Jun 01, 2016
Keoki Sousa-Kumu and Kahu
Overview of the Hawaiian Congress that is now forming.

Hawai‘i is under permanent occupation by the United States in violation of the laws of occupation as set forth in the Hague and Geneva Conventions and their subsequent protocols, as well as the United States Supreme Court decision in Neely v. Henkel, 180 U.S, 109 (1901). Federal Recognition of Native Hawaiians as an Indian tribe within Hawai‘i is unlawful as Hawai‘i remains a foreign country to the United States, under both International and United States law, and that the attempt to achieve that aim is a violation of the Hague and Geneva Conventions as an unlawful “regime change” under the laws of occupation.

Keoki is a Hawaiian subject/Hawaiian National following the legacy of my kupuna kahiko to preserve, and perpetuate our culture through ‘ōlelo ( language), cultural practices including mo‘olelo (history), healing (i.e., la‘au lapa‘au, lomilomi and ho‘oponopono) and the restoration of our government (aupuni). We possess all the natural and human resources needed to effect a paradigm shift to abundance and prosperity as an independent nation. It will take compassion and understanding of the wisdom and values of our kūpuna kahiko as well as a clear vision and dedication to provide selfless leadership for all the people of Hawai‘i . I am compelled by nā kūpuna to make a selfless commitment to contribute my knowledge, experience and wisdom to join with other leaders to restore our Hawaiian nation as the best path forward for the benefit of our children and grandchildren.