I hope you will agree with me that this form of racism has no place in modern American society.
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.
Mr. President, I would like to announce that the Committee on Indian Affairs will meet on Thursday, May 5, 2011, at 2:15 p.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building to conduct an oversight hearing on ``Stolen Identities: The…
I am fighting for the native people of Hawaii to receive recognition and have the same rights as federally-recognized tribes.
In fact, if I recall correctly, this is the first bill that Senator Tester introduced when he became a United States Senator.
This afternoon, the Committee will hold a legislative hearing on three bills that will have, without question, a significant impact on the lives of individual Indians and will improve how tribes are able to use their own resources.
Mr. President, I rise today to reintroduce the Federal Supervisor Training Act. Properly trained supervisors are critical to the federal government's ability to efficiently and effectively provide essential services to the American people…
Too many Americans do not have the financial knowledge they need to effectively manage their finances, use credit, and plan for retirement.
I am pleased that the 2011 National Strategy for Financial Literacy developed by FLEC incorporates many of the GAO's recommendations.
I authored the Taxpayer Abuse Prevention Act to increase safeguards against harmful refund anticipation loans.
This April is Financial Literacy Month, our opportunity to showcase the importance of financial literacy in America.





