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PRESORTED HaWaII FILIPINO CHrONICLE STANDARD 94-356 WaIPaHU dEPOt rd., 2Nd FLr. U.S. POSTAGE WaIPaHU, HI 96797 PAID HONOLULU, HI PERMIT NO. 9661 2  hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  JULY 2, 2016 EDITORIAL FROM THE PUBLISHER Publisher & Executive Editor t’s now July which means the Charlie Y. Sonido, M.D. Congratulations to hot summer is in full force. The Publisher & Managing Editor weather here in paradise has Chona A. Montesines-Sonido St. Anthony’s Kalihi been hot and humid of late, so Associate Editors Dennis Galolo | Edwin Quinabo take extra precautions, stay hy- ne hundred years is a long time to be doing any- I Contributing Editor drated and avoid venturing out if Belinda Aquino, Ph.D. thing—much less serving as a beacon of light and at all possible during the hottest times of the Creative Designer hope for the community. But that’s exactly what St. day. Speaking of summer, Philippine Air- Junggoi Peralta Anthony Catholic Church in Kalihi has done for the lines is warning travelers of unscrupulous travel agents. Turn Photography past century. The church’s pastoral staff and mem- Tim Llena to page 3 for a few reminders on how to avoid becoming a vic- O Administrative Assistant bers of the congregation have dedicated their lives tim. Shalimar Pagulayan to meeting the emotional and spiritual needs of parishioners Our cover story for this issue is about St. Anthony Church Columnists with a wide range of ministries and outreach programs. The in Kalihi which recently celebrated its landmark100th anniver- Carlota Hufana Ader church is located in Kalihi Kai, an older, blue collar community Emil Guillermo sary (see page 4). Much of the church’s longevity can be cred- Ruth Elynia Mabanglo, Ph.D. that is home to many immigrant families and lower income ited to the efforts of scores of volunteers from the Parish Ron Menor households. The church also runs St. Anthony School, which J.P. Orias Pastoral Council, the Knights of Columbus, St. Anthony’s Fil- Pacita Saludes currently serves children in kindergarten through the eighth ipino Catholic Club and 20 or so other organizations that are Reuben S. Seguritan, Esq. grade. The school provides not only a good education but also Charlie Sonido, M.D. either Filipino-led or youth-based. These unsung heroes toil Cong. Mark Takai teaches moral values and Christian living. anonymously behind the scenes and do whatever is needed to Emmanuel S. Tipon, Esq. Although the majority of St. Anthony’s members are Fil- Felino S. Tubera ease the load of the parish leadership. Such tasks range from ipino, there are also other ethnic groups represented—Samoans, Sylvia Yuen, Ph.D. cleaning rooms and assisting during mass to administrative re- Hawaiians, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese and lately Microne- Contributing Writers sponsibilities and event planning. As the old saying goes: sians. But its look and feel are much like a Catholic church in Clement Bautista “Many hands make light work.” Best wishes from the Chron- Teresita Bernales, Ed.D the Philippines, which explains why many Filipinos flock to St. Rose Churma icle for another successful 100 years! Anthony. Filipinos are a deeply religious people and a good part Serafin Colmenares, Jr., Ph.D. In other news, the 3rd Rizal Youth Leadership Institute was Julia Crowley of that devotion is to their local church. Filipinos’ religious faith just completed. Dozens of youth learned about the Philippines’ Linda Dela Cruz has deep historical roots that can be traced back to three cen- Fiedes Doctor national hero and how his ideals are still pertinent to life in the Danny De Gracia, II, MA turies of Spanish occupation and the spread of the Catholic faith. 21st century. Organizers of the two day event held at Leeward Carolyn Weygan-Hildebrand It is said that Spaniards conquered the Philippines with the Amelia Jacang, M.D. Community College hope that the young participants will carry Caroline Julian sword but captured the people’s hearts with the cross. on Dr. Rizal’s calls for leadership and take greater personal Raymund Ll. Liongson, Ph.D. St. Anthony celebrated its 100th anniversary with a special Federico Magdalena, Ph.D. pride in being a Filipino. Read more on this event on page 6. mass on June 12. The fact that this Catholic Church on Puuhale Deborah T. Manog On a much lighter note, if you need a little more laughter Maita Milallos Road has thrived over the past 100 years is a testament to the Paul Melvin Palalay, M.D. in