for all you have given. Today and every day, we are grateful for you. Ahéhee’
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The right to vote is essential. Voter suppression tactics have no place in our democracy. Thanks @SenMarkKelly and @SenatorSinema for supporting the #ForThePeopleAct to make sure our elections remain free and fair!
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Thank you @ArlandoTeller for introducing this bill & @MyronTsosieLD7 for carrying this bill in the house! It is such an honor to protect our Native students’ ability to wear their traditional regalia to graduation. #HB2705
Congrats Rep. @NygrenJasmine on testifying in the Senate for the first time! She is carrying #HB2705 after Rep. Teller joined the Biden Admin. This bill would ensure native graduates are able to wear tribal regalia at graduation ceremonies like she did at her Stanford graduation.
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We toured the Family Crisis Center. FCC provides services for victims of domestic violence & counseling services for perpetrators.
If you are experiencing domestic violence call:
Local: (505)325-3549
Crisis Hotline: (505)564-9192
Toll Free: (888)440-9192
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Thank you @RubenGallego for your vision and support!
Thank you Representative. I will be introducing the Bridging the Tribal Digital Divide Act bill again. This bill be a start in fixing this inequity.
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Thank you Eastern Agency Fair for kicking off fair season on the Navajo Nation! Let’s continue to honor our traditions, culture and history this fair season.
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The Indigenous People’s Caucus will be featured on the next D-Brief!
Preview the next D-Brief with our Indigenous Peoples Caucus Reps. @JennJermaine, @MyronTsosieLD7 and @NygrenJasmine as they discuss bills affecting Indian country & the future of Jermaine's Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Study Committee. Full episode to come: #MMIP
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Sending prayers and condolences to @MyronTsosieLD7 and his family during this difficult time💕 Private Pouncy’s passing must be investigated. Our Native women are warriors, but the epidemic of #MMIW must end.
PRESS RELEASE: Rep. @MyronTsosieLD7 Statement on Death of His Niece, Navajo US Army Private Marriah Pouncy. Services Friday in Chinle.
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I encourage all Navajo people to vote today. Check in with your relatives and friends to make sure they have a plan to vote in our Navajo Nation, state, and national elections. Please be safe, travel carefully to the polls, and dress warmly. Let’s make our voices heard. Ahéhee’
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@GovMLG made it a priority to meet with new Navajo Nation leadership on the Opening Day of the New Mexico legislature. Ahé’héé Governor!
#nmleg #NN1stLady
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Thank you @katiehobbs for supporting the new Navajo Nation leadership!
Congratulations @BuuVanNygren! Wishing you many blessings and great strength as you lead the Navajo Nation. I look forward to partnering with you and Vice President Montoya
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Thank you @SenatorSinema and @SenMarkKelly for supporting the #ForthePeopleAct. The stakes for getting #ForthePeople passed out of the Senate could not be higher, especially while our Tribal Voting rights continue to be attacked. Ahé’héé!
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Check out my recent interview with Fox 10 News about the recent floodings on the Navajo Nation.
The Navajo Nation faces extreme flood conditions as most roads are made of dirt.
fox10phoenix.com/news/navajo…
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Thank you @Deb_manuel for recognizing the hard work of being a new mom & an elected official. I’m so thankful for the amazing support system that allows me to do this work 🙏🏽
As a young professional @NygrenJasmine accepted an appointment to ensure business does not stop for Arizona constituents, she shows up for work, and her values about the people are evident in her active voting activity at the Arizona House. Great work Mama! 💪🏽
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Congratulations Speaker Curley!
We are excited for your leadership & advocacy.
First Lady Jasmine Blackwater-Nygren, Vice President Richelle Montoya and I congratulated the newly-elected speaker of the 25th Navajo Nation Council, Crystalyne Curley this evening.
Speaker Curley becomes the first Navajo woman to assume the speakership!
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The next stop for the Arizona State Study Committee on Missing & Murdered Indigenous People is tomorrow!
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I was invited to attend this event tomorrow with @CronkiteMsjc
Happy Thursday, everyone!
Tomorrow, March 19, from 12-1 p.m. @najaatasu will be having a discussion with AZ State Rep. @NygrenJasmine.
To join them, visit: links.asu.edu/NAJAEvent
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So great to see other states follow Arizona’s lead in passing this law!
Utah law will now allow Native American regalia at high school graduation ceremonies - The Washington Post washingtonpost.com/lifestyle…
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Here’s our next Navajo Nation Vice President, Richelle Montoya. If elected, Richelle would be our FIRST female Vice President to serve the Navajo people. I’m beyond excited to support the #NygrenMontoya ticket!
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We had a great discussion yesterday with DNC Chairman @harrisonjaime
Honored to join tonight's superstar panel with DNC Chair @harrisonjaime. I look forward to collaborating with all AZ leaders to continue to find ways to engage Native voters in future elections! 💙
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Yéegó Ginger!
I am proud to announce that I am running for Congress in CD1. It’s time to end the gridlock and pass legislation that will benefit the people of my district. We must come together to solve the challenges facing our state. Join my campaign today. gingerforarizona.com
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I had a great time talking with agricultural teachers & FFA advisors this morning! My time spent as an FFA member inspired my public service.
