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American Values
American Values
The American Dream generally emphasizes values of individual wealth and materialistic growth, prioritizing progression over cultural preservation. This worldview also measures worth through the quantity of possessions and economic status.
Navajo Values
Navajo Values
Communal ties, harmony with nature, and spiritual balance are all important aspects of Navajo culture. The Hogan supports all of these values as its purpose is to sustain traditions, host ceremonies, and connect generations together. In other words, the Hogan redefines success as cultural continuity over accumulation.
While American materialism has often pressured Indigenous communities to assimilate within the broader culture, the Hogan’s survival demonstrates how Navajo values resist erasure. It challenges the dominant narrative, proving that within the modern era, identity and meaning can thrive beyond material measures.
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