[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 41 (Friday, March 19, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Pages S1775-S1776]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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            50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PACIFIC UNIVERSITY LUAU

 Mr. INOUYE. Mr. President, my colleague, Senator Daniel K. 
Akaka, and I commend the Hawaiian students' club of Pacific University, 
Na Haumana O Hawaii, for their steadfast commitment to the preservation 
of the rich cultural heritage of Hawaii. For 50 proud years, its strong 
membership has championed educational opportunities to ensure the 
survival of a distinct history, beautiful language, and long-standing 
traditions. The story of our State is one of a strong native people who 
have persevered against forces that nearly extinguished their 
existence, of struggling immigrants whose hope sustained them while 
they toiled to achieve the American dream, and of a remote chain of 
islands who overcame obstacles to attain statehood in the 20th century. 
Hawaii began with a proud people and continues to serve as a home for 
proud people. Through the efforts of Na Haumana O Hawaii, those ancient 
stories and values upon which our island home is founded will endure 
for future generations to come.
  The Annual Luau hosted and facilitated through the leadership of 
Pacific University shares and exemplifies the ``aloha spirit.'' This 
event allows others to experience the unique qualities of Hawaiian 
culture in an atmosphere that encourages fellowship. We would like to 
express our appreciation to faculty, staff and students of Pacific 
University, Na Haumana O Hawaii, and the

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local community for their great efforts in making this event so 
memorable and for spreading the aloha spirit.
  Mr. President, we ask our colleagues to join us in recognition of 
this momentous occasion.

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