Mazie Hirono: “Unless modified for the years after fiscal year 2016 and beyond, I believe that they will threaten our long-term…”

their allies on the Court are making it easier for Republicans to dilute the voting power of minorities to tip the scales in their favor, not just in this year’s election, but for years to come.

I happen to be the only naturalized citizen sitting on this committee, and I am horrified by the implication that naturalized citizens basically get second-class citizenship.

Ignorance is not bliss, and yet that is what President Trump wants the American people to be in--in a state of ignorance. Our national parks tell the story of our country--good, bad, past, present, and future. With over 430 national park…

With Hawaii being home to 40% of the country’s endangered and threatened plant species in the country, celebrating biodiversity and promoting environmental conservation is critical to uplifting our state’s history and culture.