06/29/2010
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"At the time, President Grover Cleveland characterized America's conduct as an 'act of war' against the Native Hawaiian people."
"Native Hawaiians are clearly a nation, both prior to and after contact with Europeans."
"the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act is clearly constitutional, because it fulfilled a compelling government interest"
"I would like to also extend that gratitude to Senator Inouye as well as Senator Murkowski, who has been a longstanding supporter with us in this effort."