Author Archives: garyhooser

1) My vote will not matter as my demographic represent the “fringe” and make up less than 20% of all voters. Most elections are won or lost by less than 10% so why should I get involved? #getrealthengetalife 2) Exercising … Continue reading →

No time for chit chat – For those interested in personal stuff such as pictures of my family or my dog Maximus Aurelius “Max”, please scroll down to the bottom.  If you want to know about me, you can visit … Continue reading →

My wish for the holidays is that public policy advocates, individuals and organizations from across the state join together in requesting that the Hawaii state legislature, upon the opening of the 2020 legislative session – reconvene the conference committee for … Continue reading →

The top of mind issue for those who follow policy and politics nationally is the pending impeachment of the President of the United States. Locally, the issue most are talking about is the indictment and forthcoming trial of Councilmember Arthur … Continue reading →

Please listen to these two 55 second audio messages on increasing Hawaii’s minimum wage, and then take action! Pass HB1191 today and put Hawaii workers on a path to a living wage Nearly 50% of Hawaii residents live either in, … Continue reading →

Politicians and lawmakers often lay the blame for their perceived impotence on the nature of dealing with “complex issues and intractable challenges”. This is kind of true, but not really. Many if not most of our state’s most serious challenges, … Continue reading →

Recently, the Kona Coffee Farmers Association (KCFA) approached me about helping them with legislative advocacy. The core issue is one of preserving “brand integrity” which is hugely important to all agricultural products grown in Hawaii – so naturally, I said … Continue reading →

Believe it or not, a non-political Thanksgiving message is indeed possible and especially needed today, and in these times. While it sometimes feels as if we are surrounded by pain, tragedy, and sorrow, it is essential that we take a … Continue reading →

During the 2019 Legislative Session, residents from across Hawaii engaged the legislative process, debating the question of whether or not to increase Hawaii’s minimum wage. Many, already struggling to make ends meet took off from work, arranged childcare and traveled … Continue reading →

According to numerous reports Hawaii imports about 90% of its food and exports approximately $3 billion a year paying for it.  All will agree I hope, that reversing this statistic so that 90% of our food is grown in Hawaii, … Continue reading →