What party did Daniel Akaka belong to?

Daniel Akaka was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Hawaii in the U.S. Senate.

When did Daniel Akaka serve in the U.S. Senate?

Daniel Akaka served in the U.S. Senate from May 16, 1990 to January 3, 2013, representing Hawaii.

When did Daniel Akaka die?

Daniel Akaka died on April 6, 2018.

Historical Profile

Daniel Akaka is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Daniel Akaka

Former U.S. Senator for Hawaii

Voting & trading data current through July 23, 1996.

Biography

Daniel Akaka (died 2018) was an American politician who represented Hawaii in the United States Senate from May 1990 to January 2013, during the 101st–112th Congresses. Akaka served as a Democrat. Akaka died on April 6, 2018.

Key Information

Full Name: Daniel Kahikina Akaka
Died: April 6, 2018
Term Started: May 16, 1990
Term Ended: January 3, 2013

Service History

May 16, 1990 – Jan 3, 2013 101st–112th Congresses Democrat Hawaii

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Hawaii

Brian Schatz

Democrat
Mazie Hirono

Democrat

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Akaka's service:

Daniel Inouye (HI) 1990–2012