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Daniel Ken Inouye (/ iː ˈ n oʊ ˌ eɪ / ee-NOH-ay; September 7, 1924 – December 17, 2012) was an American attorney, soldier, and politician who served as a United States senator from Hawaii from 1963 until his death in 2012.
May 6, 2024 · Daniel Inouye was an American Democratic politician who was the first U.S. representative of Hawaii (1959–63) and who later served as a U.S. senator (1963–2012). He was the first Japanese American to serve in both bodies of Congress.
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Daniel K. Inouye was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, on September 7, 1924, received his undergraduate degree from the University of Hawaii, and his law degree from George Washington University. During World War II, Inouye served in the U.S. Army’s 442nd Regimental Combat Team.
Learn about the life and achievements of Daniel Inouye, a decorated World War II veteran and a long-serving U.S. senator from Hawaii. He was the highest-ranking Asian American politician in U.S history and a champion of national parks preservation.
Learn about the life and legacy of Daniel K. Inouye, the second longest serving U.S. Senator and a Medal of Honor recipient. He was a champion of Hawaii, a bipartisan leader, and a supporter of peace and justice in the Asia Pacific region.