Oral Histories

Oral Histories2023-09-15T15:58:09-10:00

DKII has embarked on an Oral History project with stories from more than 75 friends, family, colleagues, and former staff members in Hawaii, Washington, DC, throughout our nation and the world.   These wonderful conversations help to tell the story of Dan Inouye, adding much color, emotion and context to his papers which are at the University of Hawaii’s Hamilton Library.

Interviews

Below is a list of the interviewees, together  with one or more snippets from their interviews.  For access to full interviews and transcripts, please send an email inquiry to info@danielkinouyeinstitute.org .

Councilman Riki Hokama

Maui Councilman Riki Hokama talks about Senator Daniel Inouye’s assistance to Lana’i.

Senator Ernest “Fritz” Hollings

Senator Fritz Hollings talks about Senator Daniel Inouye’s first meeting with Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn.

Senator Ernest “Fritz” Hollings

Senator Fritz Hollings talks about fundraising then and now.

Mr. Charlie Houy

Charlie Houy talks about Senator Daniel Inouye’s respect for those who serve in the military.

Mr. Charlie Houy

Charlie Houy talks about Senator Daniel Inouye’s bipartisan approach.

Ms. Irene Hirano Inouye

Irene Hirano Inouye talks about Senator Inouye’s enthusiasm for becoming president pro tem of the Senate.

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