Daniel Akaka actually said...

"Senator Akaka and I have introduced legislation to deal with people who want to work at the tail end of their career on a part-time basis where that will not interfere with the status of their annuiti..."

"Our men and women who put themselves in harm's way to protect our freedoms deserve the absolute best service when they return."

"It is my hope that the Committee will vote on your nomination in the very near future and that it will be considered expeditiously by the full Senate."

"We certainly are looking forward to a time when we can improve these systems."