Author Archives: garyhooser

I know we occasionally differ on things ;-), but I’m sure we are mutually disgusted by the conduct of many in elected office. The culture of power and fear that permeate the state capitol is common knowledge among virtually everyone … Continue reading →

Many of us hoped we’d see some changes at the legislature after a couple of our lawmakers were caught with envelopes full of cash. But there will be no meaningful changes this year, at least not before election time. The … Continue reading →

The 2022 Kauaʻi election line-up is slowly starting to take shape. As of 04/15, 10 residents have formally expressed interest in running for the 7-member County Council. In 2020 there were 21 candidates on the primary ballot, with the top … Continue reading →

Multiple media outlets reported last week that in a bid to cool off a hot housing market, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government announced it will ban foreign investors from buying homes in Canada for two years. The Canadian government took … Continue reading →

Please take the time to show up. That’s who wins you know. The people that show up. On Kaua‘i at 6pm, there is a “must-attend” virtual panel and community discussion on what’s happened, what’s happening, and what still needs to … Continue reading →

Jeff asked me to tell my story about Bill 2491 and our fight against the 4 largest chemical companies in the world. He wanted to know how it started and of course how it ended. Jeff Gere, a Hawaiʻi storyteller … Continue reading →

Today’s missive is about the reality of a primary election in which voters start casting ballots in less than 100 days. That’s right, on or about the first week in July overseas absentee voters will get their ballots, and then … Continue reading →

It really shouldn’t be this hard. My intent today was to write something positive and uplifting. But I’m struggling to do so. Yes, I am blessed, many would say entitled. My health is good, and I have a beautiful and … Continue reading →

Gambling with the needs of working families over who gets credit and how many crumbs to brush off the table is a sad and despicable testament to how far our House has fallen. Speaker of the House Scott Saiki and … Continue reading →

SB555 is scheduled for Thursday March 31 at 2pm. Testimony in support with the amendment listed below is suggested. Testimony must arrive 24 hours before the hearing…though late testimony is accepted. SB555 SD1 Relating to Campaign Fundraising Testifying in Strong … Continue reading →