SEPARATING FACT FROM FICTION ON VOICES OF TRUTH - ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAWAI`I'S FUTURE
Does “self-determination” mean something very different from “sovereignty?”
Why does the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and Council For Native Hawaiian Advancement always talk about creating a “native nation” but never mention “the Kingdom of Hawai`i and its descendants?”
The answers of course have to do with two very different outcomes – US tribal status as Indians (or wards of a foreign government,) versus de-occupation by that foreign government resulting in independence and freedom for all.
The illegal overthrow and subsequent occupation of Hawai`i is being equated now to the US occupation of Iraq in a major new book by New York Times reporter Stephen Kinzer.
With all the accompanying media attention it’s receiving, as well as other events about to break at the international level, our shows this week focus on how all of us can make sure history comes out the right way.
So get ready – it’s time to separate fact from fiction on Voices Of Truth – One-On-One With Hawai`i’s Future.
MONDAY, May 1st At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, May 5th At 5:30 PM - Hawai`i Island - Na Leo, Channel 54
"Who Are The Real Hawaiians? - A Visit With Isaac Harp."
Been feeling confused about what federal recognition really means?
You're not alone. Well, get ready to separate fact from fiction.
Native Hawaiian rights, aboriginal rights and Kingdom rights. What's the difference between them, and why does federal recognition only offer aboriginal and not Kingdom rights?
Which is more significant, and why don't the backers of federal recognition want you to know the difference between the two?
Long time Hawaiian freedom fighter Isaac Harp explains the difference and what's at stake for us all, Kanaka or not.
Watch this segment and discover for yourself what they don't want you to know and more importantly don't want you to have.
WEDNESDAY, May 3rd At 6:30 PM - Maui - Akaku, Channel 53
"A Violation Of Trust - Part One - A Voices Of Truth Special Report."
At their conference in Honolulu last August, the Council For Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) invited several representatives of federally recognized Native American tribes and Alaska Native Corporations to promote the economic benefits of federal recognition and oil drilling in the Artic National Wildlife Refuge.
When the Gwich'in, the native people who actually live on that land asked to participate in the discussions, the CNHA refused their request.
Not to be silenced, the Gwich'in did come to Honolulu and, with help from their many Hawai`i supporters, presented panel discussions and an Artic Film Festival at the State Capitol.
They also rented a conference room close to the CNHA convention to share the truth with all who would listen. What they revealed was stunning.
A proud and self-sufficient people, the Gwich'in refuse to allow the violation of their natural environment. They recount their life of poverty and deprivation under federal recognition and their constant battles with the US federal government and alien economic opportunists.
It has become clearly apparent that certain individuals within the CNHA have been secretly working with senators from both Alaska and Hawai`i to promote drilling in the ANWR, against the wishes of the Gwich'in, and also to force federal recognition here in Hawai`i - for personal gain.
In this emotionally charged segment, hear the truth for yourself - what the CNHA has tried to hide as Alaskan Natives describe how oil is destroying their physical and spiritual health and their traditional lives. Hear the disastrous effects of federal recognition on these special people.
THURSDAY, May 4th At 8:30 PM & FRIDAY, May 5th At 8:30 AM - Kaua`i - Ho`ike, Channel 52
"Online Activism - A Visit With Scott Crawford."
Just how large a role do computers, the world wide web, blogs and other technology play today in educating others about our future?
Our own Scott Crawford shares with us how he is able to effectively spread the word about Independence for Hawai`i throughout the world via the internet and why this is fast becoming the single most powerful tool that freedom activists now have.
Have a computer? If you've ever wondered if one person can make big difference without leaving home, this is the show to watch!
SATURDAY, May 6th At 8:00 PM - O`ahu - 'Olelo, Channel 53
"Ocean Resource - A Visit With Anakala Keli`i Mauwae."
A Moloka`i treasure, Keli`i is someone who has taken the natural resources of our ocean seriously.
A champion slack key guitar player as well as diver and fisherman, Keli`i lives his conviction that our resources are sustainable - but only if we malama (care for) them.
While he shared with us details of his trips to Samoa and Washington, DC, his conviction that Hawai`i no ka 'oi (is the best) comes through loud and clear.
Taped on his Moloka`i ranch, be sure and watch as Keli'i serenades us with his music and speaks from the heart about issues important to us all that are indeed timeless.
Voices of Truth interviews those creating a better future for Hawai`i to discover what made them go from armchair observers to active participants in the hopes of inspiring viewers to do the same.
Those not in Hawai`i wishing to view the series may do so by visiting www.olelo.org and then clicking "NAT-Channel 53." A screen should then display allowing you to see the show via live streaming.
Please refer to the `Olelo television programming notes above for segment times and titles.
All show times listed above are Hawai`i Standard Time (HST.)
