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Letter for Saturday, May 13, 2023

Homeless problem ‘Anini is one of the most beautiful spots we have on island. The barrier reef makes it amazing for families and children to…

HOOSER: Pushing back against state House big dogs

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs called the 2023 legislative session “one of the most dysfunctional legislative sessions in recent history.” I agree 100 percent. Yes,…

HOOSER: Legislature fails on major reform efforts

Two legislators were busted last year for taking bribes in return for helping a prolific campaign donor with legislation benefiting his company. Immediately, with much…

Letter for Sunday, April 30, 2023

Pie in the sky As a part-time resident of this paradise, every return reminds me of worsening traffic conditions. This time, here along with two…

HOOSER: Time to get our priorities straight

“When they tell you there’s no money, what they’re really saying is it’s not a priority.” This, my friends who are new to policy and…

HOOSER: Take the drivel to your beer buddies

“We’re going to close up our hotel and take our business somewhere else where the taxes are lower!” said no hotel on Kaua‘i ever. Ditto…

Letters for Saturday, April 1, 2023

‘Lobby Day’ I recently attended “Lobby Day” at the state Capitol in Honolulu with two other members of the American Association of University Women. We…

HOOSER: Kissing Kaua‘i Zoom testimony goodbye

Kaua‘i is now the only county in Hawai‘i to prohibit remote interactive conference technology (ICT) testimony by residents. No more Zooming in from Kekaha or…

Letters for Wednesday, March 15, 2023

A better idea A Kaua‘i council person was recently quoted as saying, “We gotta burn trash.” Now that’s a half-baked idea. Sure, politicos will receive…