Don Young
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Don Young is a Republican politician who served as the U.S. Representative for Alaska's at-large congressional district from 1973 until his passing in 2022. He was the longest-serving member of Congress in Alaska's history and was known for his strong advocacy for Alaskan interests, particularly in areas such as resource development and indigenous rights. Young was a prominent figure in various legislative efforts, including those related to transportation and infrastructure in Alaska. Throughout his tenure, he was recognized for his direct and often colorful communication style, which resonated with many constituents.
Jun 23, 2015
I would like to see this not be a black eye on American citizens, and Puerto Rico be accepted as equal.
Jun 23, 2015
When I spoke in this committee room at a hearing earlier this year, I used the term 'colonialism by another name.'
Jun 23, 2015
This is a challenge to Congress. And the reason we are having these hearings is trying to get somebody to start talking about it, because this is a black eye on American soil.
Jun 23, 2015
I personally don't believe--I have said all along, and don't get upset with me--if you are not going to be a state, you should become an independent nation.
Jun 23, 2015
We must show the 3.7 million Americans living in Puerto Rico... that those of us attending today's hearing still hear them when they speak.
Jun 23, 2015
The out-migration of what I call the more talented people in Puerto Rico into the mainland is devastating.
Jun 23, 2015
The status quo cannot exist--the unfairness to Americans not being listened to by this Congress.
Jun 16, 2015
Injustice does not pander to those that have, and deprive those that do not have.
Jun 16, 2015
It was theirs, before. And to take and be this small, and not say it is their right, is wrong.
Jun 16, 2015
If I thought for a moment there was true negotiation, government-to-government, I wouldn't be having this bill.
Jun 16, 2015
The final bill on our agenda today, H.R. 2538, would direct the Interior Secretary to take into trust approximately 511 acres of non-contiguous fee land owned by the Lytton Rancheria.
Jun 16, 2015
My bill would recognize the five communities under ANCSA, establish urban corporations for the communities, and provide a process for the newly established urban corporations to negotiate with the Department of the Interior.
Jun 16, 2015
ANCSA prohibits these communities from obtaining an administrative or judicial solution, so legislation is necessary.
Jun 1, 2015
I understand the concern of the gentleman from Louisiana on the current status of red snapper management in the Gulf of Mexico and your interest to support actions taken by the Gulf States that are supported by many of your constituents…
Jun 1, 2015
I disagree with the gentleman from New Mexico's comments on this. This does not add an additional cost, and why people say that, I don't know. All this does is very simple, and I explained it when I explained my amendment, and I urge the…
Jun 1, 2015
(Mr. YOUNG of Alaska asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)
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