The New York Times reports, “The Navajo have had more people infected with the coronavirus per capita than any state in the country.” A tragic example is Valentina Blackhorse, a Navajo tribal citizen, at 28 years-old she was Miss Western Navajo Nation Princess, who dreamed of someday becoming the President of the Navajo Nation.” I am so sad when I hear of the loss of Valentina Black Horse, which shows that all of our people are at risk. Through prayer, we must honor the Native Americans and Americans lost in the battle with Coronavirus. Many other Native Nations are facing serious COVID-19 crises, Alabama is a “hot spot.” Florida and Texas are seeing huge spikes. Arizona is now the highest rate of infection in the world. The virus is moving fast. As the CDC says, wear masks, wash your hands, clean with disinfectants and maintain our social distance. This must continue to be our priority all throughout Indian country to help lessen the severity of this pandemic. GEORGE FLOYD: AMERICA MUST END SYSTEMIC RACISM On May 25, 2020, George Floyd feared for his life when he encountered. Minneapolis Police Sergeant Chauvin said, “Put him on the ground.” Chauvin kneeled on Floyd’s neck as George said, “I can’t breathe” and called out for his mother. Onlookers called
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