Region 6 for Abercrombie

Ed Case’s endorsement of Neil Abercrombie for governor, distributed today, probably won’t shake any of the faithful followers of a certain other candidate. For anyone on the fence, however, Case’s thoughtful comments deserve careful consideration. It could be one of the most important and insightful things you’ll read in this campaign. See http://www.designnabi.com/edcase/doc_bin/20100821.pdf.

Two items in the Wednesday morning Honolulu Star-Advertiser are worth a look. One is the lead editorial, “Focus on issues not the mud.” The other is the column by David Shapiro, who can be insightful when he’s not forcing himself to try to be funny: “Politicians need to get over the plantation-era bigotry”.

Pau Hana 2.0 is a statewide virtual coffee hour with Neil Abercrombie to take place August 18, 2010, from 7:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m. The event is an opportunity to get together with friends to talk story, hear from Neil live, and encourage each other to vote early. The “virtual coffee hour” will be web-streamed live to locations across the state. We will hear directly from Neil about his vision for Hawaii and why your active participation in this election is so important. Pau Hana 2.0 can be held anywhere there is high-speed internet connection.

You can find more detailed information about Pau Hana 2.0 and sign up to host a gathering during this event at http://www.neilabercrombie.com/index.php/calendar/host/.

The Region 6 rally for Neil Abercrombie at Mililani Mauka Elementary School Wednesday evening was a great success. More than 150 supporters turned out to enjoy some musical entertainment by the duo Robert and Randy and dine on stew and rice (and kimchee) prepared by Charlotte Nekota while waiting for the main course, the candidate himself.

In addition to a spirited presentation of his vision for the future of Hawai’i and the main issues in the gubernatorial campaign, Neil addressed questions from the audience regarding some of the most crucial issues facing the Islands. Master of ceremonies Al Harrington kept the program flowing and on target.

Another opportunity for Region 6 supporters to meet and talk with Neil is coming up on Saturday, July 31, at 6:00 p.m. in the Kahuku High School cafeteria. Chicken hekka is on the menu.