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James Hena

Helpfulness and effectiveness of the Indian Health Service and its contract procedures

Topic:
New Ways
Descriptor:
Cardiac Surgery
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About James Hena

James Hena is a past president of the Association on American Indian Affairs, and a six-time governor of Tesuque Pueblo. Mr. Hena points out that many reservation lands are devoid of natural resources or other employment options that might bring economic gain to Native people, creating an ongoing need for funds from the U.S. government.

Tribal Affiliation

Tesuque Pueblo

Hometown

New Mexico

Occupation

Former Governor of the Tesuque Pueblo

Region

Southwest