Daniel Akaka actually said...

The United States has recognized that the trust responsibility to Native nations means supporting and advancing their ability to be self-det...

We must ensure the survival of the many Native nations who have called these lands home long before Columbus first set sail.

We must ensure that the federal recognition process is fair and transparent.

I am truly appreciative for the manner in which Senator Akaka has been a champion for not only Native Hawaiians but also for the critical is...