Political Quotes

“I rise to suggest that, first of all, these atrocious cases that are pointed out as the rule are really the exception, and that if there had been a hearing, then we would know that we should not take this action. I rise in support of the Young-Miller amendment, and I think that in respect to our responsibilities to respect the sovereignty of the Indian nations and their relationships with our Government, that we should tread lightly as we go forward here. And even though they may be well-intentioned, the proponents of this effort may be well-intentioned, it is misguided, at best. Madam Speaker, I would hope that the Members of this House would honor our responsibility and oath to the Constitution and respect the agreements and the laws of our country as relates to our relationships with the sovereign Native American nations.”