How real is the rascism ?

[opihikao]

Good God.

Racism is everywhere, if you choose to see it as such.

We (some of us, as kanaka maoli) adapted to the western world, despite the challenges and history of what some perceive. Some call us "assimilated Hawaiians", or the like (ie. sell outs, etc.). One could say we are utilizing the western culture (ie. laws, etc.) as we move forward as a people, in hopes we can maintain and preserve our heritage.

However, we never forget our culture and the teaching of kupuna. Some ka po'e haole are more "Hawaiian" at heart, than those who have the blood of our ancestors, in my opinion.

The manner in which we treat each other is the basis of "Hawaiian" teaching and culture. Mutual respect, no matter the opinion, shared with substance, dignity, and grace. We are not barbarian (in this life and times) by any means.

As such, to the point of this thread, racism is real; everywhere. No matter "race, color or creed".

How we deal with it is our choice.

In the words of our Queen Lili'uokalani:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQ2l1icqTRk


Translation:

http://www.huapala.org/Q/Queens_Prayer.html

JMO.