Daniel Akaka

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Daniel Akaka

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. Senate
Date of Birth September 11, 1924
Date of Death April 6, 2018 (Age: 93)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Daniel Akaka graduated from Kamehameha Schools and served in the United States Army Corps of Engineers during World War II. He earned a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Education from the University of Hawaiʻi. Akaka began his career as a high school teacher, eventually becoming a head principal. He then transitioned to the public sector, holding various leadership roles in state and federal programs. His professional journey reflects a blend of educational leadership and public service administration.

Political Ideas

Daniel Akaka's legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. His support for the Abandoned Shipwrecks Act of 1987, while simultaneously opposing budget cuts that could affect state resources, illustrates a nuanced stance on federal versus state authority. Akaka's voting pattern suggests an ideological agility that balances economic pragmatism with a commitment to preserving cultural and historical assets.

Campaigns
2006: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. Senator from Hawaii

210,330 votes (61.35%)

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2000: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

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U.S.A. Senator in Hawaii, 2000

251,215 votes

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1990: U.S.A. Senate
ELECTED

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U.S.A. Senator in Hawaii, 1990

188,901 votes

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1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Hawaii House of Representatives 2nd District

88.90% of vote

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1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Hawaii House of Representatives 2nd District

76.10% of vote

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1984: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Hawaii House of Representatives 2nd District

82.20% of vote

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1982: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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Hawaii House of Representatives 2nd District

89.20% of vote

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1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Hawaii House of Representatives 2nd District

89.90% of vote

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1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Hawaii House of Representatives 2nd District

85.70% of vote

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1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Hawaii House of Representatives 2nd District

79.50% of vote

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