05/29/2012
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"the opioid crisis has disproportionately affected American Indians in this country and certainly in Minnesota."
"This law is supposed to encourage development of more effective prevention programs to fight alcohol and drug abuse among at risk youth."
"I am committed to making sure that we continue to update the Violence Against Women Act to more effectively address the unique needs of women and children in Indian Country."
"They cost the United States billions of dollars in damages each year, some research suggests over $120 billion."