Daniel Inouye
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Daniel K. Inouye was a prominent Democratic politician from Hawaii who served as a U.S. Senator from 1963 until his death in 2012. He was the first Japanese American to serve in the U.S. Congress and was a decorated World War II veteran, receiving the Medal of Honor for his bravery in combat. Inouye played a significant role in various legislative efforts, particularly in areas related to civil rights, healthcare, and military affairs. He was known for his commitment to improving the lives of his constituents and advocating for Hawaii's interests on a national level.
May 18, 2005
Although I do not personally support gaming, I served as the primary sponsor of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act because of the matter of sovereignty.
May 18, 2005
I commend you for holding this hearing because this hearing is about more than trust applications.
Feb 16, 2005
Today, you have no idea who you're shooting at. The rules of war do not apply.
Jan 24, 2005
Because the Native Hawaiian government is not an Indian tribe, the body of Federal Indian law that would otherwise customarily apply when the United States extends Federal recognition to an Indian tribal group does not apply.
Jan 24, 2005
. . . That is why concerns which are premised on the manner in which Federal Indian law provides for the respective governmental authorities of the state governments and Indian tribal governments simply don't apply in Hawaii.
Jun 23, 2004
My only regret is that our colleagues are not here. They should have heard this.
Jun 23, 2004
If you had to select one facility or one tribe as having a good arrangement, can you pick one so we can have a model prison?
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