Hawaii Leaders Unite Behind Revised Akaka Bill

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Gov. Linda Lingle stood her ground on the Akaka Bill — and in the end it means she had her way.

Lingle and Sens. Daniel K. Inouye and Daniel Akaka are now back singing from the same page when it comes to the Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act. Lingle and Akaka both issued news releases Wednesday announcing agreement on amendments to the bill.

The newfound unity means the Akaka bill may now have its best chance of passage. Lingle, who had recently been a vocal opponent, says she'll contact senators of all parties to ask them to vote "aye."

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