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November 2010
What are the 'Returned Lands' of Hawaii?
In an article titled “What are the ‘Ceded Lands’ of Hawaii?” written for Honolulu Civil Beat on 11/08/2010, Professor Van Dyke makes some critical errors in his assessment of both the history and the law. While acknowledging the Supreme Court’s rejection of the “Apology Resolution,” he still relies on it for his “legal” justification. While quoting from the Admissions Act of 1959, he omits a key clause that differentiates between “should” and “can.” But most problematically, Van Dyke intimates that “Native Hawaiians” were somehow legally separate during the Kingdom period in Hawaii, and that the public lands that were returned to the State of Hawaii have some sort of racial lien on them. (more)
Native Issues
November 2010
E Pluribus---- What?
E pluribus unum. Present on the Great Seal of the United States since 1782, its meaning is both simple and profound - “Out of many, one.” Originally it may have been but a literal acknowledgment of the Union of the thirteen colonies, but as the years have gone by it has become a philosophical premise which we apply as a standard of morality. It is today a clarion call for the respect of diversity, an acknowledgment that while we may have our differences, we are one people, under one law. Each citizen of the United States takes for granted that regardless of their racial background, cultural background, or family history, they are endowed by their Creator, the same unalienable rights as all their other fellow citizens. (more)
Native Issues
October 2010
Akaka bill: Three questions
It is noticed that virtually every political talker who says they support the Akaka bill likes to say, in response to the “why” question, something like: “I am in favor of the Akaka bill because it will be good for all of the people of Hawaii” Duke Aiona says that. So does OHA. It seems reasonable to assume Governor Lingle thinks that. Otherwise she would not be in favor of the bill. Or, would she, could she, be in favor of a law that she knew was going to hurt some people in Hawaii just to look like she was helping others? (more)
Native Issues
October 2010
Office of Hawaiian Affairs: Writ or Wrong
So, what ever happened to the much-ballyhooed OHA petition to force money out of the Hawaii legislature? I remember when they filed it with the Hawaii Supreme Court. How could I forget? I got two separate press releases, a print newsletter article, an e-newsletter brief, and multiple links to the story as picked up (and especially endorsed) by other media outlets. (more)
Native Issues
October 2010
A Washington DC Take on the Akaka Bill (Updated)
Do not miss William Allen's Remarks!
Curious about what people outside of Hawaii think of the Akaka Bill? Take some time out of your day to see what people in Washington DC, our nation's capitol think of the Akaka Bill. Featuring speakers like William Allen (Former Chairman of the US Commission on Civil Rights), Andy Blom (Executive Director of the American Principles Project) and Frank Scaturro (Former Council for the Constitution for the Senate Judiciary Committee), this video is filled with important information that you need to know. Also, as an added bonus, hear what shocking things Neil Abercrombie has to say about the Akaka Bill. (more)
Native Issues
September 2010
Watch Ken Conklin's Akaka Bill Lecture
A series of three 60-minute lecture/discussions were scheduled for the Church of the Crossroads in Honolulu on three successive Sundays in September 2010. The presentations were publicly announced ahead of time. I, Ken Conklin, was the speaker for September 12. My topic was: "Unity and Equality vs. Racial Separatism -- Why the Akaka bill is historically, legally, and morally wrong; with bad consequences for all Hawaii's people including those with native ancestry" (more)
Native Issues
April 2010
Honolulu City Council Akaka Bill Hearing Video
On Wednesday, April 21, the Honolulu City Council considered a resolution to support the Akaka Bill. There were 29 minutes of testimony and questions that were recorded by 'Olelo TV, and further divided up into three part by Jere Krischel. Below you will find the videos. Please enjoy!
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The Mystery of Hawaiian History
Correcting historical revisionism and misconceptions promoted by the Akaka Bill.
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