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Byron Dorgan

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Byron Dorgan is a former United States Senator from North Dakota, serving from 1992 to 2011 as a member of the Democratic Party. He was born on May 14, 1942. During his tenure in the Senate, Dorgan was known for his advocacy on issues such as agriculture, energy, and Native American rights. He played a significant role in promoting policies aimed at supporting rural communities and addressing the needs of tribal nations. Dorgan also served as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, where he focused on improving the lives of Native Americans and addressing their concerns in federal policy.

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Sep 27, 2007

We'd be glad to make slots, if you wish and...

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Jul 3, 2007

I think, you know, the scandal of tainted pet food is going to move us in this direction because finally I think people say, you know, this is not just some academic debate. Country of Origin Labeling, understanding where the meat you…

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Jun 14, 2007

I think, you know, the scandal of tainted pet food is going to move us in this direction because finally I think people say, you know, this is not just some academic debate. Country of Origin Labeling, understanding where the meat you…

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Apr 18, 2007

Senator Domenici, I think what we will do is arrange a classified briefing and invite members of the subcommittee to it.

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Apr 18, 2007

This is very critical and we want to make sure it continues to move forward.

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Apr 18, 2007

I think in 1945 had someone said, 'You know what? We're going to build thousands of additional nuclear weapons, thousands of them, and by the way, in the next 62 years, none will be used in anger, that's going to require some unbelievably…

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Apr 18, 2007

These are--as I indicated when I started--very complicated issues. And I have tried very hard to meet with a lot of people, study these issues, try to understand these issues in recent months.

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Feb 28, 2007

I thank you for the response. I hope you'll share what you have learned, with the Committee, when you learn it.

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Feb 28, 2007

Well, I've met many of them, and they are an unbelievable group of American men and women, courageous.

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Feb 1, 2007

Whatever the reasons for it, it has to change. This has to stop.

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Feb 1, 2007

It is shameful to me that starting tomorrow, the month of February, it will be 2 full years that the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs position has been open and unfilled.

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Feb 1, 2007

I believe is qualified, well qualified, I have supported this nominee.

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