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Trisha Kehaulani Watson

Trisha Kehaulani Watson was born and raised in Manoa Valley on the island of Oahu. She is a graduate of Punahou School. She obtained her M.A. from Washington State University and her J.D. and Ph.D. from the University of Hawaii. She specializes in environmental and cultural resource conservation.
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There’s Nothing Courageous About Hawaiians Attacking Hawaiians Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat

There’s Nothing Courageous About Hawaiians Attacking Hawaiians

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The recent attack on the Office of Hawaiian Affairs was entirely unacceptable.

Roll of Thunder: Lifting The Veil On Na‘i Aupuni Cory Lum/Civil Beat

Roll of Thunder: Lifting The Veil On Na‘i Aupuni

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Many feel Na‘i Aupuni is nothing but an elaborate attempt to force Hawaiians into making a decision they do not fully understand.
Understanding Hawaiian Innovation and Ingenuity

Understanding Hawaiian Innovation and Ingenuity

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We're not anti-science. But innovation cannot cause environmental destruction or degradation.
Here Is How We Save the Hawaiian Monk Seal Courtesy of B.E.A.C.H.

Here Is How We Save the Hawaiian Monk Seal

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Seal salvation requires better coordination and more resources; community help and tolerance are key to survival, study finds.
Remote Islands Expansion Is a Critical Step Toward Healthy Pacific Region Enric Sala

Remote Islands Expansion Is a Critical Step Toward Healthy Pacific Region

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The president has an opportunity to create a unique cultural and conservation legacy with the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument.
A Dream Realized — Progress on Fishpond Restoration Regulations Hui o Kuapā

A Dream Realized — Progress on Fishpond Restoration Regulations

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The fishponds are truly unique forms of aquaculture. They were once a vital component of Native Hawaiian communities.
So the Interior Department Wants Input on Hawaiian Nation-Building? PF Bentley/Civil Beat

So the Interior Department Wants Input on Hawaiian Nation-Building?

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There is no justification for denying Hawaiians an opportunity to become fully educated on their history so they can make informed decisions.
‘Kumu Hina’: A Story of Triumph for All of Hawaii From the film, Kuma Hina

‘Kumu Hina’: A Story of Triumph for All of Hawaii

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To support those we love, we must bear witness to their struggles and triumphs, and understand their perspectives.