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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 recordMay 18, 1994
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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Affirming the sovereignty of recognized Indian tribes and their relationship with the U.S. government.

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