Protestations of politicians aside, the U.S. does force its military facilities on foreign lands, including South Korea and Okinawa.
Jon Letman
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Okinawa Documentary Portrays The Legacy Of War
Director John Junkerman wants people to know what is going on in Okinawa and the military experience that looms over the island.
Posted inHawaiʻi
How Islam Is Gaining A Foothold In Micronesia
A mosque and a Muslim congregation are flourishing in the Marshall Islands by demonstrating Islam is a force for good in the community.
Posted inHawaiʻi
Climate Change Is A ‘Matter Of Life And Death’ For The Marshall Islands
The first female head of state of a Pacific island nation talks about the biggest threat her country faces.
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Marines May Add Aircraft Training On Forbidden Island And Kauai
The military is studying the possibility of creating places for pilots to train with Ospreys, aircraft that have been contentious elsewhere in Hawaii.
Posted inOpinion
We All Need To Purge Our Inner Gary Johnson
Many have sneered over Johnson’s stumble over the Syrian city’s significance. But how many other Americans would have answered similarly?
Posted inEnvironment
Fighting To Save A Remote Okinawan Forest
As helipad construction stokes tensions, a new wave of demonstrations flares up in Okinawa’s remote northern forests.
Posted inOpinion
Answers Hard To Come By On Asia-Pacific Militarization
The “pivot” of U.S. military and diplomatic resources toward the Asia-Pacific region begs many legitimate questions.
Posted inOpinion
It’s Time to Rehumanize Muslims And Jews
With so many forces pushing fear, it’s never been more important to reject the dangerous narrative of hate. Further dehumanization of Muslims and Jews will only produce predictable results.