Outgoing chair leaves legacy of ‘truth and compassion’ on Standing Rock Sioux Tribe

Outgoing chair leaves legacy of ‘truth and compassion’ on Standing Rock Sioux Tribe

FORT YATES, N.D. — While the leader of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe is known by her ancestors as Winyan Wagatia, the Lakota name for "Woman of High Honor," those who know her say she doesn't get the props she deserves. But outgoing Chair Janet Alkire doesn't care about recognition. The 15-year Air Force veteran, USA Today Woman of the Year, mother of two, eldest daughter of six, homecoming queen and first woman elected to lead the Standing Rock…