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On the recordSeptember 13, 2016
Do we really want to set Native American conversations with Congress and agencies back another 100 years? My sincere and heartfelt request is no.
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Raul Ruiz
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Ruiz warns against potential setbacks in Native American relations due to legislative precedents.

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