03-20-2014, 06:00 AM
Mtviewdude, got it. However, I also have met many candidates over the course of 50+ years, many of which were abrasive, had no people skills, and yet were very qualified for the position they wanted. This is not a popularity contest, thus, I tend to vote for who I believe is the best for the job at hand.
Fortunately or unfortunately (depending on your opinion), Freddie Rice won his case and all are allowed to vote for OHA candidates, not just kanaka maoli. This puts the responsibility on the general public to vote for who runs OHA which affects ALL of us.
Our ohana has been here for generations, and I also worry about my mo'opuna and their future. Certainly don't want to see people in office who are not capable just because people don't like someone. Credentials and experience matter when voting for a candidate, in my opinion.
Pahoated, you hit the nail on the head several times in your posts. Completely rational statements that make sense. The AG's decision re: DHHL geothermal royalty issue will be interesting to watch. Mahalo.
JMO.
Fortunately or unfortunately (depending on your opinion), Freddie Rice won his case and all are allowed to vote for OHA candidates, not just kanaka maoli. This puts the responsibility on the general public to vote for who runs OHA which affects ALL of us.
Our ohana has been here for generations, and I also worry about my mo'opuna and their future. Certainly don't want to see people in office who are not capable just because people don't like someone. Credentials and experience matter when voting for a candidate, in my opinion.
Pahoated, you hit the nail on the head several times in your posts. Completely rational statements that make sense. The AG's decision re: DHHL geothermal royalty issue will be interesting to watch. Mahalo.
JMO.