Thank you to @NygrenJasmine for meeting with several agriculture teachers from across our state. They greatly appreciated hearing more about your experience in FFA and how this prepared you for your career in public service.
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Gov. Ducey signed Tribal Gaming Compact Amendments and HB2772 into law. It was an honor to be part of such a historic moment. I congratulate all the Tribes in Arizona for their hard work.
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My husband @BuuVanNygren is officially a candidate for Navajo Nation President!
Hello friends and family. I am officially a candidate. As you have asked me to become your next Navajo Nation President. I ask you to continue helping and supporting our efforts to take our nation in a new direction. Ahe’hee 🙏
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Condolences to the family of the White Mountain Apache officer who was killed🙏🏽
Ahé’héé to all emergency services who responded including those from the White Mountain Apache tribe, San Carlos Apache Tribe, Apache and Navajo Counties, and other agencies. abc15.com/news/state/white-m…
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“According to the Navajo Police Department, they reported more than 60 cases of this happening in Tuba City.”
FBI: Millions given to illegitimate rehab homes in the Valley targeting Indigenous people 12news.com/article/news/loca… via @12News
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Myself, @MyronTsosieLD7 & @TheresaHat arrived at Indian Steele Park with donated drinks, snacks & pizza to help Navajos stand up to the Valley heat today.
Thank you to our Democratic colleagues who donated and volunteered to help.
abc15.com/news/region-phoeni…
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Congratulations to our Navajo Champions at the 2024 Indian National Finals Rodeo!
This year, seven prestigious INFR World Titles are coming home to the Navajo Nation, a testament to the dedication and pride that our Navajo contestants bring to the rodeo arena.
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Today, we honor the memory of our warriors who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Our Navajo people have a long history of bravery and service. Let us remember their contributions and uphold the values they fought for on this #MemorialDay
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Congratulations to the newly crowned Miss Northern Navajo, Damaris Yazzie, representing the community of Teec Nos Pos, AZ, and Miss Northern Teen, Kaydence Yazzie, representing the community of Kirtland, NM.
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Happening next Friday!
Join us for Cafe 7 and meet state Rep. @NygrenJasmine!
Fri., April 2 @ 9AM AZ / 10AM MT
We'll spend some time taking a look at LD7 issues & discuss her new role since being sworn in February.
You don't want to miss this community conversation.
Sign up: bit.ly/ncdcontactinfo
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Vote early or vote on August 2nd! Position #5!
It was a beautiful evening in Monument Valley! 🏜
This was taken shortly after Hike with Buu last week. The primary election is only 17 days away! You can now vote early or vote on August 2nd 🗳 Vote Position #5!
#navajonationpresident #buu4president #buunygren #vote4buu
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In addition to the Miss Indian Rodeo Pageant Traditional Presentations, the INFR held their Fashion Show presented by Bitahni Boutique providing a showcase of Native talent. Each contestant presented their traditional attire, sharing stories and significance behind their designs.
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Thank you @CesarChavezAZ for shedding light on this issue.
A number of rural hospitals have a 'high financial risk' of closing. Expanding Medicare raises the risks of that happening. azcentral.com/story/opinion/…
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Happening tomorrow morning!
TOMORROW (4.2) is Cafe 7 with Special Guest state Rep. @NygrenJasmine! This is our first community conversation event for Legislative District 7 and is an opportunity for residents to connect with elected and community leaders. mobilize.us/dashboard/aznati…
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If you're out enjoying the Western Navajo Fair, don't forget to support our small Navajo-owned businesses. Whether it’s artists, chefs, or entrepreneurs, each contributes to our community. Be mindful of your surroundings, travel safely, dress warmly and enjoy your weekend!
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“We did something, we guided, and things like that. My children and grandchildren yéédaalniin dooleel. Yee náás yikah dooleeł. My children and grandchildren will remember it. It will keep them going in the future.”
— John Kinsel Sr. | Code Talker Stories by Laura Tohe
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Yéegó Naat’aanii Bolding!
Today, I’m announcing my run to be your next Secretary of State. I’ve been on the front lines of fighting for our democracy for years and, with your support, I’m just getting started. Join our team: bit.ly/3pPPWuW
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The Navajo Nation Office of the First Lady is partnering with Diné College and Navajo Technical University for a College Supply Drive!
Support the drive by donating NEW items. Donation sites can be found across the Navajo Nation.
Accepting donations until August 21st
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Ahé’héé @CollegeDine for hosting the first debate! Nygren/Montoya for the next Navajo Nation President & Vice President!
Register to vote for the NN General Election by September 30th! 🗳
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As the temperatures drop and we gather for more indoor events, it's important to stay protected and vaccinated. Vaccines help reduce the severity of illness, keep our healthcare system from becoming overwhelmed, and most importantly, protect our vulnerable relatives. Ahéhee
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Thank you Chinle Agency fair for the warm welcome! Fair season is officially back on the Navajo Nation🎡 #NygrenMontoya #NavajoNationFair #BuuNygrenforNavajoNationPresident
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Wishing the best to our Diné women vying for the esteemed title of Miss Indian Rodeo 2024-2025.
Join us in supporting these remarkable women as they aim to bring home the crown for Miss Indian Rodeo.
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