your life, consider seeing Filipino comedian Rex Navarette incredible dedication of its early parishioners who toiled anony- Renelaine Bontol-Pfister live in person at the historic Hawaii Theatre on July 30. His Seneca Moraleda-Puguan mously doing the Lord’s work. Today’s parishioners enjoy what Lilia Q. Santiago, Ph.D. last two shows in Hawaii in 2012 and 2013 were sold out, so they have today simply because they have stood on the shoul- Jay Valdez, Psy.D. buy your tickets early. For more details and ticket information, Glenn Wakai ders of giants—men and women of faith who heeded the call of turn to page 3. Amado Yoro God in their lives to reach the lost and dying of their world. Con- Philippine Correspondent: In closing, thank you once again for your faithful support. gratulations to St. Anthony Kalihi on its Centennial Celebration. Greg Garcia I encourage you to read the informative articles in this issue May the next century bring many more blessings and the con- Neighbor Island Correspondents: and to also email us at: [email protected] with tinued favor of the Lord. Big Island (Hilo and Kona) story ideas, suggestions or concerns you may have. We would Grace Larson | Ditas Udani love to hear from you! Kauai Millicent Wellington Until our next issue…aloha and mabuhay! Maui Taking Aim at Gun Control Christine Sabado Big Island Distributor Grace Larson | Ditas Udani n June 12, 50 people were killed and dozens more Kauai Distributor injured in a murderous Orlando, Florida nightclub Amylou Aguinaldo rampage. The shooter, an American-born man who gun owners should be allowed to continue using their guns for Nestor Aguinaldo had pledged allegiance to ISIS, used an AR-15-type sport, hunting and self-protection. While it is uncertain whether Jimmy Iloreta any legislation would prevent mass shootings, there are some gun Maui Distributor O assault-style rifle. In the aftermath, politicians re- Cecile Piros newed calls for stricter gun control laws. Congres- control ideas that make common sense and should be considered, Molokai Distributor sional Democrats later held a day-long sit-in on the House floor such as advocating for safer, “smarter” firearms that can only be Maria Watanabe in a push for a vote on two pieces of gun control legislation— fired by authorized users, passing laws that allows firearms to be Oahu Distributor Yoshimasa Kaneko one for expanded background checks and the other for restrict- removed in domestic-violence situations and promoting the use Jonathan Pagulayan ing gun sales to terror suspects. The sit-in lit up social media of safer gun storage—which reduces theft of and access to lethal Advertising/Marketing Director but failed to spur legislative action. If the deadliest mass shoot- firearms. What is needed first and foremost is an outright ban on Chona A. Montesines-Sonido ing in U.S. history was not enough to enact meaningful gun con- all assault weapons and on large-volume ammunition magazines, Account Executives along with a more thorough and enhanced national background Carlota Hufana Ader trol legislation, it’s hard to imagine what possibly could. J.P. Orias On the flip side, gun rights advocates say efforts to curb ac- check system. The Hawaii Filipino Chronicle is published The bottom line is that gun violence in America has claimed weekly by The Hawaii Filipino Chronicle Inc. cess to firearms simply does not work. Despite a strict ban on and is located at 94-356 Waipahu Depot, guns in all school zones, campuses are still deadly targets for far too many innocent lives. The time for change is now, yet par- Waipahu, HI 96797. Telephone (808) 678- 8930 Facsimile (808) 678-1829. E-mail fil- mass killings. Gun supporters also point to the fact that the one tisan gridlock in Congress continues to block any meaningful so- [email protected]. Website: www.thefilipinochronicle.com. Opinions place where shootings in the U.S. don’t take place is at police lutions to gun violence. Let’s not wait for yet another mass expressed by the columnists and contribu- tors do not necessarily reflect those of the stations because any person wishing to inflict harm on a large shooting before we realize that gun violence is out of control. Hawaii Filipino Chronicle management. Re- production of the contents in whole or in part group of people will not target a place where they know every- is prohibited without written permission from one is armed. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION the management. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. The answer lies somewhere in the middle. We believe that Floral arrangements on the photos that appeared on page S6 of our Wedding & Bridal Supplement, June 25 issue, U.S. SBA SmAll BUSineSS JoUrnAliSt AwArdee there is a reasonable middle ground which both limits and pro- memBer, Society of ProfeSSionAl tects our Second Amendment rights in fairness to all. Lawful were designed by Passion roots. JoUrnAliStS JULY 2, 2016 hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  3 OP-ED Why We Must Build the Rail System from West Oahu to U.H. Manoa

