As Chairman of the Subcommittee, I have held seven oversight hearings that emphasized the need to build the Federal Government's foreign language skills.
Daniel Akaka
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Daniel Akaka was a prominent Democratic politician from Hawaii who served as a United States Senator from 1990 to 2012. Born on September 11, 1924, Akaka was the first Native Hawaiian to serve in the U.S. Senate. Throughout his tenure, he was known for his advocacy on issues such as education, veterans' affairs, and Native Hawaiian rights. He played a significant role in promoting the Community Reinvestment Act and was a strong supporter of expanding access to financial services for underserved communities.
Last year, we marked the 10th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. This tragic event exposed our Nation's language shortfalls.
The Federal trust relationship that exists between the Federal Government and the Indian Tribe goes back to the very first days of this Country.
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the Save More Tomorrow Act of 2012. This act seeks to make a modest, commonsense modification to the Thrift Savings Plan, or TSP, which is the tax- deferred, defined contribution plan for Federal…
I am really very honored and fortunate to be working for Secretary Shinseki, who, as you know, sir, is a true leader in moving forward in an institution like VA.
None of us can afford to do it alone. We need to get in the canoe together, as you would say.
I had a rare experience of speaking with 10 university presidents across the country.
Mahalo nui loa. Thank you very much for your responses, for especially the work that you have been doing...
There is no way you can transform the department to better serve our veterans if you do not invest in your employees.





