The state’s removal of two structures on the mountain ignored traditional and customary rights laws.
Trisha Kehaulani Watson
Trisha Kehaulani Watson is a Kaimuki resident, small business owner, and bibliophile. She holds a Ph.D. in American Studies from the University of Hawaii and J.D. from the William S. Richardson School of Law. She writes about environmental issues, cultural resource management, and the intersection between culture and politics. Opinions are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect Civil Beat's views. You can follow or contact her on Twitter at @hehawaiiau.
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Trisha Kehaulani Watson: Saving The Last Hawaiian Salt Ponds
The traditional making of Hawaiian salt used to occur across the islands. Now the last bastion in Hanapepe is threatened by activities at an adjacent airport.
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Trisha Kehaulani Watson: What Crabbe’s Departure Means For OHA
The CEO of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs never really found the right administrator to back him up. Now the board of trustees must take advantage of the chance for a fresh start.
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Trisha Kehaulani Watson: Welcome To Hawaii — Now Show Some Respect
The islands have the same challenge as other major tourist destinations — preserving what it is that attracts visitors in the first place.
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Trisha Kehaulani Watson: Some Nations Get It — Happiness Matters
As most Western governments measure success in economic viability, countries like New Zealand show us how to establish better priorities.
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Trisha Kehaulani Watson: How I Became A Witness In The Kealoha Corruption Trial
At the top of their game, Kat and Louie were one of the most recognized, and I’ll dare say, well-liked couples I knew.
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Trisha Kehaulani Watson: The Glorious But Functional Art Of Indigenous Cultures
Honolulu Biennial 2019 weaves cultures from many generations, emphasizing the cords that connect them.
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Trisha Kehaulani Watson: Thinking Of Hawaii’s Treasures As Notre Dame Burned
We don’t do enough to protect the abundant historic and sacred sites in the islands.
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Trisha Kehaulani Watson: Pursuing Hawaiian Sovereignty In The Time of Trump
The defeat of Hillary Clinton in the 2016 flattened the hopes and the voices of those who were hoping, alternatively, to see progress toward federal recognition.