American Indian Heritage Day

Nov. 14, 2007
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Earlier this year, Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawaii introduced a bill creating a national holiday to recognize the contributions of Native Americans.

National Leaders share their views about the plan to designate the Friday after Thanksgiving as American Indian Heritage Day.

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