Navajo Nation Vice President Frank Dayish Jr. launched his presidential campaign last week after being snubbed by President Joe Shirley Jr.
Dayish said he would make economic development a priority if elected. He said he handled economic issues as vice president for Shirley.
Shirley is seeking re-election as president. According to news reports, he didn't tell Dayish about his campaign kickoff.
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Dayish campaign begins with rally in Shiprock
(The Gallup Independent 5/9)
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Wednesday, May 10, 2006
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