to future generations who ex- streets to building a rail system, next 150 years. We must finish UH Manoa will be connected pected their leaders to help deal tax payers will always be pay- what we have started, and not to UH West Oahu; Leeward By Senator Will Espero with the growing traffic conges- ing for their transportation in- let another generation of lead- Community College will be tion on our roads and to find al- frastructure to deal with a ers do the job we know we connected to Honolulu Com- n the next 50 ternatives to riding in a car. The growing population and grow- should have done. munity college; Ala Moana years, Oahu’s rail transit system is one of the ing economy. A weak and in- Building the rail transit Shopping Center will be con- population could needed options for commuters, adequate transportation system system is about planning and nected to Pearlridge Shopping have an addi- and more importantly, a manda- would hurt the economy and be preparing for the future. Frus- Center and Ka Makana Alii tional 500,000 tory component to successfully a detriment to business and tration due to the rising costs is mall in Kapolei. Kailhi will I people living on create transit-oriented develop- commerce. expected. But keeping costs have a direct connection to our island. ments (TODs). Expanding the general ex- down is paramount, and audi- Waipahu and Kapolei will have Where these individuals live, TODs will transform Oahu cise tax to complete the rail tors should be watching, and a path to Kakaako via the rail. work, and play will determine as communities are built system may be necessary. A where necessary, questioning West Oahu to Waikiki will be a the quality of life for all us. The around the rail system. High half percent dedicated to future costs at all times. more compfortable trip as well. rail transit system is a signifi- density housing along the rail transportation costs on Oahu The rail transit system is The rail transit corridor will cant project for the planning and will provide tens of thousands could be a wise decision, as our also about mobility and build- bustle with activity and be the growth of our population. Thus, of families with homes. Entre- crumbling sewer system is an ing an efficient seamless trans- place to engage with Oahu’s it would be short-sighted to preneurs will have countless example of how not investing portation system that will residents. The need for parking change the original rail plan and opportunities to provide prod- resources in a particular area include feeder buses, bicycles, and getting gas will decrease stop the construction at Middle ucts and services. Restaurants can lead to expensive repairs and other transportation op- for many, and the ability to Street, only to re-evaluate the and retail establishments will and improvements down the tions. Investing in rail now will travel with minimal disruptions situation and see what to do do well along the rail. Govern- road. save billions of dollars in the will be available. The renais- next. That is a bad idea which ment offices and non-profits Investing in a rail system is future as usage and demand in- sance of Honolulu has begun, will only add billions of dollars will also benefit as the rail sys- the right decision which will creases, and as transit-oriented and the Honolulu Authority for to future rail costs. The original tem provides a steady number garner positive benefits. An developments prosper benefit- Rapid Transportation (HART) plan to build the rail system to of customers and consumers. option to commute on a mod- ing all Oahu residents. will play an integral role in the Ala Moana Shopping Center Providing the transporta- ern high-tech train will be a One day thanks to the rail, success of this new era. and eventually to U.H. Manoa tion infrastructure for Oahu’s convenience for many. Mil- must move forward and be residents is a daunting and ex- lions of tourists exploring Oahu completed as soon as possible. pensive task. From building will use the rail. Future gener- To do less would be an injustice new roads to repairing existing ations will use the rail into the HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS

