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Moving Beyond Federal Programs: From Opportunism to Nation-Building

Too often, tribal development strategies are shaped by short-term funding opportunities instead of long-term community priorities. While federal dollars can provide critical relief, true prosperity requires something more: sovereignty in practice. By shifting from opportunism to nation-building, Native nations can align development with culture, strengthen governance, and build lasting futures.