Daniel Akaka

There is a human capital crisis in the federal government. Not only are we losing the decades of talent as read more

There is a human capital crisis in the federal government. Not only are we losing the decades of talent as civil servants retire, we are not doing enough to develop and nurture the next generation of public servants.

I am delighted the president has signed this bill, ... Hawaii can now begin to develop alternative sources of water.

I am delighted the president has signed this bill, ... Hawaii can now begin to develop alternative sources of water.

I have witnessed how education opens doors, and I know that when sound instruction takes place, students experience the joys read more

I have witnessed how education opens doors, and I know that when sound instruction takes place, students experience the joys of new-found knowledge and the ability to excel.

I am always telling our federal agencies and contractors that if they bring work to Hawaii, they need to hire read more

I am always telling our federal agencies and contractors that if they bring work to Hawaii, they need to hire Hawaii residents.

We have never intended to 'cut into the pie' of funding for Indian programs and services,

We have never intended to 'cut into the pie' of funding for Indian programs and services,