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January 9, 2007Window Rock,

Navajo Nation, Arizona

ET a b l e o f C o n t e n t s

Welcome Message1­—Dr. Joe Shirley, Jr., President 2

—Vice-President Ben Shelly6

—Events & Participants 8

—Agenda9

—21st Navajo Nation Council 10

—Past Charimans & Presidents 21

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EW e l c o m e t o t h e N a v a j o N a t i o n

Ya’at’eeh!

Enter the Navajo Nation from any direction, on any road, and you will experience its most striking quality -- space, openness, unbounded landscape.

No other land in the Southwest quite compares in scale or beauty. Throughout our 17-million-acre Nation are dramatic views of distant, angular mesas, expansive plateaus and wide, pale green valleys, all protected by our Four Sacred Mountains.

This is our beloved homeland, sacred ground, bestowed upon the Diné by the Holy People.

Navajos are a prayerful people. Everything we do, we do with prayer and reverence, from the first glow of dawn to the twinkling dusk. Our prayers, sacred songs, ceremonies, and teachings have been handed down from grandparents in every family and touch each aspect of our individual lives.

Nothing is as important to Navajos as family. From one end of our Nation to the other, we are connected through our clans, through relationships, through what is known as Ké. Through this, our families are expansive. Not a day passes that we don’t greet many people as Grandma and Grandpa, as Auntie and Uncle. As a Navajo, our relations are many.

Our land, our family and our way of life is what has made the Navajo people so strong and so enduring. Our long history is one of great challenge and perseverance, ultimately followed by success and triumph.

So please feel welcomed here today, and return home knowing why our people say, “I am proud to be a Navajo!”

Dr. Joe Shirley, Jr., PresidentTHE NAVAJO NATION

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J O E S H I R L E Y , J R .

Dr. Joe Shirley, Jr., became the President of the Navajo Nation in January 2003. He was re-elected to a second four-year term on Nov. 7, 2006, becoming the first Navajo president or chairman to be re-elected in 28 years.

President Shirley was born on December 4, 1947, in Chinle, Arizona. He is Todich’iini clan, born for the Tabaahi clan. His maternal grandfather is Tse’naaginii and his paternal grandfather is Tsenjiikini.

He is married to Navajo Nation First Lady Vikki Shirley is Kiyaa’nni, born for the Ma’iidesh giizhnii clan. She and President Shirley have six children; three daughters and three sons.

Dr. Shirley holds a Master of Social Work Degree from Arizona State University. In December 2005, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Northern Arizona University in recognition of his then-37 years of public service to the Navajo people and resident of Apache County.

Dr. Shirley served on Navajo Nation Council from 1986 to 1999. He served as an Apache County Supervisor 18 years, resigning to become Navajo Nation President. In professional life, Dr. Shirley worked in social services for 16 years. From 1983 to 1984, he served as Executive Director of the Navajo Division of Social Services.

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Vikki Shirley, First Lady

Through the years, Dr. Shirley has been recognized for his leadership in public life. In November 2005, he was chosen to represent the 370 million Indigenous people of the world to address the United Nations General Assembly in Tunis, Tunisia.

Our language is still here. Our culture is still

here. Our homeland is still here. My prayer is that 100 years from now, 500 years from

now, even 1,000 years from now, the Diné will

continue to be. Even then, a Navajo willproclaim to the Holy People, “I am here!”

—Dr. Joe Shirley, Jr., President

MN A V A J O N A T I O N V I C E - P R E S I D E N T

B E N S H E L L Y

Mr. Ben Shelly was elected Navajo Nation Vice President-elect on Nov. 7, 2006. He has been a Navajo Nation Council delegate since 1991, serving on the Economic Development Committee and the Budget & Finance Committee for eight years, the last four years as its chairman.

Vice President Shelly was born on July 6, 1943, in his hometown of Thoreau, New Mexico. He is Tó’aheedlíinii clan born for Ts’ah Yísk’ídnii. His maternal grandfather is Ashiihi and his paternal grandfather is Totinii.

He has been married to his wife Martha Shelly for 42 years. They have three daughters, two sons and 10 grandchildren.

