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Charity walk hopes to combat homelessness WA L K T H E TA L K C H A R I T Y WA L K , N OV. 10 - 19 Hosted by Helping the Hungry Have Hope (H-5) Cost: $30 donation per day Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. Nov. 10 at the state capitol H-5’s annual Walk the Talk charity walk will raise awareness about Hawai‘i’s homelessness issue. FILE PHOTO/ KA LEO O HAWAI‘I
PAIGE L. JINBO Staff Reporter
Instead of fi xating on the negative aspects of the state’s homeless problem, one group is doing something about it. Hawai‘i Helping the Hungry Have Hope (H-5), an organization committed to providing services to the homeless community, will hold its annual Walk the Talk charity walk this November. For the last six years, H-5 has hosted the charity walk to not only raise awareness of the improvement made in the state’s perennial issue of homelessness, but to also raise money for Hawaii’s hungr y. Walk the Talk is an innovative approach to encourage members of the community to support a
good cause. While most charity walks are usually either a 5K or a 24-hour relay, Walk the Talk is a 10-day walk — Wednesday, Nov. 10 to Friday, Nov. 19 —covering more than 135 miles. The walk coincides with National Homeless Awareness Week. The walk begins at the state capitol on Nov. 10. Over the course of 10 days, participants will march the fl at terrain of Aina Haina and through the valleys of Waimea, and circle back to the state capitol by Nov. 19. For a donation of $30 a day, anyone can come out and participate. W hile it is a 10 -day event, walkers don’t have to participate during each day of the walk. Max Gray, H-5 program coordinator, says that whether participants walk one day or one mile,
it doesn’t matter; the fact that they came out is what counts. However, Gray said that there are many people intending to do the entire walk. T hose who plan to do it in its entiret y have the choice of either leaving at the end of each day and returning in the morning, or staying at the des tination point of the walk for the day. For instance, Day 1 of the walk ends at the Holy Trinit y Church on K alanianaʻole Highway. Walkers will be able to stay overnight at the church until the next round of walking resumes in the morning. A lternatively, they can leave and come back the next morning. All the funds raised by the Walk the Talk charity walk will go to H-5.
H-5 is a non-profit organization dedicated to provide services for homeless men, women and children. In addition to serving more than 3,000 hot meals a month to those in need, H-5 has also placed more than 600 people in permanent housing since 2006. This grassroots organization also developed the fi rst mobile shelter. In 2005, four Roberts Hawaiʻi buses were renovated and turned into homes for 35 people. However, the $50,000 budget that’s usually allotted to them was squashed to zero this year, making it a little more challenging to keep up with the need, Gray said. “ The money is going to an important cause,” he said. “Homelessness is still a prob lem, but with your help we can continue to fight it.”
DAY 1, N OV. 10 : State capitol to ‘Āina-Haina — 12.51 miles DAY 2 , N OV. 11: Hawai‘i Kai to Waimānalo — 11.84 miles DAY 3, N OV. 12 : Waimānalo to Kahalu‘u — 13.59 miles DAY 4 , N OV. 13: Kahalu‘u to Hau‘ula — 15.07 miles DAY 5, N OV. 14 : Hau‘ula to Waimea Bay — 15.21 miles DAY 6, N OV. 15: Waimea Bay to Camp Mokule‘ia — 11.2 miles DAY 7, N OV. 16: Camp Mokule‘ia to Yokohama Bay — 9.09 miles DAY 8, N OV. 17: Yokohama Bay to Nanakuli — 14.81 miles DAY 9, N OV. 18: Nānākuli to Aiea — 18.11 miles DAY 10, N OV. 19: ‘Aiea to state capitol — 9.91 miles
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is a 6 -- Whatever you try today goes more smoothly than you thought possible. You have just the right ideas to persuade others. Go for the gold. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Careful communication creates a smoother flow today. Gentle questioning reveals otherwise hidden motives. Then everyone’s agendas meld like shuffling a deck of cards. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 6 -- You feel pressure to prepare for a social event of great importance. Step up the glam and write the speech in advance. Practice it in the mirror. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 6 -- Lacking high energy, conditions
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Ka Leo O Hawai‘i EDITOR RUSSELL TOLENTINO ASSOCIATE MARC ARAKAKI SPORTS @ KALEO.ORG
MONDAY, NOV. 8, 2010
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“They’re a new-look team, so that’s defi nitely something that we have to think about going into this matchup,” Takahara-Dias said. The ’Bows are looking to improve a 10-20 record last season and Takahara-Dias believes they can. “No matter what, we are going to be a solid unit,” TakaharaDias said. “We have 10 girls coming back from last year and we are injury free – something that really plagued us last year.” Returning from a seasonending knee injury is redshirt freshman Shawna-Lei Kuehu, who led the ’Bows in scoring after the first five games. Also returning is senior guard Megan Tinnin, who redshirted last year. “Megan is one of our co-captains and we are thrilled to have her back,” Takahara-Dias said. “She is an outstanding leader, just a great presence.”
