Mazie Hirono: “I think you are well aware that the history and culture in Hawaii is very different from that in Oklahoma or Florida or…”

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.

Families of students with disabilities deserve an educational system that is going to provide their kids with the education services that (are) required under IDEA.

Arts and creative expression are fundamental to a well-rounded education," said Senator Hirono.

As The Trump regime and Congressional Republicans continue to attack healthcare and diversity initiatives from all fronts, working to ensure healthcare is affordable and accessible to all has never been more relevant.