Elon Musk Truly is a Genius

Elon Musk was born to a Canadian mother, light-skinned South African father, and raised in Pretoria. He was precocious even as a young man -- briefly attending the University of Pretoria before moving to Canada at age 17. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Economics and Physics. Elon planned to attend Stanford University, but like … Continue reading Elon Musk Truly is a Genius →

500 Pounds of Cannabis Spilled on This Interstate on 4.20

Samantha Cole, Vice, wrote an informative article about cannabis on the national celebration of cannabis reform: 4.20. [1] Thanked her for her work, and copied a few political players in Hawai’i, as cannabis reform frightens so many in our state. Samatha wrote: “The highway patrol believes all of the marijuana was in the pickup truck, … Continue reading 500 Pounds of Cannabis Spilled on This Interstate on 4.20 →

Patrick Lyoya Killing Rocks Sense of Security for Black Immigrants. Check out Lindani Myeni

As a nation, we are fracturing into millions of pieces as we divide by race, gender, ethnic background, political orientation and other reasons. One of our nation's founders, James Madison, warned in Federalist #10 how factions would destroy the glue that binds our form of democratic government. This division leads to increasing fear, alienation, cynicism … Continue reading Patrick Lyoya Killing Rocks Sense of Security for Black Immigrants. Check out Lindani Myeni →

The Truth about Brittney Griner, Russia and Cannabis

I’m a former pro basketball player who played in Europe. Read an article by Analis Bailey in USA Today about Brittney Griner (BG). Analis Baily is a NOW reporter for USA Today Why aren’t Black female leaders like Analis telling the TRUTH about BG? She had cannabis oil in her possession while traveling in Russia. … Continue reading The Truth about Brittney Griner, Russia and Cannabis →

My Crazy Uncle Asked Me About Medical Cannabis

My uncle, nearly 80 years of age, refers to himself as "my crazy uncle. He asked me today some not-so-crazy questions about medical cannabis. America's baby boomers are dealing with more pain due to age, arthritis and other conditions. CBD and THC-infused medications are now the Gray Rage! Baby Boomers are graying and seeking medical … Continue reading My Crazy Uncle Asked Me About Medical Cannabis →

Americans Must End Their Sore Loser Attitude

One BFF of mine for many years, a delightful and charming and loving, compassionate human being, posted on social media today about her frustration with the outcome of yesterday's Super Bowl. She claims the game "WAS RIGGED!" It wasn't and as a nation we need to stop being sore losers. When Al Gore lost election … Continue reading Americans Must End Their Sore Loser Attitude →

Federal Reserve DANGEROUS to Increase Interest Rates

The Federal Reserve is getting ready to raise interest rates, the central bank said in its monetary policy update Wednesday. For now, the Fed plans to keep rates near zero. "With inflation well above 2% and a strong labor market, the Committee expects it will soon be appropriate to raise the target range for the … Continue reading Federal Reserve DANGEROUS to Increase Interest Rates →

Polynesian Cain vs Abel: Native Hawaiians Teach their Keiki to Hate

As described in the Book of Genesis, the oldest two sons of Adam and Eve are Cain and Abel. Cain, firstborn, was a farmer. Brother Abel was a shepherd. Both made sacrifices to God, but God favored Abel's sacrifice over that of Cain. Cain murdered Abel out of jealousy and God punished Cain condemning him … Continue reading Polynesian Cain vs Abel: Native Hawaiians Teach their Keiki to Hate →

Suicide or Stick Around? Holidays Are Rough

A lifelong friend posted today about suicide (attached below): “In my darkest moments, I thought about taking my life. I never actually tried. I just thought about it. I contemplated what would be the easiest way to go -- physically for me and emotionally for everyone around me." Can relate. I thought about it. All … Continue reading Suicide or Stick Around? Holidays Are Rough →

Hawai’i Policies Keep Talented Professionals Out; Do Not Keep You Safe

Steward Yerton, writing in Civil Beat today, featured a recommended policy change that would make it easier for dentists to move to Hawai’i. State Rep. Sean Quinlan, who chairs the House Committee on Economic Development, plans to introduce legislation to put Hawai'i on the same footing as 46 other states, the District of Columbia and Puerto … Continue reading Hawai’i Policies Keep Talented Professionals Out; Do Not Keep You Safe →