Dan Akaka - From the Campaign

Local Environment Group Endorses Senator Akaka

Ashley Pias — Tue, 24 Oct 2006 21:54:59 -0400

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 24, 2006

Contact:
Andy Winer
(808) 227-5932

LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP ENDORSES SENATOR AKAKA
The Sierra Club Supports Senator??€™s Proven Record

Honolulu ??€" Senator Dan Akaka expressed his appreciation to the Sierra Club Hawaii Chapter for its endorsement of his re-election to the U.S. Senate, and promised to continue to work toward building a sustainable Hawaii.

??€œI have always, and continue to be a strong supporter of protecting our environment," said Senator Akaka. ??€œI believe it is necessary to build a sustainable future, especially in Hawaii, which is unique for its native habitats and tropical surroundings.

Senator Akaka Rallies Support for the Democratic Vote

Ashley Pias — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 22:14:09 -0400

For Immediate Release
October 23, 2006

Contact: Lea Okudara
Phone: 753-7169

Senator Akaka Rallies Support for the Democratic Vote
Families enjoy fun, food and entertainment at the Ohana Rally

Honolulu ??€" Senator Dan Akaka and his fellow Democratic candidates rallied together in support of the Democratic vote at the Akaka in 2006 Ohana Rally last night. About 200 supporters enjoyed an intimate gathering of good food, entertainment and fun at Noelani Elementary School.

Senator Akaka was joined by Congressman Neil Abercrombie, Senator Brian Taniguchi, Senator Carol Fukunaga, Representative Scott Nishimoto, Representative Kirk Caldwell, Councilwoman Ann Kobayashi and Democratic State House candidates Mike Abe and Della Au Belatti.

Senator Akaka Receives "Taxpayers' Friend Award"

Ashley Pias — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 22:11:14 -0400

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 23, 2006

Contact: Lea Okudara
(808) 539-3438

SENATOR AKAKA RECEIVES ??€œTAXPAYERS??€™ FRIEND??€ ? AWARD
Senator Earns a Perfect Score on Tax Vote Assessment

Honolulu ??€" The Citizens of Tax Justice (CTJ) recently presented Senator Dan Akaka with the ??€œTaxpayers??€™ Friend??€ ? Award for receiving a perfect score on his Congressional Tax Report Card. Senator Akaka was one of only 19 in the U.S. Senate, and among 157 of 535 members of Congress to receive this award.

??€œI am honored to be recognized for my votes against tax cuts for the very rich,??€ ? said Senator Akaka. ??€œOur country is suffering from increasing federal debt. We need to reverse the current course of the Bush Administration??€™s fiscal policies and prevent further debt increases caused by tax cuts enacted since President Bush took office.??€ ?

28 MORE INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS ENDORSE SENATOR AKAKA

Ashley Pias — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 21:03:51 -0400

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 22, 2006

Contact: Elisa Yadao
(808) 595-7449

HONOLULU- Senator Dan Akaka is pleased to have received additional endorsements
from: Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), Association of Retired Firefighters of Hawaii, Communications Workers of America Local 9415, Governor George Ariyoshi, Hawaii State AFL-CIO, Hawaii State Council of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, the Humane Society
Legislative Fund, International Brotherhood and Allied Trades Local 1791, International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local 90, International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers Local 121, International Union of Bricklayers & Allied Craftsman

Akaka to Run Vigorous Campaign

Rachel Mark — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 22:56:36 -0400

Senator Looking Forward to Next Six Weeks

Senator Daniel K. Akaka reiterated today that he is looking forward to continuing his campaign to be returned to the United States Senate.

??€œWe??€™ve just come off a tremendous effort and victory in Saturday??€™s primary election and I intend to run the same sort of campaign heading into the general election,??€ ? Akaka said.

??€œI want to thank the voters of Hawaii for their support and let them know that we will continue talking and listening to them on the important issues of the day. I do believe that there are clear differences between my general election opponent and me, particularly when it comes to questioning the direction in which the Bush Administration has taken our country,??€ ? Akaka added. ??€œWe??€™ll be talking about those issues in the coming weeks and will be working hard across the state.??€ ?

