LETTER TO THE EDITOR: One Size Does Not Fit All: An Honest look at Roads and Financial Disparities Between Tribal Nations

There is a phrase often used in federal policy discussions: “one size fits all.” It sounds efficient. It sounds fair. But in Indian Country, it has never been either.

After serving for many years as a Tribal Chairman, I have seen firsthand how this approach continues to fail our communities – especially when it comes to road infrastructure and the funding systems that support it.

Let me be clear: ro…