On the recordMarch 14, 2012
The Department will not, and I think I am quoting you accurately now, David, will not allow 'legalistic interpretations of the law to stand in the way of extending basic Indian rights.'
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congress.govThe Department will not, and I think I am quoting you accurately now, David, will not allow 'legalistic interpretations of the law to stand in the way of extending basic Indian rights.'
Udall praises the Department's commitment to basic Indian rights.
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