Opposes renaming Denali to Mt. McKinley and supports recognizing its heritage and Alaska Native peoples.
The Alaska State Legislature opposes renaming the tallest mountain in North America from Denali to Mt. McKinley. It supports efforts to recognize the mountain's heritage and the importance of Alaska Native peoples. The resolution highlights the historical use of the name Denali, which translates to "the high one," and its significance to Alaska Native culture. It also notes the historical context of the mountain's naming and the importance of respecting Alaska Native traditions.
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