Watch for Congressman Takai when you tune in to President Obamas State of Union address today: The congressman has been tapped to accompany the president into the chambers as a member of the Escort Committee — a privilege typically given to more senior members of Congress. Civil Beat notes House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi was responsible for securing the position for Takai, and her announcement during her speech at his Honolulu swearing-in ceremony last week was a thrilling surprise for the congressman. civilbeat/2015/01/takai-to-serve-on-obamas-escort-committee-for-state-of-the-union/ -#TeamTakai
Posted on: Tue, 20 Jan 2015 23:25:33 +0000