Vice President Shelly has extensive knowledge of the Navajo Nation’s finances and an intricate understanding of the financial needs and challenges of each of its 12 Executive divisions. In addition to his Navajo Nation service, he was a member of the McKinley County Commission for eight years.

His experience and career has prepared him with the knowledge, tools, insights and understanding to serve exceptionally well as Navajo Nation Vice President and to help bring President Shirley’s numerous initiatives to fruition by the end of 2010.

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Martha Shelly

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Gi n a u g u r a l e v e n t s

GOURD DANCINGThe Inauguration will also host Gourd Dancing from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Civic Center

POWWOWPow Wow from 7:00 pm to 12:00 am also at the Civic Center

TRADITIONAL NAVAJO SHOE GAMENavajo Shoe Game Stories from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the Food PavilionNavajo Shoe Game from 6:30 pm to 12:00 am.

PRESIDENTIAL YOUTH GALAOn Friday, January 12, 2007, the Inauguration will feature the Presidential Youth Gala, from 8:00 pm to 1:00 am.

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Master of Ceremonies: Clinton JimMaster of Ceremonies: Pax HarveyMistress of Ceremonies: Selina Manychildren

09:00 am Fairgrounds Seating Begins Entertainment: Night Breeze Davis Mitchell

10:00 am Procession: Travis Terry, Flutist

Navajo Nation President Navajo Nation Vice-President Elect Navajo Nation Council Delegates and Elect Navajo Board of Election Supervisors

VIP Introduction Win Again by Kathrynn C. Arviso

11:00 am Posting of Colors: Pledge of Allegiance: Kathrynn C. Arviso Navajo Nation Flag Song: First Children Invocation: Victor Begay Welcome Address: The Hon. Ervin M. Keeswood

12:00 Pm Oath of Office: The Honorable Joe Shirley, Jr The Honorable Ben Shelly Honorable Members, Navajo Nation Council Navajo Nation Board of Election Supervisors Navajo Nation Board of Education

12:15 Pm Inaugural Address: The Honorable Joe Shirley, Jr.

12:35 Pm Inaugural Address: The Honorable Ben Shelly

12:45 Pm Honor Song: Jay Begaye

12:55 Pm Navajo Nation Song

01:05 Pm Retrieval of Colors

01:15 Pm Benediction: Bennie Silversmith

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AlamoGeorge Apachito

BreadspringsCharles S. Damon, II

Crownpoint, NahodishgishAlice W. Benally

Mariano Lake, Smith Lake Young Jeff Tom

Baca/Prewitt, Littlewater, CasameroHoskie Kee

BreadspringsErnest D. Yazzie, Jr.

HuerfanoDanny Simpson

Nageezi, Ojo Encino, Counselor – Harry J. Willeto

Becenti, Lake Valley, Standing Rock, Whiterock Harry Hubbard

ChichiltahJoe M. Lee

Iyanbito, PinedaleLawrence T. Morgan

Red RockIda M. Nelson

E A S T E R N N A V A J O A G E N C Y

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Rocksprings, Manuelito, TsayatohHarriett K. Becenti

Tohajiilee Lawrence R. Platero

Cornfields, Greasewood Springs, Klagetoh, Wide Ruins Omer Begay, Jr.

Crystal, Red Lake, Sawmill Ralph Bennett, Jr.

RamahCecil Frank Eriacho

Torreon, Pueblo Pintado, Whitehorse LakeDavid B. Rico

Cornfields, Greasewood Springs, Klagetoh, Wide Ruins Orlanda Smith Hodge

Crystal, Red Lake, Sawmill Roscoe D. Smith

ThoreauEdmund Yazzie

Coyote Canyon, Mexican SpringsMel R. Begay

Dilcon, TeestoElmer P. Begay

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F O R T D E F I A N C E A G E N C Y

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Dilcon, TeestoJerry Freddie

Fort DefianceElmer Milford

Houck, Lupton, Nahata DziilLorenzo Curley

Jeddito, Low Mountain, SteamboatSampson Begay

Fort Defiance Larry Anderson, Sr.

Ganado, Kinlichee Benjamin Curley

Houck, Lupton, Nahata Dziil Tim Goodluck

Jeddito, Low Mountain, Steamboat – Larry Noble

Fort Defiance Harold Wauneka

Ganado, Kinlichee Willie Tracey, Jr.

