North American Indian Center

11/24/2025

November 24th, 2025
"Kaiali'i (Kai) Kahele is a Native Hawaiian and a member of the Democratic Party, currently serving in the Hawaii State Senate. Before his election to the Senate, he represented Hawaii's 2nd congressional district in the U.S. House from 2020–2022. Kahele is known for his advocacy on issues affecting Native Hawaiians, including environmental protection, education, and economic development. He brings a strong commitment to serving his community and preserving the unique culture and heritage of Hawaii."

Quote:
"He aliʻi ka ʻāina; he kauwā ke kanaka."
("The land is chief; the people are its servants.") — Native Hawaiian Proverb

11/24/2025

November 23rd, 2025
"Yvette Herrell, a member of the Cherokee Nation, is a Republican politician from New Mexico. She served as the U.S. Representative for New Mexico's 2nd congressional district from 2021 to 2023, becoming the first Republican Native American woman elected to Congress. Before her tenure in the U.S. House, Herrell was a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from 2011 to 2019. In 2024, she ran again for the 2nd congressional district seat."

Quote:

"Leadership is not about power; it is about responsibility." — Wilma Mankiller, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation

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