Monthly Archives: January 2018

A birthday ask that does not cost any money.

Aloha Friends, I just completed my 64th trip around the sun and a big mahalo to all who sent birthday greetings! I am making one more birthday ask today and it is not for money.   Please contact your State Senator … Continue reading

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4 things Hawaii must do in response to recent ballistic missile scare

Providing leadership and support for a strong and conscientious movement toward global peace and the dismantling of all nuclear weaponry, must be Hawaii’s response to the events of this past Saturday morning. To be clear, I believe in having a … Continue reading

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A Practical Guide To Problem Solving At The County Level

Problem solving and decision making by elected bodies can be complex, convoluted, and to some, a veritable conundrum. Needless to say, in a political environment, the dynamics and pressures inhibiting the introduction of new out-of-the-box solutions are significant. The most … Continue reading

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Debbie Downer and Her Impact on Policy Making

Recently, I received an email from a friend sharing their angst as to our County Government having “No leadership, no great vision for the future, little competency, and a stubborn unwillingness to change.” While my friend acknowledged that there were … Continue reading

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