On the recordMay 23, 2011
That disturbs me in terms of precedent.
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congress.govThat disturbs me in terms of precedent.
Senator Webb raises concerns about the precedent set by the President's unilateral decision to use military force.
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I believe it is appropriate for them to finally receive the federal recognition that has been denied for far too long.
the rigid nature of the administrative recognition process has been a source of delay, frustration and a lingering sense of unfairness.
I think if the administration had properly put the issue before the Congress, the likelihood is that it would have been supported.
The disagreements over sovereignty and the potential for conflict have only increased.