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Published October 08, 2009, 07:12 AM

Senate OKs apology to American Indians

The Senate has approved a resolution apologizing to American Indians for years of “ill-conceived policies” and acts of violence by U.S. citizens.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has approved a resolution apologizing to American Indians for years of “ill-conceived policies” and acts of violence by U.S. citizens.

Lawmakers said the resolution, included in a defense spending bill approved late Tuesday, was a symbolic gesture meant to promote a renewed commitment to tribal communities. The resolution was introduced by Republican Sam Brownback of Kansas and Democrat Byron Dorgan of North Dakota.

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