Daniel Akaka actually said...

"This Senator believes there should be no doubt on the question of the existence of Native Hawaiians."

"We must ensure that Native Hawaiians have the same opportunities as other Americans."

"This legislation provides parity. It enables Hawaii's indigenous people to establish a government-to-government relationship with the United States."

"It is needed because in 1893, the Native Hawaiian government, led by Queen Lili'uokalani, was illegally overthrown."