While the ’Bows are keeping the Thursday evening matchup in mind, the team has a lot more than games to think about. In Takahara-Dias’ first year as head coach last season, she implemented a community service program for the team. Every member had to participate in community volunteer work once a month. It’s continued this season. And although it isn’t mandatory, the turnout is the same. “I’m so encouraged by the fact that this isn’t a mandatory thing (and the team still participates),” Takahara-Dias said. “In fact, the girls even came up to me and asked if it was something that we would continue to do.” Community service included visiting elementary schools to meet and read to children and volunteering at homeless shelters. They also have a “Commu-
nity Cleanup” scheduled with the Honolulu Police Department in the coming months. Whether it’s volunteering or committing to train over the summer, there’s a new standard set for the team. “The girls have really come together on the fact that whatever it takes to make this work, they are willing to do,” Takahara-Dias said. “We think that should translate to a lot more wins.”
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confi dent playing inside. Despite the challenges of an entire new coaching staff and system, Kurtz feels the team has the potential to be good. “We can be really good,” Kurtz said. “We’re a young team but it’s not like we don’t have experience.” Joaquim said he has seen a change in the team from the beginning of Fall practice. “We’ve been working hard all preseason and it’s a whole different team,” Joaquim said. “We know each other a lot better than before in the preseason.”
The theme this season is to win games and to work hard for them according to Joaquim. “We just want to win games. The whole team, we’re trying to do our job in our position,” Joaquim said. “We’ve just got to work hard everyday and listen to the coach and what he’s trying to do.” Roese agreed. “Every game we come in and try to win and hopefully we play the right way and they do their best,” he said. “As long as they do their (best) I think good things will happen.”
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Kurtz and Joaquim at center for ’Bows
A new era for Rainbow Warrior basketball begins this Friday under fi rst-year head coach Gib Arnold. The team opens against Montana State in the Outrigger Hotels Rainbow Classic at the Stan Sheriff Center. The team welcomes 10 new players. This is part one of a three-part series previewing the team by position.
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The Rainbow Warriors will utilize size at the center position this season. They return 7-foot and 265-pound senior Douglas Kurtz and adds 6 -foot-10 and 245-pound sophomore Vander Joaquim. “Both of them will share a lot of time,” associate head coach Walter Roese said. “Also, we have (senior forward) Bill Amis who plays on the outside and (sophomore guard) Joston (Thomas) on the outside. So we have like fi ve guys we can put in the mix and play hard with them and give them confi dence.”
