Maria Cantwell actually said...

"Tracie has been a key part of the Tulalip's successful transition in numerous critical positions."

"Are you willing to use enforcement authorities you have at your disposal in order to ensure the tribes remain, stay on top of this process?"

"The nomination of Tracie Stevens to be Chair of the National Indian Gaming Commission is an important nomination."

"What we need in this position... is someone who understands and can balance the many unique and complicated issues that arise between tribal sovereignty and Federal law."