The Superferry's new CEO, Retired US Navy Admiral Thomas Fargo has attempted to put up a new public relations face stating it’s up to the people of Kaua`i to decide if and when the Superferry returns to their island.Well, according to polls taken this last week by newspapers on both Maui and Kaua`i, he now has his answer.Results are running two to one against the Superferry. The majority of people on both Maui and Kaua`i do not want the Superferry back.Island residents paid attention and made sure their voice was heard.One thing that did escape a lot of people’s attention however are special, martial law-like emergency powers that Hawai`i governor Linda Lingle now has at her fingertips.If you’re saying to yourself “Huh?” right now, you’re not alone.Legislation was recently enacted to allow her virtual dictatorial powers in Hawai`i whenever she chooses.And here’s the worst part – the Hawai`i legislature chose not to include any oversight when the bill sailed through and was quietly voted into law.Why would she want this kind of power? Here’s a hint – what does a US Navy Admiral in charge of the Super(Military)Ferry and a governor with dictator powers have in common?Watch Free Hawai`i TV this coming Wednesday and find out. You’ll be as surprised as we were when we found out the whole story.And by the way, if you support our issues on the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network, please email this to a friend and see below how you can help us continue our work.Speaking of Maui, Voices Of Truth airs on the Valley Isle now on a brand new day – Mondays at 6:30 PM on Akaku, channel 53.A big mahalo to all who have let us know how inspired you are by our recent guests. We’ve got some great ones for you this week, as always, right here on Voices Of Truth – One-On-One With Hawai`i’s Future.MONDAY, May 12th At 7:00 PM & FRIDAY, May 16th At 5:30 PM –Hawai`i Island – Na Leo, Channel 53“Hidden In The Forest – A Visit With Dr. Baron Kaho`ola Ching”Deep in a rain forest in Nu`uanu Valley sits one of the most remarkable sites in all Hawai`i.Imagine a place lost in time and space to the modern world – Kaniakapupu.A palatial summer residence for Kauikeaoli, Kamehameha III, Kaniakapupu was built over one hundred seventy years ago spanning twenty thousand acres.Ka La Ho`i Ho`i Ea, Sovereignty Restoration Day, was celebrated on the site in 1843 with over ten thousand guests attending.Several key documents in Hawaiian history were drafted there and many of Hawai`i’s future rulers visited the residence as children.Then time swallowed up and forgot Kaniakapupu until one day a few years back Baron cut through thick bamboo forests to rediscover it for himself.What he saw stopped him in his tracks.Since then, Baron has overseen the caretaking of this astounding place that time forgot.Whatever you do, don’t miss our visit with Baron to Kaniakapupu. One of the most unique places in all of Hawai`i, you’ll go with us hiking through dense rain forest as we come face to face ourselves with the ancient residence and artifacts left untouched for almost two centuries in this incredible voyage of rediscovery that is sure to take your breath away.MONDAY, MAY 12th At 6:30 PM –Maui – Akaku, Channel 53“Modern Konohiki – A Visit With Ke`eaumoku Kapu”“What is the destiny in your life?“What is the history of this place and is there a place suitable for me?”These are questions that drive the spirit of Ke`eaumoku Kapu, modern day warrior and protector of the `aina.A former construction worker building houses and highways, Ke`eaumoku’s first awakening came during the 1993 Onipa`a March in Honolulu.The second occurred when he found himself actually making concrete parts for the H-3 freeway, which eventually caused the desecration of ancient sites in Halawa Valley on O`ahu.Needing to earn money to feed his family, he kept asking himself, “Is what I’m doing pono, is it just? Is the knowledge I’m acquiring through the corporate system legitimate, based on my life as an island person and Kanaka Maoli?”Soon thereafter he walked in, quit his job and dedicated the rest of his life to answering the question, “Is there a way to create just with the unjust?”Today he and his wife run no less than five associations dedicated to serving those threatened with losing their family land to corporate development.Don’t miss Ke`eaumoku as he leads us through his own awakening that took him from someone whose life was run by US corporations to the warrior he is today who sits on the County of Maui Cultural Resources Commission and the Native Hawaiian Historic Preservation Council. See for yourself how he realized the “contemporary management system has nothing to do with our upbringing as Kanaka Maoli,” and the words he lives by – “we must do whatever we can because our land is at stake.”THURSDAY, May 15th At 8:30 PM & FRIDAY, May 16th At 8:30 AM –Kaua`i – Ho`ike, Channel 52“Culture, Arts & Hospitality – A Visit With Clifford Nae`ole”It happens once a month on Friday evenings around a full moon at the Ritz Carlton at Kapalua.Clifford Nae`ole can be heard talking story as part of a program called Moonlight Mo`olelo.His tourist audience listens as he tells stories about Hawai`i of old and the indigenous people of Honokahua, the ancient, culturally significant site of pre-contact Hawai`i where the Ritz Carlton sits.Clifford was the individual from the local community who always stepped forward and spoke up to make sure protocol was being followed when the hotel was being developed.He was so effective, Ritz Carlton management ended up hiring him as a cultural advisor and then Chairperson for the annual Maui Cultural Arts Festival."Education leads to awareness, which in turn inspires accountability, which will ultimately ensure the survival of our people, land, ocean and culture," asserts Clifford. "Many of us have forgotten to 'think island.'""The tourist industry needs to realize that they are the guest in the home of the host, not the other way around."Powerful words of wisdom indeed.Catch our must-see interview with this visionary whose actions have led to fundamental changes in an industry that’s responsible for making visitor first impressions. Clifford reminds us why it comes full circle - "We live on a finite source. Once we have abused and used whatever sustains us on this land, we are certainly doomed.”SATURDAY, May 17th At 8:00 PM –O`ahu - `Olelo, Channel 53“Eyes Of The Kupuna – A Visit With Aunty Pele Hanoa”Imagine living next to a beautiful black sands beach, a place you’ve lived your entire life.Nature is at your door. The ocean, the beach, endangered turtles use the area coming ashore to breed.Now also imagine tour buses pulling up next to your home and brining one thousand tourists a day. That’s right, one thousand tourists every single day.Tourists who harass the turtles, steal the sand for souvenirs, leave litter, and behave obnoxiously.How would you like to put up with that every day of your life?Aunty Pele does.Born and raised in Punalu`u, she’s a prime example of old Hawai`i - staying on the land where you were born, because you were taught from an early age to malama the `aina – care for your ancestral land.All around her things are changing – and not for the better. Multi-national corporations building developments on the shore and then stealing the water from agricultural lands for their projects.Yet none of this stops her.Be sure and catch our visit with Aunty Pele. You’ll be as inspired as we were by this remarkable kupuna who stops at nothing and whose message is one you’ll long remember – “We accepted everyone who came to Hawai`i. Now they should reciprocate by protecting and caring for what we have.”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.Please consider a donation today to help further our work. Every single penny counts.You may donate via PayPal at VoicesOfTruthTV.com or by mail –The Koani FoundationPO Box 1878Lihu`e, Kaua`i 96766If you missed a show, want you see your favorites again or you don’t live in Hawai`i, here’s how to view our shows anytime – visit VoicesOfTruthTV.com and simply click on the episodes you wish to view.And for news on issues that affect you, watch FreeHawaiiTV.com.It’s all part of the Free Hawai`i Broadcasting Network.
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