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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.

May 4, 2011

I hope you will agree with me that this form of racism has no place in modern American society.

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May 4, 2011

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…

Congressional Record · 2011-05-04
Apr 13, 2011

I am fighting for the native people of Hawaii to receive recognition and have the same rights as federally-recognized tribes.

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Apr 13, 2011

In fact, if I recall correctly, this is the first bill that Senator Tester introduced when he became a United States Senator.

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Apr 13, 2011

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.

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Apr 13, 2011

I really want to thank Senator Barrasso for his leadership on this bill.

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Apr 12, 2011

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…

Congressional Record · 2011-04-12
Apr 11, 2011

Too many Americans do not have the financial knowledge they need to effectively manage their finances, use credit, and plan for retirement.

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Apr 11, 2011

I am pleased that the 2011 National Strategy for Financial Literacy developed by FLEC incorporates many of the GAO's recommendations.

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Apr 11, 2011

I authored the Taxpayer Abuse Prevention Act to increase safeguards against harmful refund anticipation loans.

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Apr 11, 2011

This April is Financial Literacy Month, our opportunity to showcase the importance of financial literacy in America.

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