Dear voters,
How is my candidacy different and unique? Among other things,
1. I am the only candidate who has been willing to give in the candidacy if I can find better quality candidate.
2. I am the only candidate with specific COVID-19 Two track action plan, to control and/or eradicate in Hawaii; so, among other things, Keikis don’t have to wear mask at school.
Last 2 1/2 years of pandemic has revealed lots of flaws in our society.
Especially, pandemic management by the officials was utter failure; and they basically abandoned us since delta invasion. Sadly, Media have been silent and rather in cahoots especially with Josh Green who had caused mass casualties in delta floodgate.
In my Covid two track plan, although tightening our ports with more screening and tests is necessary at the same time, but to control within Hawaii, we want to test everyone altogether, perhaps two weekend days, Friday afternoon and Sunday morning. If not successful, we do it again the following weekends until we eradicate the virus for no case for about 10-14 days for Omicron.
This can be self reported all voluntarily thru mobile app, self isolated if needed, without requiring any lockdown.
2ndly, for travelers coming to the islands, we test them before boarding, and test again following morning after arrival.
If cannot be done before boarding, we test during flight, but mask mandate during the time and until testing in the following morning.
The protocol may be adjusted and changed accordingly as necessary.
And, these methods would become benchmarking and guidelines for possible future invasion by the other variants and microbes.
3. I am the only candidate with specific Media Reform plans. Among others, Journalists Labor Union and Media Mediation Commission for General public.
My plans totally guarantee Media’s 1st amendment, free speech and press.
(But, they may come in only when they make fake news.)
4. I am the only candidate who promote emotional growth among us; and also we want to implement emotional health curricula at our schools.
Hawaii is sick, and we need treatment. Especially, we need more healing from the pain that we have not been consciously aware.
5. I am the only candidate with much bigger picture with more specific plans, in pursuing self-sustainable economic growth.
We are facing stagflation due to pandemic; and boosting economy while diversifying to self-sustainable levels is necessary.
In that, we need to boost transportation; bringing back ferries, making roads like H4, H5 freeways , and connecting Kaena point.
If need quick revenue growth, we may want to bring Las Vegas casino to the islands, but not in Waikiki.
And, affordable housing may not be possible without sufficient revenues no matter how good plans are.
In order to reduce cost of living, we need to sufficiently grow our own foods, make our own goods, produce more cost-effective alternative energy like nuclear power.
As Jones Act alternative, we also want to build US port like in Jonston Island, so we reduce shipping cost to and from Western Pacific regions.
To control ever increasing house price, for example, we want to implement Aloha Score, in addition to FICO score, so non residents cannot buy Hawaii property only with money.
Plz, refer to my plan, Aloha dept and Aloha Court, as well.
We build our own Hawaii nation within Nation.
So, we become independent and interdependent with federal government.
In conclusion, so far, I haven’t found any candidate, who can do better, and also honor and carry on with my plans.
Plz support me, and vote for Richard Kim for your Governor.
Thank you very much.
$100? $300? tax rebate, due to surplus? Especially at this time of pandemic emergency?
Are they out of their minds?
If we have surplus, e.g. we should prepare and invest on infrastructure for future COVID19 variants (and/or other microbial) invasion to our islands. We should also invest and build on our self sustainable economy, which must be among our top priorities, especially because we may encounter (or might have already encountered) economic hardships and/or “Stagflation” soon.
I only feel they may be again trying to drug us just for temporary gratification. Don’t you get the fact that “we are all sick”, not knowing true priorities, especially at this time of pandemic, (e.g. even after unnecessary mass casualties have happened due to their intentional bad policy decisions in handling COVID19)?
When are we going to realize we should invest on our emotional growth, which is also among top priorities?
Aloha.
Mr. Friedrick Hayek.
Economist of my interest at this time of pandemic economy.
Mr. Hayek’s economic theory and philosophy could have helped us to escape the stagflation during the 70’s, which might have also helped in Reagan’s economic policies, (as well as fall of communism as a result).
We may need to reflect his ideas more, at this time of economic dilemma, likely facing stagflation with too much supply of money.
Aloha.
