June 2010 Candidate Message-Cecelia Tall Chief

By Cecelia Tallchief, Candidate for Assistant Chief

Ha.We. I, Cecilia Tallchief, a registered nurse in Fairfax, am announcing my candidacy for Assistant Principal Chief.

As a registered nurse, working within Indian Health and private systems, I’ve experienced how efficient, quality healthcare should be delivered. Through cooperative efforts with IHS and shared financial investments, we can create a system that meets the needs of all Osages.

I will base my campaign on three major issues: Healthcare, Economic Development and Education. Improved access to healthcare facilities, elder care and additional health related services are a top priority. I have a strong belief in the Osage people and their right to better healthcare and economic opportunities.

It is our responsibility to determine what type of life our children will enjoy, it begins with well organized tribal administration, business minded leaders and listening to the ideas, needs and concerns of Osage people. We must provide better economic, educational and social programs for all of our Osage citizens.

My family and I are lifelong residents of Gray Horse and we have a distinguished history of Osage Tribal leadership. I graduated from Fairfax High School and received my Bachelors of Nursing from Pittsburg State College. For more information on my campaign please visit: www.ceceliatallchief.com.

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