PAL Issues Scam Alert to them by their agent. Passen- led passengers into believing gers should also verify the sta- Passengers that actual tickets were issued tus of all bookings and tickets ith the busy sum- against existing PAL flight by calling PAL reservations mer travel season bookings when no such ticket toll free at 1-800-IFLYPAL. Win full swing, issuances were made. PAL urges those who have Philippine Airlines officials Passengers are advised to fallen victim to unscrupulous are reminding passengers to transact only with well-known agents to report the matter im- beware of unscrupulous travel agents who have a proven in- mediately to the police and agents. One such travel dustry track record and to Better Business Bureau for ap- agency was found to have mis- check the documents given to propriate action. Comedian Rex Navarrete Returns Seinfeld, Bruce, Allen, Rock, to Hawaii Theatre Pryor and Murphy. Our strug- omedian extraordi- gles become our comedy,” he naire Rex Navarrete says. Cwill appear live at the Navarrete has appeared historic Hawaii Theatre Center alongside national headliners on July 30, 2016 at 7 pm. He George Lopez, DL Hughley will be joined by special guest and Paul Mooney, among oth- David Lee. ers, and is a household name Though much of in Filipino American homes. Navarette’s material is geared He has released four comedy toward a Filipino audience, his albums since 1998. “Badly comedy, touching as it does on “Look at the comedy tra- Browned” (1998) and “Husky universal themes and strug- ditions of Jewish and African Boy” (1999) are bestsellers on gling underdogs, resonates American comics which are the Classified Records label with all audience members. now the mainstream through (continued on page 10) 4  hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  JULY 2, 2016 COVER STORY St. Anthony Kalihi Celebrates 100th Anniversary By Dennis Galolo

n 1916, Albert Einstein pre- sented his “Theory of Gen- eral Relativity” to the public, Coca-Cola bottles I hit store shelves and the first blood transfusion was successfully done using refrigerated blood. On the economic front, a loaf of bread cost 7 cents, a car was $400 and a house could be purchased for $5,000. St. anthony Kalihi’s Centennial Celebration mass on June 12 drew a standing room only congregation Locally, Hawaii Volcanoes swelled to nearly 1,000 for a as well as a packed parking lot. the church is located in Kalihi Kai, a blue collar community which is National Park was established, special 9 am Centennial Mass home to many immigrant families. legendary ukulele maker Celebration. Vicar General Fa- Church member Leeza Ag- had saved enough money to beautiful pews were made from Samuel K. Kamaka began ther Gary Secor celebrated the paoa says it felt good to be a begin his humble building proj- walnut wood. making the instrument as a mass, which recognized the part of the Centennial Celebra- ect. Father Ulrich commuted hobby in his Kaimuki base- following day’s Feast of St. tion, especially knowing the daily from the Downtown Educating the Masses ment and perhaps most impor- Anthony of Padua. history of the church and the Honolulu rectory at the Cathe- As Kalihi’s population tantly, St. Anthony’s Church After the mass, parish- countless hours of service and dral of Our Lady of Peace to grew during the early decades held its first ever mass in the ioners later enjoyed festivities numerous sacrifices that mem- serve parishioners in the Kalihi of the 20th century, Father Hu- heart of Kalihi. at Dole Cannery’s Pomaikai bers throughout the past cen- Kai area. bert noticed that most of the Fast forward 100 years Ballroom where there was tury made to reach the lost and However, the church’s parishioners lacked basic edu- later to June 12, 2016. "St. An- good food, entertainment, serv- to uplift one another. roots extend farther back to a cation and that some of them thony's Kalihi is celebrating its ice awards and the recognition “We’re able to celebrate time before the parish was were employed as plantation Centennial Anniversary with of parish ministry volunteers today because of the selfless ef- canonically erected. The year workers and manual laborers. the theme "100 Years: Growing and organizations. The pro- forts of those who came before was 1840 when Brother Calix- Moved with compassion, he in Faith, Hope and Love." Be- gram included the