Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 20, Number 12, 1 December 2003 — Page 9 Advertisements Column 1 [ADVERTISEMENT]

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The establishment of a Native Hawaiian government is on the horizon anel ean be achieved with the will and support of the Hawaiian people. While the Native Hawaiian federal recognition bill, also known as the Akaka/Stevens Bill, is still being considered by Congress, Native Hawaiians need to continue moving forward with the creation of a Native Hawaiian governing body, no matter when or if this legislation passes. Today's legal environment is characterized by persistent and frequent challenges to the continued existence of programs and laws intended to protect and preserve Native Hawaiian cultural, traditional and spiritual practices and resources. The OHA trustees and many in the Hawaiian community feel that now is the time to take action and solidify Native Hawaiian rights through the establishment of a new Native Hawaiian governing body. Please forward names and contact information to:

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