That makes a difference when you have all these Asian faces running then getting elected. You have some 30 people, many of them Democrats, running for Congress. When the community sees the other faces who look like them can run… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share Image
Sen. Akaka's care, empathy and compassion were evident to everyone who knew him. — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
There is no future without all of us - black, brown and white - coming together. — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
At a pretty young age, I wanted to do something with my life that would help people. I've been that way for quite a… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
I bring quadruple diversity to the Senate: I'm a woman; I'll be the first Asian woman ever to be elected to the U.S. Senate;… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
My deep emotional connection to my mother, a remarkable woman who made a hard choice to save her children, and who valiantly struggled to… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
I've been very open about my health challenge because I think it's really important to let my constituents know that in spite of the… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
No one should have to worry about whether they can afford the health care that one day might save their life. — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
One of my favorite Japanese foods is called natto. It's fermented soybeans. I grew up in Japan eating natto. It's definitely an acquired taste.… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
That is the great thing about Hawaii. We're so culturally diverse and we inner-marry and appreciate each other's cultures. — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
Hawaii - the Aloha state - is built on the strength of its multicultural society, from our indigenous Native Hawaiian people to the many… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
Women feel we need to be much better prepared, that we need to have a lot of experience behind us before we run for… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
The passing of my friend and a great American hero, Dan Inouye, is a major loss for the country and Hawaii. But the people… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
Our military's presence in Hawaii not only plays a critical role in our national security but also in driving our state's economy and supporting… — Mazie Hirono Copy Share