coronation us,” says Agpaoa. “Everyone tus rented the use of a store and made plans to open a parish tween 400-500 people usually of the Centennial Court—Cen- who has served in ministry has built an altar to celebrate Sun- school, giving birth to what is attend the Sunday 8:30 am tennial Queen Luzviminda Ba- played a part in making St. An- day Mass, marking the early now known as St. Anthony’s mid-morning mass but on that clig-Ramelb, Princess of Faith thony what it is today.” history of the Catholic faith in School. particular morning, the church Norma Jacinto, Princess of The June 12 Centennial the community. The church On September 28, 1928, was packed. According to one Hope Justine Pitpit and Mass is one of three main was consecrated St. Anthony’s St. Anthony’s School wel- estimate, the congregation Princess of Love Beth Pisbe. events planned throughout of Padua by Msgr. Libert H. comed its first enrollees in 2016 by church organizers. On Boeynaems, Vicar Apostolic of grades 1 and 2, totaling 130 January 10, a special 9 am the Hawaiian Islands. students. Two Maryknoll nuns mass was held and presided by Father Ulrich was replaced initially served as teachers and Bishop Larry Silva. It was fol- by Father Hubert Nijs after his administrative staff until they lowed by the St. Anthony resignation in 1927 due to an were joined by five more nuns. Kalihi Fair and its historical- illness. This time, Father Hu- A two-story convent was even- cultural theme that featured en- bert stayed in a rectory cottage tually built for the sisters to tertainment, food booths, near the church and became the save travel time from their res- games and cultural shows. first resident priest. idence near Punahou School. The third event is set for The original wooden Inspired by a vision to November 20 when the church church was razed decades later bring quality education to will host a Song Fest featuring in 1967 to make way for a con- parishioners, Father Hubert various choir groups from crete, domed structure with a continued expanding the other parishes, as well as St. semi-circular floor plan. The school and improving the con- Anthony. new edifice was consecrated on vent. He built a new three-story August 25, 1968 by Msgr. John school next to the new rectory Humble Beginnings J. Scanlan, Bishop of Hon- in 1947 before he was replaced St. Anthony’s Church olulu. Architect Ray Akagi’s as the parish priest in 1950 by started as a wooden edifice in design included a mosaic de- Father Maurice Coopman, who 1916 with a seating capacity of picting the baptism of Jesus by worked hard to erase the debt about 400. It was built by its John the Baptist and with from building the school and first parish priest Father Ulrich stained glass windows showing rectory. Father Maurice retired Taube who ran a collection important events in the history due to illness and was replaced drive for five years before he of the parish and diocese. The (continued on page 5) JULY 2, 2016 hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  5 COVER STORY (from page 4, ST. ANTHONY...) by Father Anselm Ernest Gou- veia in 1962. In 1971, the Congregation of the Religious of the Virgin Mary (RVM) assumed the teaching duties at St. Anthony School. In 2006, the Sisters of St. Paul of Charters came to St. Anthony to continue the Catholic education standards set by the Maryknoll and RVM sisters. Members of St. anthony Kalihi’s Centennial Court smile for the camera. (from left): Princess of Faith Norma Jacinto, Princess of The Church Today Hope Justine Pitpit, Princess of Love Beth Pisbe and Centennial Located at 640 Puuhale Queen Luzviminda Baclig-ramelb. Road in the residential and gardless of ethnicity, is encour- Romy Cachola, who is the (from left): deacon Keith Cabiles, Bishop Larry Silva and Father commercial/industrial district aged to serve such as the Youth State House Representative for arnel Soriano officiate the special June 12 Centennial Celebration mass. of Kalihi, St. Anthony is per- and Young Adult ministry; Be- the area, serves as a member of fectly positioned to reach some reavement ministry; Outreach the Hospitality Ministry which 62,000 residents in the area, ministry; Music ministry; Eu- welcomes and provides assis- most of whom come from im- charistic ministry; Altar servers; tance to parishioners. His wife, migrant families. Arts, Floral and Decoration Dr. Erlinda Cachola runs a Father Arnel Soriano, MS, ministry; Hospitality and Ush- nearby clinic and is a lector a member of the Missionaries ers ministry, and Lectors and with