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About garyhooser

This blog represents my thoughts as an individual person and does not represent the official position of any organization I may be affiliated with. I am a co-founder and former Board President of the Hawaii Alliance for Progressive Action (H.A.P.A.) www.hapahi.org In addition, I have also served as Vice-Chair of the Democratic Party of Hawaii. In another past life, I was an elected member of the Kauai County Council, a Hawaii State Senator, and Majority Leader, and the Director of Environmental Quality Control for the State of Hawaii - in an even earlier incarnation I was an entrepreneur and small business owner. Yes, I am one of the luckiest guys on the planet. Please visit my website AND sign up for my newsletter (unlike any email newsletter you have ever gotten, of that I am sure) - http://www.garyhooser.com/#four “Come to the edge.” “We can’t. We’re afraid.” “Come to the edge.” “We can’t. We will fall!” “Come to the edge.” And they came. And he pushed them. And they flew. - Christopher Logue (b.1926)

Can you call Governor Green now? You’ll either speak to a receptionist or get voice mail…so it’s an easy call

Posted on August 17, 2025 by garyhooser

Please take a moment to read this article by Kevin Knodell in the Honolulu StarAd today entitled “Army chief vows to respect Hawaiʻi culture and environment, but 60-day timeline is questioned.” It made me want to throw up. To better … Continue reading →

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Breaking in Honolulu Star-Advertiser -Army chief vows to respect Hawaii culture and environment, but 60-day timeline is questioned

Posted on August 17, 2025 by garyhooser

Note to readers: Below is a cut and paste from today’s Honolulu Star Advertiser – well written piece by Kevin Knodell. Later today I will be posting my own “follow-up” thoughts to this and a related call to action. Army … Continue reading →

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The 2026 Hawaii Ballot will contain the following races

Posted on August 15, 2025 by garyhooser

Here’s a list of all races that will be on the Hawaii ballot in 2026 AND all incumbents currently in these positions. Please let me know if you notice any errors or typos…am doing the best I can but it’s … Continue reading →

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Following the money – From top to bottom – Every Single State and County Incumbent

Posted on August 12, 2025 by garyhooser

For those who are serious about their policy and politics, the most recent Campaign Spending Reports through June 30, 2025 as posted on August 10, 2025 can be found at: https://csc.hawaii.gov/CFSPublic/menu/ I encourage folks to review the data within the … Continue reading →

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Here are the YouTube and FaceBook links to today’s video podcast with co-hosts yours truly Gary Hooser AND the totally awesome and incredibly politically akamai Aria Juliet!

Posted on August 11, 2025 by garyhooser

Today, Monday August 11th at 5pm – check out our Policy – Politics video podcast on YouTube and/or on FaceBook – We’ll be discussing the upcoming 2026 elections, hot-button “action” items, AND offering insider tips via “Lessons from the Ledge” … Continue reading →

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Title: Wishing sleepless nights upon our government leaders

Posted on August 9, 2025 by garyhooser

We need elected leaders who can’t sleep at night. Those who lead our government should be individuals who cannot “un-see” the injustice that permeates our so-called modern civilization. We need servant leaders who toss and turn throughout the night as … Continue reading →

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Title: Corporatists, Centrists, and DINO’s

Posted on August 4, 2025 by garyhooser

It’s way past time for our elected Democrats to step up, support, and FIGHT for the values and principles outlined within the Hawai’i Democratic Party Platform. We need those who wear the “D” during their election campaigns to prove they … Continue reading →

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Title: Kōloa Days Parade – A Louis Armstrong moment

Posted on July 28, 2025 by garyhooser

Walking in the Kōloa Days Parade this past Saturday was a fun reminder of how: “Lucky we live Kaua‘i”. The weather was perfect, a hot summer day with blue skies and a cool breeze when you were fortunate to be … Continue reading →

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I’m going to park here on this page 5 years of my previous writing (2005-2010) – (before WordPress and this blog)

Posted on July 27, 2025 by garyhooser

I’m parking 5 years of my previous writing here on this page today. This is a LiveJournal Blog I started in 2005 and then switched to WordPress in 2010…sooooo that means about 20 years of writing policy, politics, and personal … Continue reading →

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3 ways to get a dose of da hoos – check me out “unleashed” on our most recent video podcast!…

Posted on July 22, 2025 by garyhooser

Mahalo for taking the time to check in and read this blog once in a while. I do my best to keep my posts informative, useful, entertaining if possible – and not too long. If you want more… Please consider … Continue reading →

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