Author Archives: garyhooser

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 →

Last night I received a text from a friend asking “Is your dad ok?”. Of course he’s ok. We are all ok. Are we disappointed. Saddened. Even horrified. Short answer is yes. Of course we are. Does that change who … Continue reading →