Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 29, Number 7, 1 July 2012 — U.S. SENATE [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

U.S. SENATE

1 . Yes, I believe the United States government should aeknowledge the special legal and politieal status of Native Hawaiians, because in doing so it will begin

the process of atonement. It will also bring more meaning to the Apology Resolution signed by President Clinton, for the 1893 overthrow of the kingdom of Hawai'i. 2. Personally, I've encouraged students to embrace their heritage. I teach them about Hawaiian history and the events that shape the present. It's important we don't forget where we eame from. 3. Going forward in regards to heahh care and education, onee again we need parity. The other indigenous people of America have these benefits, the Native Hawaiians are being neglected of due reconciliation. But for this to happen a bill like the Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act needs to be passed to open up dialogue between both parties. Then these issues ean be formally addressed between the Native Hawaiian government and the United States government.

1. No. Hawaiians, Kingdom of Hawai'i was "recognized" by atleast21 nations and had treaties with them. The 1840 Constitution states "God hath made

nations of men of one blood, and color to live together in blessedness; or words to this effect. I intend to use the current Akaka bill to ensure that all 50-percent quantum Kānaka Maoli receive fee ownership of currently held Hawai'i Monarch leases and every eligible applicant shall receive a parcel in fee. 2. 1 have represented, pro bono, a number of Native Hawaiians in land elaim cases against McCandlass Ranch and various other cases. I have held meetings with Keanu Sai, and other leaders at my home in Honoka'a regarding sovereignty, etc. 3. 1 will study these Acts to determine the viability and usefulness of the Acts. I generally favor retaining these benefits for Native Hawaiians.

1 . Yes. First, of course, reintroduce the Akaka bill and work with my Hawai'i delegation colleagues and the community to pass it. But we can't put all of our

eggs in that basket. So second, pursue an administrative recognition process and support the Native Hawaiian Roll Conunission. Finally, reverse a growing disconnect on Native Hawaiian rights in Hawai'i and nationally by advocating for and defending such rights wherever possible. 2. One that exemphfies my approach is my community outreach as eongressman for the Native Hawaiian Education Act. Hawai'i's 2nd District was and is home to more Native Hawaiians than any other of 435 congressional district nationally, yet it had not one NHEA grant awardee. We literally brought the program to likely awardees throughout my district and assisted and supported their applications. As a result grants were secured for several programs beyond Honolulu. 3. First, as the line of attack on reauthorization is usually the alleged laek of empirical evidence of need and benefit of these programs, practice preventive medicine by working with grantees and the broader community to strengthen infonnation collection and reporting systems. Second, convert funding where not already achieved to administration budget items rather than continue undependable reliance on congressional eannarks.

1 . I would introduce legislation to reinstate the government similar to the Vatiean. Asking that the former Navy bombing range island be recognized as a state within a state.

Build a Hawaiian eeoeino there at the lower end and a Hawaiian eultural center on the other with an administrative arm. 2. Purchased bonds of the Reinstated Government. Attended 24-hour vigils and other events. Volunteered time to organize airmobile elements for the reinstated government. Taught Hawaiian language and history. The strongest advocate of taking care of the 'āina, visit web http://charlescollinsussenatehi.yola site.com. 3. Form fact finding committees, try and develop evidence that these programs are the most beneficial ways to deliver heahh care and education, and if not seek other reasonable solutions that would be supported with the help of others and God's help. Save the oceans!

1 . It is my understanding that Polynesian ethnicities and cultures are clearly recognized by the United States and United Nations. I believe the current plight of the

Hawaiian culture is from legal and illegal iimnigration, and from pollution. If elected I will support tougher rules and regulations on these issues. 2. 1 have been a He'e Nalu since the late 1970s. I have also learned to play the 'ukulele to perpetuate the Hawaiian aloha spirit. 3. It is clear to me that the State of Hawai'i Dept. of Human Services, Medicare/Medicaid Med-Quest, COBRA, 'Ohana Heahh Care Plan, Hawai'i Dental Service etc. are providing "state of the art" heahh care insurance services for everyone who resides in the State of Hawai'i. So I would support the continuation and hnprovements (as requested by heahh care professionals) of the current heahh care system. Regarding education: I trust that Kamehameha Schools is teaching students about their ethnicity and culhire, mueh of whieh requires no modern technology. So I would support the continuation and hnprovement (as requested by the teachers) of the current Hawaiian education system.

HEAĪH BEASLEY NON-PARTISAN

JOHN CARROLL REPUBLICAN

ED CASE DEMOCRAT

CHARLES AUGUSTINE COLLINS REPUBLICAN

ANĪONIO GIMBERNAT DEMOCRAT