Hawaiians historically were color blind and have always freely inter-married the thousands of immigrants from Asia and Europe who arrived here. Read More
Hawai’i’s Diversity is our Strength
The Battle of Kuamo‘o Continues
I have a notion that the Battle of Kuamo‘o still rages. But the battlefield is not a physical place. It’s a place where old and new Hawaiian cultural and political ideologies clash. Read More
Defining the Hawaiian Community
There are many institutions and organizations that make up the Hawaiian community. But its heart may be harder to define. Read More
I am an American — I am a Hawaiian
I am an American of Hawaiian ancestry. I am proud to be an American. I am equally proud to be of Hawaiian ancestry. Whew! There, I’ve said it. Read More
“God is in the Flowers” – Marriage Equality & the Queen
In the wake of the political storm that raged over approval of same-gender marriage, hopefully this will give you pause for thought and perhaps turn a light on in your heart. Read More
Why Historic Preservation?
Historic preservation and new development can work together to create a win-win-win for Hawaiians, developers, visitors, and residents. Read More
Big Picture Reflections on Hawaiians and “The Rest Of Hawaiʻi”
Many of the real leaders and opinion shapers of the Hawaiian community do not carry titles. In fact, Hawaiians that carry official titles are often under suspicion. Read More
Globalism – Curse or Blessing?
The good news—and the bad news— is we have so shrunk the world that places that used to be difficult to access are now totally accessible. Read More
A Matter of Honor – the Waikīkī War Memorial Natatorium
The Waikīkī Natatorium is hallowed ground as a war memorial. Read More
