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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 presently serve as volunteer President of the Hawaii Alliance for Progressive Action (H.A.P.A.) www.hapahi.org I am the former 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)

I can’t write about the war today.

Posted on March 2, 2026 by garyhooser

I can’t write about the war today. Just can’t. The immoral depravity of it all is just too much for me. But I am compelled to restate briefly two items that we must take action to stop – immediately. And … Continue reading →

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Action Alert – Please read and take action…NOW ;-)

Posted on February 26, 2026 by garyhooser

So, my friends – let’s do this. Seems we are on the cusp of making some good things happen – but we must turn it up and pile on. So here it is: Good government and CLEAN ELECTIONS – there … Continue reading →

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SB3240 – seeks to “integrate the exposure” and “align” Hawaii’s kindergarten kids and high schoolers with “evolving defense-related needs”.

Posted on February 24, 2026 by garyhooser

SB3240 scheduled for tomorrow morning – seeks to “integrate the exposure” and “align” Hawaii’s kindergarten kids and high schoolers with “evolving defense-related needs”. AND give a “blank amount” appropriation of state taxpayer dollars – to the military and community relations … Continue reading →

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No superhero is going to get us out of the mess we’re in

Posted on February 21, 2026 by garyhooser

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 →

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Can’t make this stuff up. And it’s sickening.

Posted on February 18, 2026 by garyhooser

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 →

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Must Read – “Military wants Hawaii to be a hub for Pacific arms manufacturing”

Posted on February 18, 2026 by garyhooser

Military wants Hawaii to be a hub for Pacific arms manufacturing Feb. 16, 2026 By Kevin Knodell Honolulu StarAdvertiser As the U.S. military eyes China, it has big plans for arms manufacturing in the Pacific — and Hawaii sits at … Continue reading →

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Following up on yesterdays great (IMHO) video/podcast

Posted on February 17, 2026 by garyhooser

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 →

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Today, Monday Feb 16 at 5pm – Hooser & Castillo – video/podcast Policy + Politics

Posted on February 16, 2026 by garyhooser

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 →

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On Leadership: Hawai‘i can, and MUST, do better.

Posted on February 14, 2026 by garyhooser

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 →

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The saga of $35,000 in a paper bag: What’s going to happen now in the LG’s race?

Posted on February 13, 2026 by garyhooser

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 →

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