Note: Simply, based on Hayek’s economic theory and philosophy, in (likely) tackling stagflation in this pandemic, my prospective administrations may likely need to give more freedom (e.g. tax breaks) to Hawaii corporations, at least until we get thru such (much) economic hardships, as long as we (they) pursue self-sustainable, diversified economy.
Aloha.
This was posed around Jan 27, 2022 on my fb page.
Why Las Vegas casino hotels in Hawaii?
As we may encounter economic downturn, likely stagflation, due to the several years of pandemic, we need to think what opportunities may be best fit to the current Hawaii situations for quick revenue growth.
Heavily relying on Tourism, Hawaii may not have much resilience in dealing with such economic impact. E.g. If we remember 1918 pandemic, we experienced Great Depression after several years.
If we prepare, we may feel much less, even if it happens.
Hawaii also has generations-long hope of self-sustainable economy with much diversification.
So, if and when bringing back ferries, also bringing, perhaps only tourists accessible?, Las Vegas Casino Hotels at certain area of our islands, may not be a bad idea.
Let’s turn this crisis to many good opportunities for better future of Hawaii.
Aloha.
P.S. (State) lottery may also be a good revenue generating opportunity for such investment (ferries).
[Note: This idea and post is product of Dr. Kim’s intellectual property. Although you may freely quote, you are advised to quote with respect each time, by mentioning his name. If not, you may be liable for any legal damage.]
Repealing Jones Act is not easy, because it provides good security for Hawaii; but unfortunately at the higher cost of living, since cheaper, foreign shipping goods still need to go thru mainland harbors.
If we bring the manufacturing industry to the islands, the cost of living can be much reduced, although we may still need to import the supplies.
But, how ever we try to boost economy with lesser cost, Jones Act may still be an issue.
I now have an alternative practical plan, if Jones Act cannot be totally repealed. (To be revealed later.)
Perhaps, it may require some adjustment? without total repealing, in order to fit to a need of my plan; although I am not sure it can be fully agreeable, especially in Washington, DC. And, it may also require heavy diplomacy.
Aloha.
[Posted on Facebook on July 8, 2021.]
Johnston Atoll?
Yup, if we can’t repeal Jones Act, then we would want to build and develop the Johnston islands as a US shipping port for Hawaii, whose shippings mainly come from Western Pacific regions, like Australia, China, Japan, Korea, etc. (But, Eastern Pacific regions would follow current rules by Jones Act.)
There, things would be done; among other things,
1. Thorough security check and clearance of the ships and containers.
2. Mandatory quarantine, if necessary.
3. Change crews to American crews, per law, if it can be
4. Change flag to American flag, if ship is allowed to move on to Hawaii, without changing to an American ship.
5. If necessary, transfer the contents to an American ship.
Note: If Johnston Atoll is too close to security guidelines by military and government, then look for alternative other location e.g. Midway Atoll?.
More details should be also discussed further.
Aloha.
If elected, I will promote and boost self sustainable and diversified economy, (among the top priorities).
So, I encourage donations, especially from those who would (likely) have the same interests, (if and when I get elected).
E.g. Transportation industry, for example, ferries between islands; construction industry; manufacturing sectors; bankers; agriculture related sectors, etc.
Thanks for your help in advance.
Posted on fb on June 30, 2021
[Note: This is my intellectual property. Although you are free to quote my plan, you (especially, Media) are advised to honor my name, at the same time.
In 2018 election, some candidates and their supporters disrespectfully used my ideas or platforms in their campaigns, without mentioning its original source or my name.
I will denounce them if they use my ideas without respect.
Likewise, I will try to honor other people, if and when I use or borrow their ideas or plans.
If I forget or omit, then plz, let me know. I would correct them accordingly and apologize. Mahalo.]
This is one of my “tentative” plans, for self-sustainable and diversifying economy; although more study and research should be necessary.
We want to develop MOLOKAI as one of the first and main hubs, when bringing back the ferries. Also, we want to bring and develop manufacturing sectors there.
Reasons? Among others,
1. LOCATION!!!
2. To (re)distribute overcrowded Oahu population. (The current infrastructure in Oahu cannot handle the overly crowded current population.)
