Dan Kildee: “We know that Indians have the right to do this gaming under their sovereignty; that is according to the Cabazon decision…”

I was unable to attend votes due to a death in the family. Had I been present, I would have voted ``nay'' on rollcall No. 96, H. Res. 987; ``nay'' on rollcall No. 97, H. Con. Res. 86 ``yea'' on rollcall No. 98, H.R. 1836; ``nay'' on…

It makes a difference where the investment comes from and where the relationships are built, and if we defer to our adversaries, we have no ability, really, to have a meaningful impact on the continent.

I thank my friend for yielding. Pakistan and the United States have worked together as partners on issues of counterterrorism, trade, investment, and helping to ensure regional stability and security. It is because of this partnership that…

Had I been present, I would have voted ``nay'' on rollcall No. 119, H.R. 7888. personal explanation