the Ministry of the Word. of Our Lady of La Salette, is Commentators ministry. The Cacholas say that St. the current pastor of St. An- For long-time member Anthony is a welcoming parish thony Parish. He has been at Myrna Ella Agustin, St. An- that treats parishioners from all the parish since July 4, 2015. thony feels “just like home.” ethnic backgrounds as one big “St. Anthony Church So much so that she continues family and is also a place of Kalihi is an active and vibrant to attend services despite mov- refuge from the storms of life. Catholic community, in praise ing to Waipahu from Kalihi in “There are so many diffi- dr. Erlinda Cachola and State rep. romy Cachola have attended St. anthony Kalihi for the past 38 years. and service to our Lord and 1991. She has attended other cult challenges and hardships Savior, Jesus Christ,” says Fa- churches but finds herself in life,” says Romy. “The thrive for the first 100 years. “I believe one of the rea- ther Soriano, an ordained priest drawn back to St. Anthony. church provides a sanctuary “Inspired by the good sons why St. Anthony has sur- for 11 years who is originally “It’s a place where I feel and relief from their hardships. works of St. Anthony, the vived for so long is the close from Ramon, Isabela, in the like I belong, ”says Agustin, Our faith in God gives us the parishioners will continue to family ties that exist, particu- Philippines. who is a member of the Min- strength to deal with these build a community of faith, larly with first, second and Weekday masses are held istry of The Word (lectors). challenges of life and putting hope and love for God,” Aczon third generation immigrants at 6:30 am, Mondays through “My whole family enjoys at- ourselves in God’s hands says. who bring their children to Fridays. There is a Wednesday tending St. Anthony.” brings us peace of mind.” Romy Cachola says St. church, who in turn will bring mass at 6 pm and a 7 am and 6 Agpaoa has attended the Anthony will continue to meet their children to church,” he pm mass on Saturdays. On church for as long as she can The Next 100 Years the needs of its parishioners says. “This tradition has sur- Sundays, masses are held at remember. Reaching its Bicentennial and the community for the next vived over the generations and 6:30 am, 8:30 am and 10:30 “I grew up at St. Anthony Celebration will require the 100 years and beyond. will continue.” am. There are also Ilocano and and was baptized here when I church to build up the next Visayan masses held on the was a baby,” she says. “It’s the generation, particularly the first and third Sundays of the parish that we came to as a youth and young adults. Ag- month, respectively. family while growing up in paoa says the church is doing The church’s parishioners Kalihi.” just that with a host of min- and pastoral staff are constantly Agpaoa currently serves in istries including the Young working to meet the spiritual, the Religious Education, Wor- Adult Ministry that meets emotional and physical needs ship Commission, Faith For- every Tuesday and has Faith of the masses with its numer- mation and Family Life Sharing. Young adults are en- ous outreach programs for the ministries. One of her favorite couraged to participate and get community’s poor, homeless things about the church is lis- involved in parish activities and less fortunate. tening to the homilies which and ministries. St. Anthony’s doors are help her to relate better to life. There are also various open to residents of all ethnici- “I also enjoy attending St. Diocesan activities for youth ties throughout lower Kalihi. Anthony’s because of the sense and young adults. Parishioners are predominantly of family,” she says. “The Youth and Young Adults is Filipinos. However, there are parishioners support and care one of the initiatives of the other ethnicities represented in- for one another. It’s a close knit Diocesan Plan Stewards of the cluding Samoans, Hawaiians, church where everybody Gospel, Agpaoa says. Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese knows each other.” Director of Music Ministry and lately Micronesians. Another family that attends Cora Aczon, who has attended The Samoan Choir sings St. Anthony are the Cacholas St. Anthony since 1995 along during the Sunday 10:30 am who first started going to the with her family, says dedicated mass. St. Anthony has different services 38 years ago and con- parishioners and pastoral staff ministries wherein everyone, re- tinue to be faithful members. have enabled St. Anthony to (from page 5, DONNA ...)