3. To easily? connect Maui, Lanai, Big Island, (and Kaoolawe). (Sorry, Kauai is located further out there…lol. We would also want to develop Waianae, which is probably in shorter distance with Kauai. )
Also, Ferries should be big enough to carry many cars, too. (Also, gambling may be allowed in ferries.)
Details should be further studied and discussed, since this is only an idea and tentative plan.
P.S. Any advice or discussion is welcome and appreciated.
Thanks.
Media are guilty of, among other things, confusing and dividing us (people of Hawaii), e.g. by overly covering the stories of, like Mauna Kea, Kahuku, Kealoha, etc.
Media have choices of what, who, where, how and how much, when to report; but simply their priorities have been wrong.
Please remember they and their sponsors may (want EASIER to) control (people of) Hawaii thru the status quo of being us continuously divided, (and continuously making and having us depend on them).
If they had truly cared about Hawaii and its people, they should have correctly prioritized (and focused much and more on) Hawaii people’s true health, welfare, and future, e.g. working FIRST on achieving self-sustainable economy, (which might have been the cause of all corruptions), and building ourselves (and keikies), esp.emotionally and mentally.
All Hawaii must stand together and united for Media Reform; (which media and their sponsors truly fear, simply because they cannot easily control us for their ulterior interests and selfish goals).
Aloha.
Knowing the likely origin and cause of our main problems are lack of self sustaining economy and balanced growth; (although it may sound harsh and absurd), the enemy? of State (of Hawaii) may be anyone or anything preventing or against boosting and prioritizing our economy, not only in self-sustainable but only in balanced way.
Aloha.
Note: At the same time, we also need to build ourselves emotionally and internally. In terms of the emotional and mental health of the population, we may need to invest and prioritize on our young(er) generations, e.g. by implementing emotional health curricula in schools.
Many weeks of volcanic eruptions might have greatly affected and damaged tourism in big island.
This is another reason why we need to diversify our economy.
Let us bring manufacturing sectors to Waianae, use Rail also for intra-island goods transportation, and bring ferries back to the islands; and, we need to vitalize our economy in balanced way.
Aloha.
Singapore.
The place where Trump-Kim summit is likely to happen.
But, from his recent misbehavior of abruptly cutting ties again with South Korea, it can be understood, Kim Jong Un might have miscalculated or needed to adjust his strategy on the summit with President Trump.
But, because of the misbehavior, Kim may be currently not in good position at the negotiating table with President Trump; (if the meeting happens as scheduled).
Regardless, I wish a great success on the Trump-Kim summit.
However, Singapore may and can become a good model, e.g. for Hawaii’s future balanced economic growth; although more study and research may be needed, especially due to our sociopolitically different system, e.g. we are a part of USA.
(And, I like the fact that Singapore may be one of the industrialized countries with the lowest corruptions, esp. in government.)
Aloha.
The more I think, I feel, Hawaii needs the more and better boosting the economy in a balanced way.
Legislators may often struggle to increase revenue and/or allocate limited budget. And, fundamentally, our sociopolitical corruptions may somehow be related to this.
They may often want to increase tax revenue by putting more burdens on people, simply speaking, if they can find anything or everything to impose tax on.
It means we need to boost our economy, so that we can also increase our tax revenues in more and diverse areas; so, legislators can have more breathing space in their decision making.
In that, relying heavily on tourism may not be good or enough. And, sometimes, I see some good inteligent people reluctantly stay in the tour industry due to lack of job opportunities. This is the waste of our (potential) resources.
And, relying heavily on fed and military for revenue increases may also need more diplomacy, and there may be no guarantee, esp if the diplomacy fails.
And, if we want to reduce unnecessary lobbyists activities and ridiculously unfair legislations on people in Hawaii politics, then we may need to find more options or alternatives from the current revenue methods.
In that, boosting our economy in balanced way, e.g bringing manufacturing industry and/or more diverse economic activities may be crucial and necessary. Furthermore, it may also be needed for our sustainability.
Aloha.
Democratic socialism may not be necessarily bad; but many people may be concerned, e.g. how (state) government can generate more money for social service and people’s welfare.