Kurtz and Joaquim centers are transfers from junior college and are foreign-born players. Kurtz is from Pelotas, Brazil and attended Marshalltown Community College before transferring to UH last season. His basketball resume includes two national championships with club team Gremo Nautico Uniao and a spot on the Brazilian national team for the 2009 World University Games. Last season Kurtz averaged 1.4 points and 1.0 rebounds per game. Joaquim lived in Luanda, Angola until 2007 and is a graduate of Mountain State Academy in West Virginia. He spent one season at the
College of Eastern Utah, where he had a team-high 31 blocks. In 2006 and 2007, he was among the 100 players from Africa selected to attend the Basketball Without Borders Africa camp. Joaquim is also a member of the Angolan National Team. As one of only four returning players, Kurtz said that the system this season is completely different. Under fi rst-year head coach Gib Arnold, Kurtz said there are a lot of plays that involve passing the ball inside to the centers. Also, Kurtz mentioned that he and Joaquim have become more
See Centers, page 11
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MONDAY, NOV. 8, 2010
Abercrombie reaches out to Greenwood, appoints top positions NEWS DESK On his fi rst day as GovernorElect on Wednesday, Neil Abercrombie reached out to University of Hawai‘i System President M.R.C. Greenwood and the Superintendent of the Department of Education Kathryn Matayoshi to have a discussion and determine the next steps to advance education in Hawai‘i. The three agreed to meet in the near future to survey current issues and to work together prior to the start of the legislature. During his campaign, Abercrombie made clear that education is his top priority. His plans include empowering principals and teach-
ers in schools and making the UH-system a full partner with his administration. “We need a unified voice to begin the hard work of ensuring a world-class education for all our children and young people,” Abercrombie said, in a press release. “This will be a new era of communication, cooperation and coordination between the Governor’s Office, the Department of Education and the University of Hawai‘i system. On Thursday, Abercrombie filled the top two positions in the governor’s office on Friday, naming Amy Asselbaye as his chief of staff and Andrew Aoki as his deputy chief of staff. It was the
first announcement of leadership positions for the Abercrombie administration. Asselbaye, 40, and Aoki, 41, worked for Abercrombie’s gubernatorial campaign as the operations director and deputy campaign manager, respectively. As chief of staff, Asselbaye’s duties will include managing the Governor’s Office and Cabinet to implement state policies. As deputy chief of staff, Aoki will oversee policy development and strategic planning. “ They were the heart and soul of the campaign,” Abercrombie said in a press release. “I have complete faith and confidence in their abilities and
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NEWS DESK In a strategic marketing effort, Ka Leo has announced a new mascot – Bunchie. A mysterious and majestic creature, Bunchie’s natural habitat consists of Internet forum threads and Youtube videos. The creature is a product of the evolution of pop culture in the direction of the Internet. Bunchie was fi rst introduced to Ka Leo staffers through the usual “Hey dudes, check out this ridiculous video” fashion. The paper has been “Bunchie-centric” ever since. The culmination of Bunchiefanaticism resulted in an all-night, sleep-deprived, and energy drinkfueled papier mâché-a-thon, in which Ka Leo staffers recreated the Internet meme and brought it IRL, or in real life. Select members of the general public have been able to meet Bunchie personally and the results have been largely positive. To see the video that inspired the creation of Bunchie, visit Youtube and enter the search term “Bunchie.”
readiness to serve the people of Hawai‘i. Amy and Andrew both have young children in Hawai‘i’s public schools and they understand the issues facing families in Hawai‘i.” Prior to the campaign, Asselbaye worked for Abercrombie’s Congressional office for 17 years. Asselbaye started in the legislative office and handled various policy and Natural Resources Committee work until being promoted to Deputy Chief of Staff and then Chief of Staff in January 2005. As Chief of Staff of Abercrombie’s Congressional office, Asselbaye oversaw the Honolulu and D.C. offices, developed and
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implemented all policies and operating plans. Before joining the campaign in March 2009, Aoki was a director of Kanu Hawai‘i, a nonprofit organization, and the co-founder and principal of the public interest research and planning firm, 3Point. Aoki’s past experiences include overseeing the grant making program of the HMSA Foundation to improve health and healthcare, planning and conducting performance audits of different state agencies as an analyst for the Hawai‘i State Auditor; and directing youth and teen programs in communities across the state as a program director for the YMCA of Honolulu.
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Art as more than mere aesthetics who struggle day by day,” according to Khewhok. Khewhok’s work, often no bigger than what other artists would consider a thumbnail, expresses that intimacy and human connection that has been lost in an era where text messaging is a legitimate form of human conversation. Yet despite its stature, it grabs your attention and pulls you into
Sanit Khewhok was born in Trang, Thailnad, recieved his undergraduate degree in Fine Arts from Silpakorn University in Bagkok and recieved his MFA from the Academy of Fine Arts of Rome.
a world of intense emotion. “I always had the concept, the idea, that the size is not what measures whether a work is good or not … anything that goes big will hit people immediately. But for small things … if you want to see it, you have to look closer; you have to pay more attention,” said Khewhok.
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Khewhok has been called humble numerous times, but his attitude transcends that label, and it has to do with his origins. “In Thailand you never ‘beat your own drum’ … so I’m still a little bit uncomfortable when people call me an artist.” See Artist profile, page 5
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Without civilization, artists would be nothing more than hunter-gatherers. With that in mind, it is important for artists to use their skills to benefit society. At least, that’s what Sanit Khewhok, the 11th recipient of the Catharine E. B. Cox Award for Excellence in the Visual Arts, says. “If you’re living in society, I think [being political] is important. Otherwise would it be useful if art didn’t serve [a purpose]?” said Khewhok at our interview outside of the Kahala Whole Foods. “If we have senses, you cannot avoid what we call art,” said Khewhok. In his two most recent shows, one at the Academy of Arts, and one at the Cedar Street Gallery, Khewhok displayed works that
exemplify this maxim. “Of course, you cannot avoid technology; it’s progress, but at the same time … you need to see human beings. That way, I think you can [appreciate] emotion – sometimes that’s very hard now.”
