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.
Nov 9, 2011
It is also important to talk about the limitations of restrictions in Federal law or policy that hinder economic prosperity.
Nov 9, 2011
your success in creating food products that promote a Native American way of wellness that feeds mind, body, and spirit is impressive and inspiring.
Nov 9, 2011
Such a law would empower villages to step off the sidelines waiting for the troopers and to take action necessary to save one of their own.
Nov 2, 2011
It is clear our men and women in uniform now more than ever need to be educated in financial matters both before and after they complete their service to our country.
Nov 2, 2011
Thank you. Ms. Petraeus, I want to congratulate you and wish you the best as you focus on the important topic of financial education and consumer protection for military families.
Nov 2, 2011
If there was one thing Congress could do to help CFPB better protect servicemembers and their families, what do you think that would be?
Nov 1, 2011
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, November 10, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a legislative hearing on S. 1192, Alaska Safe…
Nov 1, 2011
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, November 17, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in Room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct a hearing entitled ``The Future of Internet…
Oct 31, 2011
I thank the Chair. (The remarks of Mr. AKAKA pertaining to the introduction of S. 1763 are located in today's Record under ``Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions.'')
Oct 31, 2011
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the Stand Against Violence and Empower Native Women--SAVE Native Women--Act. I would like to thank the cosponsors of my bill, my good friends Senators Inouye, Murray, Udall of New Mexico, Begich…
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