In that, boosting our economy in Hawaii way, not too dependent on fed for our financial support, may be crucial.
In other words, we may need to find ways to correctly raise necessary taxes, (if any), while maximizing in having support from fed.
Simply, if we can boost our economy in balanced ways, then we would be able to increase much more of our (state) government tax revenues for social welfare, redistributing our wealth, properly and in the correct and better way.
Aloha.
Ms. May,
Thanks for your comment.
I agree; we want to save our environment and keep our state from any pollution.
But, we may need to think of our unbalanced economy, over 7000 homeless people (the highest per capita), ever rising living costs, getting over populated, rail, high taxes, etc.
Because of these, we may need to explore all possible options, and vitalize our economy in balanced way.
And, because our people’s lives are too important to ignore, we may need to PRIORITIZE, while doing our best in saving our environment as much as we can.
I know you may not like the idea.
As a medical professional, I know sometimes poisons may and can become medicine, if properly used. And, dogmatically speaking, since we are situated in the middle of the ocean, the environmental negative impact due to our prospective balanced economic growth, may be relatively small.
I promise I will do my best to preserve our environment as much as we can, while working on the projects.
I hope you understand better.
Aloha.
Who may not like the idea of inter-island ferries?
One example. Hawaiian Airlines, possibly due to conflict of interest.
But, if we can find a way to help the Hawaiian Airlines, e.g. sharing interests on the ferries, may be a good solution for the possible conflict.
I will consider and try to help them as much as I can, exploring all other options and benefits for them, in lieu of their prospective possible loss.
Aloha.
Energy Reform?
Two days ago, I met a man who suggested having nuclear power plant; since he said we have continuous presence of nuclear submarines here in Hawaii and one submarine can sufficiently provide energy that whole island can use.
It may not be a bad idea.
(We can also think of utilizing our natural energies like solar, wind, and water. And, we should study what may be more feasible, esp. costeffectively.)
If nuclear power (plant), then, the first thing I can think of is “safety”. But, having constant presence of military and nuclear equipments may not give an added risk to us.
There may be other factors we may have to think; among other things,
If so, HECO may need to change, although they may not like the idea. But, e.g. if we can give them significant management rights and support on the prospective nuclear plant, then they may accept the idea.
Reduction in energy costs are very imperative in boosting our economy, esp. if we bring manufacturing sectors for balanced growth.
More studies and conversations with fed and people related in the industry may be necessary.
Aloha.
If we plan and can utilize more, better, and frequent maritime transportation, we can possibly implement e.g. allowing gambling on the inter-isand ships (offshore? gambling), to help fund or offset their costs, esp. if they may need to spend more money on e.g. large ships, frequent schedules, etc, at the beginning, (when it is not cost effective).
This is just an option, we can think of.
Aloha.
How about bringing and building manufacturing sectors and jobs in Waianae area, and utilize Rail for intra-island transportation of the goods?
Note: I am for Rail ONLY because it already started (and may need to utilize it for as much, possible).
First, I will do Forensic Audit on Rail, if I get elected; then, plan accordingly.
How about more freedom, but more controlled freedom?
Ever since the statehood in 1959, Hawaii have enjoyed economic prosperity but, probably much unevenly, e.g. due to ever shrinking middle class.
One reason may be due to our heavy depedence on Fed.
From Fed’s stand point, Hawaii might have played a significant role, e.g. in its strategic and georaphical importance. And, Tourism.
But, in return, we might have relied too much on their help, e.g. government funding.
However, our many local politicians might have been focusing more into local (micro?) issues than participating in macro economic policy issues involving Hawaii, leaving them more to Fed. As a result, we might have lost our control, esp. in economy.
As much as we rely on Fed financially, we may need to develop our own way to economic independence.
Simply, we need to control and grow our own economy in Hawaii way, e.g. especially due to geopraphic location.
As long as we can and try to follow and communicate with Fed, we should have all freedom to grow our economy in our own way.
I call it more controlled freedom (on economy); e.g. more diversified economy and for sustainabilty.
(And, we should be self sufficient or sustainable, in case we become isolated e.g. due to some emergencies in the mainland.)
