Former U.S. envoy backs Guam sentiments on buildup Friday, 21 August 2009 00:25 by Mar-Vic Cagurangan Variety News Staff TAKING up the cudgels for local activists, former U.S. ambassador and retired Army colonel Ann Wright assailed the federal government for shutting out the local population in the planning process for the U.S. Marines’ relocation from… Read more »
Monthly Archives: August 2009
“Let Us Teach Our People to Want Peace”
The late Senator Spark Matsunaga was a visionary advocate for peace. However, I disagree with the article’s assertion that Sen. Matsunaga would be proud of what has become of his dream. Funding for the Peace Institute has dwindled over the years, while PACOM expands its military training center in Waikiki, and its bases and troops… Read more »
Protests to mark 50th anniversary of Hawai’i statehood
Updated at 8:59 a.m., Thursday, August 20, 2009 Protests planned when Hawaii marks 50th anniversary with festivities By MARK NIESSE Associated Press HONOLULU – Protesters will march the streets and Hawaiian chants will echo from the sprawling lawn of Iolani Palace on Hawaii’s 50th anniversary of statehood, as high-minded panelists ponder the Islands’ future at… Read more »
September 11, Town Hall Meeting
Town Hall Meeting Friday, September 11 Center for Hawaiian Studies 6-7pm: tables & social hour; 7-9 Town Hall Meeting Featured guest speaker: Larry Everest, author of “Oil, Power & Empire”; independent journalist on Middle East affairs; frequent appearances on radio and TV (including Democracy Now); contributor to Revolution Newspaper for 30 years. Organized by World… Read more »
Poetry at Revolution Books
Revolution Books sponsors An Afternoon of Poetry with Darron Cambra, Tui Scanlan & Danny Sherrard Sunday, August 30, 3pm All three were on the Hawai`i slam team that went to Nationals. Each has their own CD or book of poetry. Join us in welcoming them to Revolution Books!
Ann Wright to speak about her recent trips to Gaza, Japan and Guam
Ann Wright to speak about her recent trips to Gaza, Japan and Guam Sunday, August 23 at 3pm. Revolution Books 2626 S King St # 201, Honolulu, HI 96826-3248 (808) 944-3106) Ann Wright will be speaking at Revolution Books this Sunday afternoon at 3pm. She was also interviewed for a new show on Voices of… Read more »
“Freedom would not have been possible without slavery”
Mana Caceres best pointed out the contradictions expressed in the article on an email listserve: quote: “Sovereignty would not be possible without statehood, said retired 2nd Circuit Judge and Office of Hawaiian Affairs Trustee Boyd Mossman.” Makes just as much sense as this: “Freedom would not have been possible without slavery.” stupid…… >><< The effects… Read more »
“OOF!” is what America did to Hawai’i
The Seattle Times ran an interview with Geologic of the Blue Scholars hip hop group. Geo grew up in Hawai’i and was inspired by recent visits to write new songs about Hawai’i. The product is a new EP entitled “OOF!”. Here’s an excerpt from the interview. I don’t understand the title of “OOF!” We… Read more »
New Informational Website on U.S. Military Violence Against Women
Announcing A New Informational Website on U.S. Military Violence Against Women http://www.usmvaw.com Providing information, analysis, and news about the history of U.S. military violence against girls and women in Okinawa and Japan, and in numerous other locations around the world. Other related concerns include: * Sexual assault and violence against women within the U.S. armed… Read more »
“They survived the combat, came back and – within two months – died on a motorcycle”
The Army is training soldiers in motorcycle safety to curb the high number of cycle fatalities that have occurred since 2005. An Army spokesperson said that “motorcycles are a great tool to release adrenaline” and that one possible reason for the fatalities is the “aggressive soldier mind-set”. First of all, motor vehicles shouldn’t be tools… Read more »
Connect with DMZ
Recent Comments