Naschitti, TohatchiHerman R. Morris

F O R T D E F I A N C E A G E N C Y

Indian Wells, Whitecone Lee Jack, Sr.

Naschitti, Tohatchi Peterson B. Yazzie

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Oaksprings, St. Michaels Curran Hannon

ChinleHarry H. Clark

ChinleAndy R. Ayze

Oaksprings, St. Michaels Raymond Berchman

Twin LakesNorman John, II

ChinleHarry Claw

Forrest Lake, Rough Rock, Black Mesa – Amos F. Johnson

Oaksprings, St. Michaels Roy B. Dempsey

NOT PICTURED:Houck, Lupton, Nahata Dziil Tim Goodluck

ChinleNelson Gorman, Jr.

Hardrock, PinonLorenzo Bedonie

F O R T D E F I A N C E A G E N C Y

C H I N L E A G E N C Y

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Hardrock, PinonPreston McCabe, Sr.

Many Farms, Round Rock Kee Allen Begay, Jr.

Lukachukai, Tsaile/Wheatfields Leonard Teller

Many Farms, Round Rock Elbert R. Wheeler

Tachee/Blue Gap, Whippoorwill Tom LaPahe

Birdsprings, Leupp, Tolani Lake Thomas Walker, Jr.

Lukachukai, Tsaile/WheatfieldsNelson Begaye

Nazlini, Tselani/Cottonwood Johnny Naize

NOT PICTUREDTachee/Blue Gap, WhippoorwillRaymond Joe

Birdsprings, Leupp, Tolani Lake - Leonard Chee

C H I N L E A G E N C Y

Chilchinbeto, Kayenta Willie Begay

W E S T E R N N A V A J O A G E N C Y

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Chilchinbeto, KayentaDavid Shondee

Coalmine Canyon, Toh Nanees DiziRaymond Maxx

Coppermine, Bodaway/Gap, CameronJack Colorado

KaibetoKee Yazzie Mann

Chilchinbeto, KayentaWillie Begay

Coalmine Canyon, Toh Nanees DiziHope MacDonald-Lonetree

DennehotsoKatherine Benally

LeChee Tommy M. Tsosie

Coalmine Canyon, Toh Nanees DiziHarry Williams, Sr.

Coppermine, Bodaway/Gap, CameronEvelyn J. Acothley

Inscription House, Navajo MountainLena Manheimer

OljatoHerman Daniels, Sr.

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TonaleaLeslie Dele

Beclabito, Gadiiahi David L. Tom

Red Valley, CovePhillip Harrison, Jr.

SanosteeJerry Bodie

NOT PICTURED:Kayenta TownshipRichard Mike

Kayenta Township Alyce M. Yazzie

ShontoJonathan Nez

Mexican Water, Aneth, Red MesaKenneth Maryboy

Rock PointRex Lee Jim

Sheepsprings, Newcomb, Toadlena/Two Grey Hills – Edward V. Jim, Sr.

Mexican Water, Aneth, Red MesaDavis Filfred

San Juan, Burnham, NenahnezadGeorge Arthur

ShiprockLeonard Anthony

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Chee Dodge1923-19281942-1946

Desha Clah Chischilly 1928-1932

Thomas Henry Dodge 1932-1936

Henry Taliman1936-1938

Jacob C. Morgan 1938-1942

Sam Ahkeah1946-19501950-1954

Paul Jones1954-19591959-1963

Raymond Nakai 1963-19671967-1971

Peter MacDonald 1971-19831987-1989

Peterson Zah 1983-19871991-1995

Leonard Haskie 1989-1991

Albert Hale 1995-1998

Thomas Atcitty 1998-1998

Milton Bluehouse 1998-1999

Kelsey A. Begaye 1999-2003

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ShiprockPete Ken Atcitty III

Teec Nos PosFrancis Redhouse

ShiprockGloJean Todacheene

Tse Daa KaanErvin M. Keeswood, Sr.

SweetwaterWoody Lee

Upper FruitlandLoRenzo C. Bates

N O R T H E R N N A V A J O A G E N C Y

L E A D E R S O F T H E N A V A J O N A T I O N

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