| Kelsey A. Begaye | |
|---|---|
| 5th President of the Navajo Nation | |
| In office January 1, 1999 – January 1, 2003 |
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| Vice President | Taylor McKenzie |
| Preceded by | Milton Bluehouse Sr. |
| Succeeded by | Joe Shirley Jr. |
| Personal details | |
| Born | unknown Kaibito, Arizona |
| Nationality | Navajo Nation and USA |
| Spouse(s) | Marie Begaye |
| Occupation | Pastor |
| Religion | Christian |
Kelsey A. Begaye was elected the fifth president of the Navajo Nation in 1998, defeating Joe Shirley, Jr. in the general election. Begaye was elected leader of the largest Indian tribe in the United States, on a platform of moral values based on Diné and Christian cultural traditions and an endorsement from former Navajo President Peterson Zah.[1]
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Nelson Gorman Jr. |
Speaker of the Navajo Nation Council 1995–1998 |
Succeeded by Edward T. Begay |