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Daniel Akaka Quotes
«The question of whether or not Congress has the authority to federally recognize a Native Hawaiian governing entity is an issue that has yet to be ruled on by the courts,»
«We have never intended to 'cut into the pie' of funding for Indian programs and services,»
«I am deeply saddened by this event. I am stunned that so many lives were lost in a single incident, ... My heartfelt thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathies go to the families of each Marine.»
«As long as you're here in Hawaii you learn to have great respect for this particular goddess and you can see her work still evident today at her volcano,»
«This legislation would restore American confidence in our meat industry by setting a uniform national standard. It sends the right message to consumers here in the United States and around the world that our meat industry is serious about ensuring the health and well being of all consumers.»
«[Akaka and others in the delegation downplayed the Justice Department's statement yesterday.] Every practical policy issue raised by DOJ in our negotiations has been addressed and resolved, ... Although I realize and respect that there are those who have differing views, the bill is constitutional.»
«As it has for America's other indigenous peoples, I believe the United States must fulfill its responsibility to Native Hawaiians.»
«My intent in drafting this bill is to provide Native Hawaiians with the opportunity to reorganize their governing entity for the purposes of a federally recognized government-to-government relationship with the United States, ... This is important because it provides parity in the way the federal government deals with the indigenous peoples who inhabited the lands which have become the United States.»
«Unless FEMA has a direct line to the president, the people of Hawaii and the nation are at risk. FEMA must be restored as an independent agency.»
«Congress has a duty to taxpayers to make informed decisions when carrying out its legislative, appropriation, and oversight functions. Such decisions require access to timely and accurate information, and when access is restricted, we are unable to provide oversight and fulfill our constitutional responsibilities.»