Senator Akaka Visits Helemano Plantation

Ashley Pias — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 18:05:07 -0400

September 21, 2006

SENATOR AKAKA VISITS HELEMANO PLANTATION FOR THE MOON FESTIVAL

HONOLULU??€" Senator Dan Akaka will visit Helemano Plantation on Thursday, September 21 at 10 a.m. for the Moon Festival, a health and wellness fair for senior citizens.

Senator Akaka has served the people of Hawai??€˜i in the nation??€™s capital for the past 30 years. Now seeking his 3rd full term in the U.S. Senate, Akaka is a Ranking Member on the Veterans' Affairs Committee, the Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management, the Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks Historic Preservation and Recreation, and the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Federal Government Management, the Federal Workforce and the District of Columbia.

Native Hawaiians Voice Their Support For Senator Akaka

Ashley Pias — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 18:02:30 -0400

September 20, 2006

NATIVE HAWAIIANS FOR AKAKA

HONOLULU ??€" Leaders from various Native Hawaiian organizations will hold a press conference at noon tomorrow, Wednesday, September 20 at the Akaka in 2006 headquarters to encourage Native Hawaiians and the public to vote for Senator Dan Akaka this Saturday.

The organizations will be expressing their mahalo to Senator Akaka for his past work on behalf of Native Hawaiians and also sharing their mana??€™o on why they support Senator Akaka over Ed Case.

Attachment: Comparison on why Native Hawaiians support Senator Akaka

NATIVE HAWAIIAN COMPARISON

Senator Akaka And Family Cast Their Votes

Ashley Pias — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:53:10 -0400

September 18, 2006

SENATOR AKAKA AND FAMILY CAST THEIR VOTES

HONOLULU ??€" Senator Dan Akaka and his family headed to the polls this afternoon to cast their votes in the Primary Election.

??€œI voted today in hopes to continue to serve the great people of Hawaii,??€ ? said Senator Akaka. ??€œI humbly ask for your vote this Saturday and encourage everyone to head down to the polls.??€ ?

Senator Akaka was joined by his wife Millie, sons Gerard and Nick Akaka and daughter-in-law, Belinda Akaka.

??€œI am proud of all that my dad has done for Hawaii and the country while serving in the U.S. Senate,??€ ? said Gerard Akaka. ??€œHe is a not a man who talks about his accomplishments but simply does what he needs to do to get the job done.??€ ?

Senator Akaka Extends His Appreciation to Supporters At Family Day Event

Ashley Pias — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:50:59 -0400

September 17, 2006

SENATOR AKAKA EXTENDS HIS APPRECIATION TO SUPPORTERS AT FAMILY DAY EVENT

HONOLULU ??€" More than 1,000 people showed their support for Senator Dan Akaka today at McKinley High School for the Akaka Family Day celebration.

"I was overwhelmed by the support and aloha from everyone who attended," said Senator Akaka. "I wanted to have an event where people could bring their ohana and have a good time."

The event was free and open to the public and featured performances by Sean Na'auao, Kapena, Krush, Danny Couch, the Akaka Ohana and Brickwood Galuteria. The festivities also included keiki inflatables, games, crafts, prizes and other family activities. Community organizations such as the Hawaii Governemnt Employees' Association (HGEA), International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU), United Public Workers (UPW), Lawyers for Akaka and Progressive Democrats of Hawaii (PDH) also hosted booths with information and games for keiki.

More Than 250 Lawyers Endorse Senator Akaka

Ashley Pias — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 15:58:46 -0400

September 15, 2006

MORE THAN 250 LAWYERS ENDORSE SENATOR AKAKA

HONOLULU- Lawyers from around the state have pledged their support for Senator Akaka in the upcoming election for the U.S. Senate. A statement by Lawyers for Akaka reads: ??€œAs attorneys, [they] are particularly mindful of choosing courageous leaders who embrace the concepts of justice and fairness. In his thirty years in Congress, Dan Akaka has demonstrated time and again that he is that type of person.??€ ?

??€œI am humbled to be endorsed by prominent and successful lawyers in the state,??€ ? said Senator Akaka. ??€œI admire their drive to perpetuate truth, equality and justice in the state of Hawaii.??€ ?