Byron Dorgan: “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…”

Although histories, cultures, and languages may be diverse, one theme was always consistent--the challenges of accessing healthcare and life-saving services.

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 do not support privatization. I told you what I do support and why.

I spoke on the floor of the Senate a number of times about general aviation and its importance to this country.