Remembering Ben Nighthorse Campbell

About this episode

The episode honors the life and legacy of Ben Nighthorse Campbell on his 93rd birthday through reflections from friends and family.

On what would have been his 93rd birthday, friends, family and fellow leaders gathered in Ignacio on April 13th to honor the life and legacy of Ben Nighthorse Campbell. Those who knew him best reflect on a man who transformed Native American representation in American politics, championed tribal sovereignty, and proved that anybody can make a real difference. By Sadie Smith. Watch this story at montezumalocal.news.

People in this episode

Host: Sadie Smith

Topics covered

• Native American representation
• politics
• tribal sovereignty
• legacy
• community gathering

Keywords

• Ben Nighthorse Campbell
• Native American
• politics
• tribal sovereignty
• legacy
• Ignacio
• community

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Ignacio

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