Former Navajo President Ben Shelly stands with newly elected Navajo Vice-President Jonathan Nez and President Russell Begaye.
Russell Begaye & Jonathan Nez sworn in as new Navajo leaders Photography by Lyonel Tso 8
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On May 12, former Navajo Nation Delegates Russell Begaye and Jonathan Nez took their oath of office as President and Vice President of the Navajo Nation. The event took place before a large crowd in Fort Defiance, Arizona. The 2015 inauguration was attended by Navajo Nation tribal members, Navajo Delegates, local and regionally political dignitaries followed by a VIP dinner and meet and greet. Many cheered when the new President spoke about “Awakening of a New Dawn”. Begaye also said that economic development will be one of his top priorities.