Three major forces are at the center of any discussion about Hawaii’s ability to work through its problems: Communities – our people and the ties that bind them – Leadership in the political, business and civic sectors, and Native Hawaiians, who are becoming a dynamic political voice.
We must lead by implementing policies in a right and pono way.
The Hawaii Legislature has simply grown too distant to be effective.
If the goal is for Hawaii to form its own nation, many legal and political barriers block the way.
The island’s population growth is largely a result of the island becoming home to more retirees.
In the wake of the Mauna Kea protests, Native Hawaiians might look to the Maori in New Zealand.
Poorly planned green energy projects can tear Hawaii communities apart.