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Letters to the Editor

Should have sent team in entirety to Super Bowl

I just read the Feb. 7 article about the Lunas being invited to the Superbowl and I’m very disappointed. Not one of the coaches or the players invited, mentioned anything about the rest of the team. If one gets invited, the whole team should be invited. Hawaii talks about doing what is ...

Antisemitism claims used against Palestinian lives

False claims of antisemitism are being weaponized worldwide to silence Palestinian lived experiences. Film screenings hosted in communities and on college campuses have been particularly targeted by this tactic to shut down any media giving voice to Palestinians or to Jewish community ...

Lower legal blood alcohol limit for driving this session

Members of our Hawai‘i State Legislature have introduced four bills to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration for driving from 0.08 to 0.05 percent. As the mother of a 19-year-old who was killed by a drunk driver, I support this change. My daughter, Hannah, had so much life ahead ...

Make sure Hawaii does not turn into L.A.

Many local families 40 years ago moved to Los Angeles. At that time, it was really nice. You could buy a big house for half the price in Hawaii. Cars, food, education, electric bills and taxes were inexpensive. Abundant with good-paying jobs, the education system was excellent and college ...

Closing of falls subtract from Road to Hana scenery

For tourists and myself too, the road to Hana is one of the most beautiful in the world. Among the road’s highlights are the waterfalls along the way. For 45 years, I have lived on Maui and have gone on hikes and swimming in these waterfalls many, many, times. Yesterday we went out ...

Simple BP monitor can save life

For less than $60, a blood pressure monitor can save your life. Car gauges can signal when a car is over-heating. And needs to be taken to a shop. A mechanic may replace a water pump, radiator or fluid level that may be low. If ignored, the engine will be destroyed and the car will not be ...