SANTA FE – Republican Gov. Susana Martinez was the sole speaker at the Legislature’s American Indian Day session on Friday, prompting complaints from some Democratic lawmakers – including Indian members of the House – that tribal leaders were sidelined.

Historically, the day has featured a series of speeches by New Mexico’s tribal leaders, outlining their priorities to a joint session of the Legislature.

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