Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 27, 2023
Congress cannot and should not stand by as the United States heads down another path of broken treaties, agreements, and trust responsibilities to Indian tribes.
Said by
Brian Schatz
Democratic · Hawaii

Editor's note · Context

Schatz emphasizes the need for Congress to uphold water rights for Indian tribes.

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