Category: Editorials
Americans Do Not Want Escalation of War with Iran, The U.S. Can No Longer Afford “Forever Wars”
Simply put — we cannot afford another protracted “forever war” and President Donald Trump acted recklessly by entering the war between Israel and Iran by bombing Iran’s nuclear sites.
The US and West Must Pressure Netanyahu to Finally End the Bombings and Blockade of Gaza
It’s high time for President Donald Trump and western leaders to exert forceful pressure onto Israel to stop the bombings and blockade of humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Comprehensive Immigration Reform Addressing the Undocumented Is Sorely Needed
It’s high time that such provisions be re-examined and debated.
Republicans’ New Tax Proposal on Money Remittances Could Hurt Filipino Families and the Philippines
The new tax means less money will go to the recipients in foreign countries and add to the U.S. coffers.
Stand with Harvard University to Protect Freedom of Speech, America’s “Soft Power” Globally, and to Defend Against Authoritarianism
Trump is now suggesting that Harvard lose its tax-exempt status. It’s all cat and mouse, really.
Medicaid Changes Will Hurt Patients and Hospitals, Call Your Senator to Voice Your Opposition to Medicaid Cuts
This uncertainty is good news for now as millions of Medicaid recipients await with bated breath a final bill.
Thank You, Sens Schatz, Hirono, and Education Officials for Your Concern and Speaking Out on ICE’s Detainment of Teachers in Maui
The international teachers are employed through the U.S. Department of State’s J-1 Visa Exchange Visitor Program which allows them to teach in the U.S. legally.
Preventing School Bullying Must Be a Community Effort of Schools, Parents and Students All Working Together
Studies show that school bullying is pervasive. Those who are bullied suffer anxiety, fear, depression and low self-esteem.
We Welcome Our Gen Z Filipinos to Be More Active in Our Filipino Civic Clubs, Social and Professional Organizations
The inability to purchase a home – traditionally seen as necessary to providing for a family – further discourages Gen Zers to take on the responsibility of building a family life.
Arman R. Talbo Is the New Consul General in Honolulu, Welcome — Our Community Looks Forward to Working with You
Talbo is an Ilocano native who previously served as Deputy Consul General in New York during an important time in history.
