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John McCain: The recognition of an Indian Tribe by the Federal Government is just that, the recognition that there is a sovereign…

On the recordSeptember 12, 2012
The recognition of an Indian Tribe by the Federal Government is just that, the recognition that there is a sovereign entity with governmental authority which predates the U.S. Constitution, and with which the Federal Government has established formal relations.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain emphasizes the sovereign status of federally recognized Indian Tribes.

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