We have population of 1.5 million; and, it may grow more. We need balanced economic growth and sustainability.
In that, bringing manufacturing jobs and sectors to Hawaii economy should be good and necessary; although there may be some compromise, expected in natural environment. (Please, remember Priorities; choice of better evil?..)
Aloha.
Note: E.g. We may need to utilize our maritime transportations more efficiently, e.g. bringing back interisland ferries, for the purpose of promoting and/or revitalizing our economy thru more frequent traffic and balanced utilization of the lands as well as redistribution of polulation and wealth.
Grassroot Institute – Low Unemployment Rate Masks Unhealthy Hawaii Economy?
I (want to) agree with you (although not all), (but, I don’t have any scientific basis), since I feel and see many local small businesses already closed or struggling to survive.
Note: And, we may need (more) diversification, e.g. bringing manufacturing sectors, for balanced growth and sustainability.
Civil Beat – Pesticides Level Below Standard?
Simply, (among other things), the study may have to be redone and independently by a third party agency, who does not have any conflict of interest on the matter and related issues.
(If and when I get elected),
More likely,
We want to bring back our “interisland ferries” (or more frequent and better utilization of current maritime transportations).
Among other reasons,
1. To facilitate businesses between islands.
2. To evenly grow economy between islands.
3. To help sustainability.
4. To (re)distribute wealth between islands.
5. To diversify and balance economy between islands.
6. To help create more jobs beween islands.
7. To help (re)distribute polulations.
8. To help promote transportation of more goods between islands.
However, we may need to carefully assess the feasibility, esp. by checking (and balancing) conflict of interests.
Mahalo nui.
Keyword: Vitalize economy.
If elected as Governor, one of my primary focuses may need to be on balanced growth in economy. In that, diversification of the economy, e.g. bringing in manufacturing industry, may be necessary.
I know it is a controversial issue; but some compromise in natural environment may be necessary, while not neglecting in searching for alternatives or other options; but at least to reach the goal of our self-sustainability. (I know it may sound silly or insulting; but probable negative impact on environment, due to e.g. bringing manufacturing industry, may not be as much, thanks to our geographic location, which is in the middle of the ocean; as long as we can try to help maintain current level of our natural environment, e.g. for tourism.)
But, unless we diversify and improve our economy, and not relying too much on federal government, our future may not be bright. And, fundamentally, our sociopolitical issues and corruptions may also be correlated to this fact.
Let us work on improving and diversifying our economy for balanced growth.
Aloha.
Keywords: Diversification and balanced growth, Inter-dependence with Fed.
My reply to Mr. Ian Koski, who wrote “Economic reform. Energy reform and agriculture reform!” on Richard Kim for Governor.
“I have also been thinking about your stated reforms, which may be very necessary for our self-reliability and sustainability.
On Energy and Agricultural reforms, Gov. Ige might have been talking about them. So, I will study more about his plans, and consider if they may need more or major changes, (if and when I get elected).
On Economic reform, we (People of Hawaii) may need to have some consensus, because balanced economic development may possibly require us to sacrifice some, if not much, of natural environment; since we may need to implement e.g., some manufacturing jobs and industries, at least, for our self sustainabilty. (Fyi, our islands’ population might have grown about 50% for 30? years or so. We may need to plan and prepare for more population growth.)
I will survey and consider cautiously; since, without some sacrifice of natural environment, we may not achieve our balanced economic growth and sustainability…
These can be further discussed, later, e.g. in legislature.
Once again, mahalo nui.”
Well,
One main reason may be the national security issue.
The question is how hard for Hawaii politicians to push and convince the Fed, even if they want to address the issue in Washington, DC..?
At least, they should demand more of compensations if Fed is not willing to repeal or reform; (esp. whenEVER we encounter prospective economic hardship due to the Jones Act, while actively working toward our balanced economic growth).
Until we get the reform or repeal, however, we should continuously pressure Fed. (At the same time, we may need to continuously find a way to assure or reinforce the national security.)
Grassroot Institute: Hawaii Politicians are missing the boat on Jones Act Reform – Hawaii Free Press