Monthly Archives: November 2024

Kaua‘i Mayor Derek Kawakami told Hawai’i Public Radio’s Catherine Cruz last week, ”I think ultimately I’d like to make a run for either one of the seats on the fifth floor at the state Capitol…” (either lieutenant governor or governor). … Continue reading →

Yes, there were some heartbreaking losses on November 5th, but there were also 4 new solid Hawai’i change-makers who won at the State and County level. Individually each is a powerhouse of potential. Working together in alignment with incumbent allies … Continue reading →

The general mood among many in our islands was reflected in this email I received recently. “Oh man. Just saw latest – They control house and senate. We’re going to be in hell. How will we recover? They will make … Continue reading →

Senator Brian Schatz (who was a co-sponsor) and Senator Mazie Hirono both stood tall with Senator Bernie Sanders and 15 other U.S. Senators, voting YES in support of a Joint Resolution of Disapproval to block the sale of over $20 … Continue reading →

Congratulations to former Councilmember Arryl Kaneshiro and our brand new Councilmember Fern Anuenue Holland, both of whom recently won election to the Kaua`i County Council. They will be joining the reelected incumbent Councilmembers Mel Rapozo (Chair), Kipukai Kualii (Vice Chair), … Continue reading →

A few days ago, I was speaking with a friend who suggested the State legislature or County Council involvement in passing “Resolutions” dealing with international affairs such as a ceasefire in Gaza, was a waste of time. Why encourage people … Continue reading →

Regardless of who sits in the oval office, we must continue to beat the drums on behalf of people and the planet. Rest. Take a breath if you must. Now let’s get back to work. Innocent men, women and children … Continue reading →

Losing sucks, but please don’t blame the voters. You lost, and you should take responsibility for that loss – no one else. Having been a candidate myself in 11 different campaigns – I know first-hand how much it sucks to … Continue reading →

* NOTE this post has been edited to clarify the impact of this new law’s impact on agricultural land – the law’s primary legislative advocate has informed me repeatedly that agricultural zoned lands will not be impacted at all. ***Important … Continue reading →

No matter what happens in Washington D.C. in the coming days, here in Hawai’i we need to take a deep breath and turn our focus immediately toward local issues. We may not be able to personally and directly impact national … Continue reading →