Daniel Inouye

Daniel Ken Inouye was an American attorney, soldier, and statesman from the state of Hawaii. A member of the Democratic Party, he represented Hawaii in the United States Senate from 1963 until his death. Prior to his Senate service, he served in the Hawaii Territorial Legislature and the United States House of Representatives. Inouye was a Medal of Honor recipient for his heroism during World War II, in which he lost his right arm while serving with the 442nd Infantry Regiment.