Author Archives: garyhooser

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)

2015 rocked – A short candid review of the good stuff going on in my life during the past year ;)

Posted on January 2, 2016 by garyhooser

Let’s start with a few highlights from 2015: My kids both got married. The weddings were fabulous and Claudette and I positively love the partners both have chosen. Kelli-Rose and Justin went first on Oahu in August and then Dylan … Continue reading →

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They Truly Are Poisoning Paradise

Posted on December 30, 2015 by garyhooser

Our community cannot rely on “good neighbors” to protect our health and environment. Government intervention is needed now. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced recently its intent to ban chlorpyrifos, a Restricted Use Pesticide, stating that it “ … could … Continue reading →

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Wondering what to get me for Christmas? ;)

Posted on December 15, 2015 by garyhooser

It is that time of year and if you are spending your nights tossing and turning wondering what to get me for Christmas, here is a hint 😉 Join HAPA and offer whatever donation you are able to – anything … Continue reading →

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The Hooser Blog: Thankful For The Heroes

Posted on November 26, 2015 by garyhooser

Yes, I am the luckiest man on the planet. To live on Kauai surrounded by the natural beauty, to have a loving and growing family, to have my health, to be able to do the work that I do and … Continue reading →

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The Hooser Blog: Personal reflections, council updates, re-election campaign – and matters concerning angst, fear and the nature of our humanity

Posted on November 19, 2015 by garyhooser

In a group discussion recently, questions and concerns were raised about the pitfalls of “trying to do too much”. Honestly, I had a difficult time grasping the concept. I see life as being far too short and the challenges of … Continue reading →

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Important Property Tax proposal on November 4 Kauai Council Agenda

Posted on October 31, 2015 by garyhooser

Important Property Tax proposal on November 4 Kauai Council Agenda I have introduced the following measure and need your help today in spreading the word to home owners and renters through-out Kauai County. Proposed Draft Bill (No. 2606) – A BILL FOR … Continue reading →

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An almost complete history of Bill No. 2491, its path through the Kauai County Council legislative process – Regulating Pesticide Use and GMO Disclosure. Includes a collection of video and media source documents.

Posted on October 24, 2015 by garyhooser

An almost complete history of Bill No. 2491, its path through the Kauai County Council legislative process – Regulating Pesticide Use and GMO Disclosure. Includes a collection of video and media source documents. Prepared by Councilmember Gary L. Hooser 06/26/2013 C … Continue reading →

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#youcan’tmakethisstuffup – The Kauai County Council passes new rules prohibiting Councilmembers from asking testifiers questions of substance.

Posted on October 23, 2015 by garyhooser

Yes, that’s right, in a 4 to 2 vote (CM Chock was absent), a majority of the Kauai County Council changed its own internal rules to prevent any Councilmember from asking questions of the public when they testify. If Chair … Continue reading →

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Trick or Treat? The Good Neighbor Program – A Masquerade Of Disclosure

Posted on October 9, 2015 by garyhooser

Read through to the end please. You will see that disclosure is not really disclosure and the label is not really the law because these companies disclose only a fraction of what they use and change the label without telling … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged agriculture, GMO, Good Neighbor Program, Hawaii, pesticides, Syngenta | 4 Comments

The next step in a long march. Your help is needed today

Posted on September 29, 2015 by garyhooser

Aloha This past two years, Hawaii has experienced the birth of an intensely passionate grass roots movement for change. This movement has brought together people from all islands representing many different groups and issues but each sharing at its core … Continue reading →