Monthly Archives: February 2026

No one is going to ride in on a white horse to lead us toward a sane, just, kinder tomorrow. It’s up to US — each of us and all of us. WE are the answer. When we show up, … Continue reading →

As if we don’t have enough stuff to worry about – the U.S. military and some of our political leaders are now telling us that jobs designing, manufacturing, and selling killing machines are good for our kids. Imagine that – … Continue reading →

“Military wants Hawaii to be a hub for Pacific arms manufacturing”By Kevin Knodell – Feb. 16, 2026 I encourage all to subscribe and read regularly the Honolulu StarAdvertiser – Today, I’m cutting and pasting this especially important story – but … Continue reading →

There is not the time nor the space available at this moment to cover everything…and below are just some notes on a few of the bills and other topics we discussed. Please watch/listen to the entire 90 minute vide/podcast on … Continue reading →

Are you ready for a frank conversation about policy and politics in Hawai’i? Please join myself and Aria Juliet Castillo streaming live on FaceBook and/or YouTube – Today, Monday Feb 16 at 5pm Yes, we will be discussing the $35,000 … Continue reading →

Friends and fellow citizens, there is a sad and ugly stain upon all of us who believe in our democratic form of government, and who work hard every day to encourage others to believe and participate. Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke … Continue reading →

From a purely political perspective, Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke is in a pretty tough spot. The candidate filing deadline is June 2, and the all-important Primary Election is on August 8 — less than six months away. But there’s almost … Continue reading →

Councilmembers sometimes say, “That’s a federal or state issue,” or “That’s the Mayor’s responsibility,” followed by “There’s nothing I can do.” But that’s FAR from being true. There’s ALWAYS something a Councilmember can do, on ANY issue. Whether they WANT … Continue reading →

Last week, I shared The Most Important First Step – KNOW WHO REPRESENTS YOU AND COMMUNICATE REGULARLY WITH THEM. Today, I’m reaching out again to those of you who really and truly want to learn more about the world of … Continue reading →

Gotta ask…Don’t mean to insult you but soooo many people don’t know this AND it’s a critical starting point for those serious about making a difference in the policy and politics arena. Do you know the names of your State … Continue reading →