Nine-term Senator was a Longtime Advocate for Indian Country
WASHINGTON (December 18, 2012) – Today, upon hearing news of the passing of nine-term Hawaii Sen. Daniel Inouye, the Native American Financial Services Association (NAFSA) issued the following statement honoring his life:
“With a heavy heart, we thank Sen. Inouye for his contributions to Indian Country and deeply mourn his passing,” said Barry Brandon, Executive Director of NAFSA. “He was a vigilant advocate for the rights most important to our tribal communities and a giant in Indian country in many regards. Generations to come will look to Sen. Inouye as one of the great leaders of the Senate and one of the best friends that Indian country has ever seen.”
Read the full press release here: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/native-american-financial-services-association-nafsa-honors-the-life-of-sen-daniel-inouye-183976591.html