G E T T I N G I N T I M AT E His Academy show, “As It Happened,” was hailed as “an invitation to witness his evolution as an artist,” according to Rui Sasaki, the assistant curator in the Department of European and American Art. In that show, as well as his Cedar Street show, Khewhok’s work exemplified the intimacy and poignancy that is missing from today’s modern, fast-paced lifestyle; something that even photography, for all its virtues, comes up short against in art. His series “Poor Man’s Dream” is a perfect example of art that makes a statement. Inspired by his walks through Chinatown, this series is of U.S. currency bills used as a dialog about “the people
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MONDAY, NOV. 8, 2010
Teddy’s offers good burgers, good times H AIYA SARWAR Staff Writer Although you can’t actually go back to the good old days, you can still go to Teddy’s for a good old burger. The Teddy’s Bigger Burgers franchise is all about giving you a fat, juicy, old-fashioned burger in the classic 1950s diner style. One step onto their racecarcheckered f loors and you’re in for a trip back in time. With the exception of the 21st century people, this little diner truly captures the fifties’ atmosphere with everything from the food to the f lashy memorabilia. The menu is simple and re freshing. It focuses primarily on the burgers, just the way a burger joint ought to. But at the same time, the burgers are anything but simple - their chunkiness and mouthwatering f lavor are representative of gastronomy done right. Their burgers are bigger than the average burger, with the original burger being a 5 oz. baby of tenderness smothered between two classic buns. Some may see this oversized meal as a contributor to American obesity, but some may say bigger butts are definitely the fashion now. And for an even bigger burger, the “monster double” is a massive hunk of beef weigh-
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Teddy’s Bigger Burgers has been a mainstay in Hawai‘i since the first restaurant opened in 1998 near Diamond Head. There are now six locations, including one in Washington and another in Japan. ing over 10 oz. of beef. “What’s not to love, right?” said UH Mānoa student Shary Tanouye. “Teddy’s burger joint is awesomely delicious. I secretly get the kid’s meal because you still get the same great taste at a
Though he attributes his personality and his attitude to his upbringing in Thailand, academically, his work pays tribute to the Renaissance and his Italian schooling. “When I’m doing artwork, it’s more [of an] accumulation of knowledge – it’s more European, but my life itself is more Thai.” Even in his explanation of the synthesis between growing up in Thailand and earning his master’s degree in Rome, the conversation returns to politics and the utility
portion size that satisfies.” Teddy’s also offers specialty burgers, including the Hawaiian Style Burger, featuring teriyaki and pineapple, and the Bandito, a Mexican-inspired burger with spicy jalapeños and cheddar
cheese sauce. The menu states, “All Teddy’s burgers are cooked medium-rare and stacked with Super Sauce, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions and Pickles”, but specialized adjustments can easily be made.
Although most people will flock to Teddy’s for their burgers, their extra thick shakes can make a business on their own. There are not many places that offer an old-fashioned milkshake, but Teddy’s makes them just right. From chocolate to vanilla to strawberry to innovative f lavors like the “dreamsicle”, the shakes are thick and frosty. But the absolute best part about the shakes is that you can turn them into a malt - making the milkshakes even creamier and richer with that extra edge of old-time f lair. Sure, it makes for extra calories, but the indulgence is worth it. For those who have a problem with burgers but insist on going to a burger joint, Teddy’s also has a small selection of delicious sandwiches ranging from the fish sandwich to the veggie burger. All in all, the prices are cheap, with the total cost of a meal averaging less than $10 per person. The burgers and sandwiches come fresh and fast, within 10 to 15 minutes. This is not as fast as a typical fast food restaurant, but these burgers are definitely worth the extra wait. Additionally, it’s just a quick walk from the university, making Teddy’s a great spot for hungry students. “It’s simply one of life’s little pleasures,” Tanouye said. “I’m no burger expert, but many people I know have come to love Teddy’s.”
