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On the recordMay 24, 2011
We made a promise... to ensure that the Alaska Native Land Claims Act and Settlement Act and we are far past due in keeping that promise.
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Mark Begich
Democratic · Alaska

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Begich emphasizes the importance of fulfilling promises made to Alaska Natives regarding land claims.

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