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One of my top goals for 2022 is to write more. Perhaps I will start that book. There is no shortage of topics, both real and imagined 😉 My intention for the moment is that the Hooser Blog will be … Continue reading →

The Hawaiʻi Congressional delegation must do what’s necessary to ensure that the U.S. military comply with the order of Governor David Ige to shut down Red Hill. Furthermore, until the U.S. Military demonstrates they can be trusted to operate in … Continue reading →

I’m supporting Sergio Alcubilla in his campaign to unseat Congressman Ed Case in the CD1 because Sergio shares my core values, and Ed does not. Sergio is not beholden to big business, the military, nor to any private special interest … Continue reading →

As 2021 draws to a close, I think not so much about the coming holidays but more about the work being done in Congress, by our County Council, and in the coming legislative session that opens on Jan. 19, followed … Continue reading →

Well, the Build Back Better plan has passed. Yes, it’s a historical piece of legislation, but it could have been so much more so. Because of a handful of conservative Democrats and 100% of the Republicans in Congress, 62 million … Continue reading →

Having a government that works for the people and operates in a manner that is transparent and accountable – is a worthy goal that cuts across ideological lines. Thus we must celebrate the Hawaii Supreme Courts’ recent decision on the … Continue reading →

Recently I wrote a column in which I suggest that President Biden should “Give them (those who are blocking the Build Back Better legislation) a freeway, an airport, a rail system, or maybe a football stadium. Name an aircraft carrier, … Continue reading →

Louis L’Amour’s novel Sitka should be required reading by all who serve in elective office. “He knew how to line up the votes, knew what the states and territories needed, and he knew that statecraft consists of a reconciling of … Continue reading →

As a lifelong readaholic, I recently decided to find out why the novels of Louis L’Amour are so popular. Being a fan of historical fiction, I borrowed his book Sitka from the library. On page 320 I found this passage, … Continue reading →

On October 11th, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order banning any entity in Texas, including private businesses, from requiring COVID-19 vaccinations for employees or customers. President Biden however has requested that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) … Continue reading →