Artist profile: Sanit Khewhok from page 3
of art in today’s society. “I remember when I was studying in Italy; … [the students] are not only schooled in art history, but [history also]. So that means the art is [placed in a political context] or whatever thing happened in history.” Khewhok’s time in Italy taught him a great deal about the purpose of art and of how it can and, according to him, should reconcile the emotional with the intellectual in his art. “When I stayed in Italy, there was an
accident … the police or some official hit or beat a student. I immediately blamed the police ... an emotional reaction. But my friend said: ‘Sanit, if you look carefully … you have to think [about where] the rule comes from that lets the officer hit the student.’” A major influence in Khewhok’s art comes from the 100 days he spent living as Buddhist monk. While walking through the woods, he created a small sculpture out of a stick. According to Sasaki: “prior to this
moment, Khewhok had felt confi ned and restricted by the academic training he had received in Thailand and Italy.” The stick sculpture led Khewhok to the realization that numerous possibilities lie within art. The scope and depth of the analysis in his work has shaped Khewhok’s art to this day and, combined with his sense of humor, has turned his work into a mesmerizing, intimate series of paintings that show exactly why art is still relevant and why it will continue to be so.
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Ka Leo O Hawai‘i EDITOR LINDSY OGAWA ASSOCIATE MICHAEL BREWER OPINIONS @ KALEO.ORG
MONDAY, NOV. 8, 2010
Missed marching band opportunities A ARON HUNGER Staff Writer
Aloha, A ASUH has voted to allocate money iin its 2010-2011 budget to increase both Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 scholarships provided to students through its ASUH Partial Tuition awards program by 60%. ASUH will be providing students with a total of $48,000 in scholarships this t year, up from $30,000 last year. ASUH understands the difficulties many students are currently facing due to the tough economic times and will continue to implement measures that will ease the burden on students so that financial hardships will not deter students from completing their degrees.
Now that’s real change, Andrew Itsuno President, ASUH Political Science ‘11 University of Hawaii at Manoa
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Slow starts may best describe several things about Warrior football this year. I’m not talking about the team or the coaches but the marching band. A fter doing my undergrad work at a university whose marching band’s identity was tightly bound within the athletic experience, coming to UH and seeing their marching band was a bit of a culture shock. My experiences have been informed by Pac-10 bands, which did a lot in shaping my opinion of what makes a good band. During that time, I also learned that mainland universities’ marching bands’ members are just as competitive, and feel as if they compete against that week’s opposing band. In Hawaiʻi, however, the UH band simply does not get challenged to be better. For good or bad, that factor has shaped the UH band and its members.
T H E BA N D ʼS T H E T H I N G W hether you realize it or not, the band is a crucial part of the collegiate sports expe rience. In terms of football, marching bands are not only a source of entertainment during half time, but draw the fans into game participation. Fan participation (or the 13th man) is essential in allowing student-athletes to be energized and motivated to perform. In layman’s terms, the band’s job is to aid in driving us into a frenzy to support our athletes. Until recently, I was less than impressed by the UH band. However, after losing the Hawaiʻi 5-0 band contest, there seems to be a
new spark under our band to “get it together and perform!” The homecoming halftime show was one of the most entertaining I have witnessed recently. Not so much because of the band’s costumes (with the exception of the young man with the cymbals in the black shorts — just remember there are children at the game) but because someone got it right. The music got the crowd involved. The “YMCA” song had young and old fans alike singing
the band to the “Warrior Marching Band,” and giving the drum major a new stand with a new logo “H” paint job. There’s no need for rainbows since the fl ags have been improved and appear better with the new green, black, and silver colors. Second, coordination with the cheerleaders, wherein drum cadences can be added to cheers. Kickoff and defensive cadence and cheers should be developed. Believe it or not, we get tired of the same four songs played over and over.
Fan participation (or the 13th man) is essential in allowing student-athletes to be energized and motivated to perform. along and making the “YMCA” hand motions. It was fun and really kept the crowd happy and entertained. The pregame has also come a long way and the fi ght song has much improved. Credit must also go to the drum line and tuba corps. In any marching band, know it or not, these musicians have a way of getting the crowd to love them. The tuba corps are the comedians in every band and UH tubas are starting to come into their own. The drum corps is the heart of the fans. When cheerleaders cheer, the drum corps should have unique drum cadences to match the cheers. This allows the fans to get into the music and mood, and it builds the experience. So my congrats to the drum corps who seem to be expanding their collection of cadences and drum beats.
