well i didn't grow up, here, as a member of the indian tribe, i am proud to be connected to these lands and a diverse alaskan community that lives here. >> it's so good in. here it's nice and warm. that mobile is in the shape of the eye of awareness. >> i am so proud to meet with -- mary portola. a woman who has made history as the first alaska native serving in the united states congress. >> has it feel to be the first alaska native congresswoman? it's >> surprising to realize our state as old as it is. and we haven't had a person and our congressional delegation who's elected basket native. >> is there anything your daughter has said? something that's made you feel extra proud? >> i was in the minneapolis