Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 14, 2009
Providing these benefits makes sound business sense.
Said by
Daniel Akaka
Democratic · Hawaii

Editor's note · Context

Akaka argues that offering domestic partner benefits is essential for federal recruitment.

Share

More from Daniel Akaka

Sep 21, 2012

today I wish to join my colleagues in bringing attention to Alzheimer's disease and dementia, which tragically affects so many people across our Nation, including in my home State of Hawaii. Today, the Alzheimer's Association recognizes…

govinfo.gov
Dec 18, 2012

I fought to include a report on remittance transfers in the Dodd-Frank provisions.

congress.gov
Nov 19, 2012

You have been a great partner in our work to improve the District and have been, what else can I say, a zealous advocate for its residents for 22 years, and I am still counting.

congress.gov
Dec 27, 2012

I rise to welcome Hawaii's new Senator, Brian Schatz. Brian is a leader for Hawaii's present and for our future and I welcome him with much aloha pumehana, which means warm love. I also welcome and congratulate Senator Schatz's wife Linda…

govinfo.gov

Other voices in this conversation