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Jon Tester: Self-governance is a positive thing, and it is undeniable that Indian Country has had some difficulty.

On the recordJanuary 28, 2014
Self-governance is a positive thing, and it is undeniable that Indian Country has had some difficulty.
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Jon Tester
Democratic · Montana

Editor's note · Context

Tester acknowledges the benefits of self-governance amidst challenges faced by Indian Country.

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