02/25/2009
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"Obviously, if the kind of parade of horribles that some may have dreamed up were happening elsewhere, we would see States and localities and American citizens beating your doors down for changes in ou..."
"On behalf of the Hawaiian Homes Commission, I ask that you approve this bill so we can work toward recognition and continue doing good work for all the people of Hawaii."
"I absolutely agree. I would agree with the statements that have been made before me that the United States has authority to legislate in behalf of Native peoples."
"The United States has federally recognized more than 560 Indian tribes."