Madam President, I rise today in honor of National Day of Service and Remembrance for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism. Today marks the 15th anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing, one of the deadliest acts of domestic terrorism on…
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.
Madam President, I am pleased that the Senate is passing H.R. 4360 by unanimous consent. Major Soltes was truly an inspiration to all of us, and I am proud to support this legislation. Major Soltes deployed to Iraq in 2004 and paid the…
I am confident that, if confirmed, these nominees will join the others who have appeared before us in making valuable contributions to the District.
Mr. President, I am pleased that the Senate has once again passed a resolution designating April as Financial Literacy Month. I thank my cosponsors, Senators Enzi, Dodd, Crapo, Johnson, Corker, Schumer, Cochran, Menendez, Wicker, Kohl…
Mr. President, today I rise to recognize America's public servants, who provide so many of the vital services upon which this nation relies. As the Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight…
Under President Obama's strategy for Afghanistan, as the United States works to destroy al-Qaeda, the Nation also is working to build the capacity of the Afghan government and bring new opportunities to its people.
Japanese Americans serving in the U.S. military were critically important in reconstructing Japan in the aftermath of World War II.
Ultimately, as the administration has said before, all options are on the table.
the United States has a key interest in Iran's relations with other countries.
the administration is currently working with the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Permanent Five Members Plus Germany (P-5+1) to establish sanctions against Iran.





