Jun 8, 2011
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, June 16, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct an oversight hearing entitled ``Finding Our Way…
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.
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Jun 6, 2011
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, June 9, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct an oversight hearing entitled ``Setting the…
May 26, 2011
Mr. President, I rise today to speak about legislation that would remove the obstacles preventing Filipino veterans of World War II from being united with their children, a situation whose roots reach back almost eight decades. The…
May 25, 2011
I can assure you--and there are just three of us left in the Senate today, Senator Inouye, Senator Lautenberg and I--I can assure you we learned the value of the Navajo language then, in World War II, and of the bravery of the Navajo…
May 25, 2011
We must ensure that our Native children have access to a quality education that respects their culture and language.
May 25, 2011
Senator Akaka embodies all that is good and possible for Native Hawaiians and part Hawaiians.
May 23, 2011
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, May 26, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in Room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct an oversight hearing entitled ``In Our Way…
May 18, 2011
I want to thank you publicly, you and Secretary LaHood, for taking the time to come to Hawaii in March.
May 18, 2011
Public transportation is critically important to Hawaii, which currently has the highest gas prices in the Nation.
May 12, 2011
Mr. President, today I am introducing the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation Pilots Equitable Treatment Act to ensure fair treatment of commercial airline pilot retirees. Joining me in this effort are Senators Harkin and Durbin, as well…
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