More Cannabis Aloha in Republican Idaho than Democrat Hawai’i

Betsy Russell, writing in Idaho State Journal, detailed action of an Idaho House committee that voted yesterday to introduce a "very restrictive bill" to legalize medical cannabis (marijuana) in the state. This moves the measure forward to full hearing on the bipartisan proposal from Reps. Mike Kingsley, R-Lewiston, and Ilana Rubel, D-Boise, which they title the … Continue reading More Cannabis Aloha in Republican Idaho than Democrat Hawai’i →

Hawai’i Governor David Ige Touts Tech Economy While Jobless Struggle

ClearHealthLife is honored to repost the insights of one of Hawaii's most effective and respected social activists. Working from the grassroots level upward, Dave has built a network of motivated, talented and committed residents who are focused on social justice, evolving the local economy away from over-dependence on the destructive visitor industry, and battling the … Continue reading Hawai’i Governor David Ige Touts Tech Economy While Jobless Struggle →

Privileged Officials Again Cheat Native Hawaiians

By now, most of you are aware the tragic history of Hawai'i. The Aloha state was born in theft. In 1893, business leaders led by the newly-formed utility company, Hawaiian Electric, kicked Queen Lili'uokalani off the throne of the legally-established Hawai'i Kingdom. Current Hawaiian Electric CEO & President Constance Hee Lau continues discrimination against indigenous … Continue reading Privileged Officials Again Cheat Native Hawaiians →

What Should USA Minimum Wage Be? Welcome to my Economic TED Talk

Current national minimum wage is $7.25/hr. Been level at this rate since effective July 24, 2009. In Election 2016, Bernie Sanders called for a $15/hr minimum. To catch up with the popular and beloved senator, Hillary proposed a $12/hr minimum. President Trump and Congress didn't take action. Over the past year, the most rich have … Continue reading What Should USA Minimum Wage Be? Welcome to my Economic TED Talk →

Hawaii Needs Aloha Like Senator Charles Schumer

Collectively we're in the most stressful, challenging and frankly frightful time of our lives. Must be similar to what our grandparents, The Greatest Generation, experienced during the depression and war. Labeled this crisis the Third World War in early 2020. As in times of war, millions of Americans now battle effects of Pandemic PTSD. We … Continue reading Hawaii Needs Aloha Like Senator Charles Schumer →

Conversation with ALTRES Lynn Hiyane: Please Don’t Be Cruel About Cannabis

Cannabis (marijuana) stocks are roaring and legalization proposals sweep the nation. With Democrats in control of Congress, investors are high on cannabis companies. Bill Miller, money manager who bet big early on Amazon.com Inc., leads a new breed of investors jumping in. He predicts cannabis bans will go the way of alcohol prohibition a century … Continue reading Conversation with ALTRES Lynn Hiyane: Please Don’t Be Cruel About Cannabis →

Letter to President Joseph R. Biden

January 20, 2021 Congratulations Honorable President Joe Biden, I am very thankful for Donald J. Trump. Our nation was broken in so many ways prior to his arrival. With his rise to power, all our cracks and flaws became apparent to us and the world. We were forced to look in the mirror and face … Continue reading Letter to President Joseph R. Biden →

Hawai’i Civil Rights Commission Traitors to America

OPEN LETTER William D. Hoshijo, Executive Director State of Hawaii Hawaii Civil Rights Commission 830 Punchbowl St., Room 411 Honolulu, HI 96813 Cc: David Ige, Governor State of Hawai'i Josh Green, MD, Lt. Governor Rosalyn “Roz” Baker, State Senator Mike Gabbard, State Senator RE: Petitioner v. Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. HCRC No. 20793; EEOC No. … Continue reading Hawai’i Civil Rights Commission Traitors to America →

Deplorables Seek Respect. Tulsi Gabbard Calls for Aloha

In the final days of Election 2016, Hillary Clinton became frustrated and nasty toward Trump and Bernie supporters. She labeled the former "deplorables" and BernieBros "basement dwellers." Hillary's team was heavily-dominated by women. Trump had waged a vicious campaign of negative attacks and Hillary now directed her animosity toward men. Americans have since polarized to … Continue reading Deplorables Seek Respect. Tulsi Gabbard Calls for Aloha →

Cannabis Not Casino Is The Solution for Hawaii

Writing in Civil Beat, Hawai'i state senator Jarrett Keohokalole and state representative Daniel Holt (below) pointed out when Hawai'i joined the union as a state in 1959, officials promised to take responsibility for implementing the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act of 1920. The Act was established for the benefit and purpose of returning Hawaiians to their … Continue reading Cannabis Not Casino Is The Solution for Hawaii →