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On the recordMarch 17, 2009
The State of North Carolina has already by state law recognized the Lumbee Indians under that tribal name. Giving official recognition to the Lumbee Indians means a great deal to the 4,000 Indians involved.
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Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

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Senator Kaine emphasized the importance of federal recognition for the Lumbee Indians.

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