Heidi Heitkamp actually said...

"It is the job of each and every one of us to ensure the protection of all children."

"No child, regardless of their background, should ever have to endure abuse at the hands of those who are meant to provide safe and loving homes."

"This hearing is an opportunity for us to discuss the implementation of the Native American Children's Safety Act (NACSA)--a critically important step forward for improving the welfare of Native childr..."

"Thank you, Chairman Cotton, and thank you for being such a great partner in putting together this hearing on such a critical and important topic."