Byron Dorgan: “Well, we didn't have a hearing, I think, because of original discovery.”

It is well documented that Indian children are far over represented in foster homes, which is another cultural issue.

We have to shine all the spotlights on one spot and figure out not only what is happening, but how on earth do we fix it.

Senator Dorgan once said it takes four agencies and 49 steps. I think with the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation, we say it is seven agencies and 100 steps.

I just want to say that I am concerned about the court's decision in Carcieri and the impact it may have on those tribes that were recognized after 1934.