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On the recordFebruary 11, 2009
We have made promises, we have signed the line in treaty agreements, and we have trust responsibilities.
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Byron Dorgan
Democratic · North Dakota

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the U.S. obligations to Native American treaties.

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