Daniel Akaka actually said...

"I plan to work closely with all of you to improve Federal financial literacy efforts."

"The leadership on financial literacy exhibited by the President, Secretary, and many others is all the more critical now because so many Americans are struggling financially."

"Financial literacy is an issue that must be addressed as we continue to grapple with severe economic challenges and global recession."

"The negative impacts of financial illiteracy are less obvious when the economy is booming, employment is plentiful, and wages rise."