Byron Dorgan actually said...

I would like to thank Senator Dorgan, Senator Murkowski, and indeed the entire Senate Committee on Indian Affairs for all of their hard work...

We are not discouraged. In fact, we have great hope that our long struggle will bear fruit in the 111th Congress.

It is critically important that reforming and improving the health care system for American Indians remains a high priority.

I also urge the Committee to take opportunities to improve the Indian health system during health reform.