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On the recordJune 10, 2009
This bill would also provide a structured process to address the longstanding issues resulting from the overthrow of the Kingdom of Hawaii.
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Neil Abercrombie
Hawaii

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Abercrombie discusses the bill's aim to address historical injustices faced by Native Hawaiians.

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