PHOENIX,
State Capitol –
Current members and members-elect of the Arizona Legislative Indigenous Peoples
Caucus today released the following statements regarding the murder
investigation of Amanda Dakota Webster, a 26-year-old mother of three from
Cameron on the Navajo Nation. Webster's life was taken
Dec. 2 in Kentucky, where she was employed as a welder. A suspect is in
custody.
From Senator Jamescita Peshlakai, D-Window Rock
“Amanda Dakota Webster, of the Diné people, child of Towering House and
Bitterwater clans, was a daughter, granddaughter, mother and welder working for
the American dream. Our country failed her with the nightmare of hardship
and violence, but we cannot fail to act for her three children as they begin
their journey of life motherless. Public safety, mental healthcare, social
justice and political leadership are all equally up for scrutiny,
accountability and change.”
From
Senator-elect Victoria Steele, D-Tucson
"We implore the State of Kentucky to fully investigate the
death of Amanda Dakota Webster. The lives of Indigenous women are precious
and should be honored, not dismissed or disregarded."
From Senator-elect Sally Ann Gonzales, D-Tucson
"We must honor Amanda's life by ensuring that her death is
fully investigated, therefore we ask all the Kentucky State authorities to do
their jobs to bring justice to Amanda, her three children, her family and
community."
From Representative
Eric Descheenie, D-Chinle
"My
heart goes out to the family of Amanda Webster, especially her sons, as they
grieve during this very difficult time. The outpouring of sentiments expressed
by those who knew Amanda show that we lost someone very special. May our
Creator be with her soul and all those who begin the long road to healing
and recovery. We must deliver justice to the neglected epidemic of missing
and murdered Indigenous women and ensure perpetrators are held fully
accountable for their actions. We owe it to the many families who've suffered
great loss."
From Representative
Wenona Benally, D-Window Rock
"The
Native community has lost another beautiful life, taken tragically by senseless
violence. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and children of Amanda
Dakota Webster. We call on the state of Kentucky to join us in seeking justice
for Amanda’s loved ones. We must continue to seek justice for her and the
countless number of Indigenous women and girls whose lives continue to be
stolen from us each day."
From Representative-elect Jennifer Jermaine, D-Chandler
"My heart aches for the family of Amanda Webster and the Diné people.
We implore the State of Kentucky to fully investigate her murder."
From Representative-elect Myron Tsosie, D-Chinle & Representative-elect
Arlando Teller, D- Chinle
"Our sincerest condolences to Ms. Amanda Dakota Webster's
Family, especially to her three children. We stand in unity to demand the State
of Kentucky seek justice. We will address the epidemic of missing and murdered
Indigenous women. As Diné, we are obligated to care for Ms. Webster's three
children and keep them close to our hearts."
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