Mike Rounds actually said...

"I would simply point out that these two leaders have come together."

"Our South Dakota Senators, Mike Rounds and John Thune, who offered this Senate companion bill to restore our lands to 'Indian country' status with reference to our 1868 Treaty deserve our gratitude."

"We must work together to address the challenges facing our tribal communities."

"Moving forward, it is my hope that we can come together to acknowledge the history of the Wounded Knee Massacre and work to mend our history through reconciliation and mutual respect."