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On the recordFebruary 14, 2017
Tribal concerns are often underrepresented, and I'm glad that we're dedicating a hearing to address these issues and finding solutions.
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Stacey Plaskett
Democratic · Virgin Islands

Editor's note · Context

Plaskett emphasizes the importance of addressing underrepresented tribal issues in the hearing.

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