As it has for America's other indigenous peoples, I believe the United States must fulfill its responsibility to Native Hawaiians.

Unlike most major American cities, Honolulu is geographically insulated from the rest of the country. When disaster strikes we cannot call on neighboring states for assistance.

I have witnessed how education opens doors, and I know that when sound instruction takes place, students experience the joys of new-found knowledge and the ability to excel.

A more effective international disease surveillance system is essential for global security both against a bioterrorist attack or a naturally occurring disease.

Most of us have nicknames—annoying, endearing, embarrassing.But what about your true name? to respond when called.Ever wonder why?.

Five people with passion can do better than fifty people with mere desire or interest.

Far, far below the deepest delvings of the dwarves, the world is gnawed by nameless things.

You can be cool and at the same time respect your woman, who will hopefully become your wife, who will hopefully become the mother of your kids. America needs to get back to family values.

But courage wasn't an absence of fear; it was fighting despite the knot in your stomach.

Let’s be gentle with ourselves and each other and fierce as we fight oppression.

Not knowing how near the truth is, we seek it far away.

As a journalist, the details always tell the story.

I found out what the secret to life is - friends. Best friends.

I have made all the calculations; fate will do the rest.