A RO OM T O I M P ROV E With that said I don’t want the band to think that I feel there is no room for improvement. First, let’s get with the Warrior theme. How about renaming
Most importantly, the band needs to play to all four sides of the stadium. Three quarters of the stadium can barely hear the band. Moving around to play to all four sides of the stadium during pregame and half time would be an improvement. This is why it’s a marching band, and not a standand-play band. The north and south end zone fans love the band too, but rarely hear them even in the lower orange seats. With that said, I cannot overstate on how improved the entire UH football experience is becoming. If you still haven’t been to a game, then come experience some of the things that UH is doing that other schools don’t do or aren’t doing as well. The Band, the new Warrior taunt to bring out the UH team, and the new “protect this house chant” are an improvement over the commercials that used to drown out the band. We know the band is operating on fumes for funds, but I hope they continue to hold their heads high and play up.
Ka Leo O Hawai‘i EDITOR LINDSY OGAWA ASSOCIATE MICHAEL BREWER OPINIONS @ KALEO.ORG
MONDAY, NOV. 8, 2010
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Deadlocked Congress
Rep. John Boehner is expected to take over as the Speaker of the House of Representatives on Jan. 3, 2011. REPUBLICAN CONFERENCE/ FLICKR
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The hype is up and the election is over. In case you didn’t hear, the Republican Party took control of the U.S. House of Representatives (239-186), and the Democrats maintained a narrow majority in the Senate (53-46). But the question that I have been bombarded with since Tuesday is: what do these numbers mean? If we remember our seventhgrade civics class, the Government is divided into three branches: Executive (the president), L egislative (Congress), and Judicial (the courts). Congress is then divided into two separate houses: the Senate and the House of Repre sentatives. Congress creates new laws, and the whole process starts
in the House. A f ter the House passes a bill, the term for pending legislation, it goes to the Senate for approval. If both houses of Congress approve the bill, it goes to the president to be signed. If the president re f uses to sign or veto the bill, Congress can override that veto with a t wo -thirds majorit y of both houses. So let us plug in our variables. T he Republicans control the House of Representatives, which means they can create new bills. But then it has to pass through the Democratcontrolled Senate. Finally, it has to be signed by President Obama, a Democrat. No party has a two-thirds majority in either house to force legislation along. The presumed Republican Speaker of the House John Boehner has announced that the first thing on the agenda is to re peal the health care law that just
took effect. The repeal is unlikely once it goes to the Senate. Even if the bill passes through the Congress, President Obama is not going to sign it. W hat we see is that for the next two years, should the current attitude of both political parties continue, the U.S. will have a deadlocked Congress. No new significant legislation will be passed, and the A merican public will be left dissatisfied yet again. Remember last week when it seemed like all anyone was talking about was how dissatisf ied ever yone was in the government and that we needed to change it? Judging by the numbers, it does not seem that anything has changed. It is now our dut y to watch these “new ” people to see if they really can overhaul the government as promised. And if they fail? We vote the bums out.
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Ka Leo O Hawai‘i EDITOR RUSSELL TOLENTINO ASSOCIATE MARC ARAKAKI SPORTS @ KALEO.ORG
MONDAY, NOV. 8, 2010
Rainbow Wahine committed to excel On and off the court, ’Bows looking to leave a mark SEAN M ICHEL Senior Staff Reporter Winning is more than just a game’s end result. While some athletes were home this summer enjoying time off school, the Rainbow Wahine basketball team was right where it left off after last season – on campus. The ’Bows’ 10 returning starters and four newcomers stayed in Hawai‘i during their off-season and trained while taking summer classes. “ The fact that the girls took it upon themselves to stick around and work on their game really says something,” head coach
Dana Takahara-Dias said. “We are returning 10 starters so these girls know one another. But regardless of that, the cohesiveness is there.” The Rainbow Wahine will play their second exhibition match against the BYU-Hawai‘i Seasiders this Thursday at the Stan Sheriff Center at 7 p.m. Admission for University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa students is free with a validated UHM ID. Last week, the ’Bows handily won their fi rst exhibition match against Chaminade 74-34. The Seasiders have not yet played a preseason game this year. BYUH is led by former Kahuku high school basketball coach Hiram Akina, who was named head coach this off-season.
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Ka Leo O Hawai‘i EDITOR DERICK FABIAN COMICS @ KALEO.ORG
MONDAY, NOV. 8, 2010