6  hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  JULY 2, 2016 HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS KOR-Hawaii Holds 3rd Rizal Youth Leadership Institute By Serafin Colmenares Jr., KGOR and Raymund Liongson, KGOR as “Spaghetti Tower” which total of 71 partici- focused on goal-setting and pants registered for problem-solving. the recently con- Lunch followed, during A which Dr. Belinda Aquino cluded 3rd Rizal Youth Lead- ership Institute held at the gave a talk on the topic Student Lounge of the Cam- “Rizal’s Relevance in Today’s pus Center of the University of World.” She considered Rizal Hawaii-Leeward on June 18- as a man who was ahead of his 19, 2016. The event was time and focused her talk on jointly sponsored by the Rizal being a feminist and a Knights of Rizal-Hawaii champion of women’s rights Chapter, the Rizalian Youth as exemplified in his “Letter to Council (Kabataang Pangarap the Young Women of Malo- ni Rizal or KAPARIZ), the los.” Her talk was followed by Philippine Consulate General, state anthems by Keasha characterizing the former as a of the Rizalian Youth Council the final student activity the National Commission for Yanes and Rossi Patton, the novel of love and hope, while (KAPARIZ), Consul General “Community Building,” deal- Culture and the Arts, Aikea- invocation given by Sir describing the latter as a story Gina Jamoralin, and KOR- ing with resourcefulness and Unite HERE Local 5, Philip- Richard Ancog and the wel- of despair and death. This was Hawaii Chapter Commander initiative. pine Airlines and the come address by Philippine followed by a short musical Sir Mario Palma. This was fol- Kit Zulueta, who flew all UH-Leeward Philippine Stud- Consul General Gina slide-show on Rizal’s final lowed by the installation of the the way from Maui, then gave ies Program. Jamoralin, a one-hour docu- poem, Mi Ultimo Adios (My new set of officers of the Ka- a presentation on the topic The two-day event was mentary film titled Buhay ng Last Farewell). Sir Dr. Ray- bataang Pangarap ni Rizal by “Where are the Youth—the designed to educate our youth Isang Bayani (Life of a Hero, mund Liongson then con- Consul General Gina Rizalian Challenge.” She em- about the life and works of Dr. dubbed in English) was ducted a classroom activity on Jamoralin—Andrea Lyn phasized that there is a Rizal Jose P. Rizal and to instill in shown. the topic, Rizal and Education, Mateo, president; Michelle in each one of us that is wait- them the ideals and principles It was followed by a panel focusing on the education and Kate Baon, vice president; ing to be awakened and gave of the Philippines’ national presentation and discussion mis-education of Filipinos. Czarina Galario, secretary; them the charge of stirring up, hero. Student participants led by Sir Geminiano Arre, Jr. The day ended with a presen- Rodleene Tangonan, treasurer; letting out and developing that came from various middle and (who talked about Rizal as a tation by Sir Clement Bautista Fritzie Acob, assistant treas- Rizalian spirit within them. high schools as well as col- young man), Sir Randy Cortez on the topic, Rizal’s Rele- urer; Christine Alonzo, audi- Prizes, in the form of leges on Oahu, including (who looked at Rizal as a stu- vance to the Filipino Diaspora tor; Desiree Pagal, public Rizaliana books donated by Kalani Middle School, dent) and Rose Churma (who (or, So Who is this Guy, information officer and Rey- the National Commission for Waipahu High School, Far- presented Rizal as a renais- Rizal?). He pointed out that ginson Sagayaga. Culture and the Arts, were rington High School, Kalani sance man). Student attendees, time and distance from the Sir Dr. Jun Colmenares given to the winners of the stu- High School, Kapiolani Com- organized into five groups, motherland are key in deter- then gave a presentation on the dent activities, including the munity College and the Uni- then participated in a “Who is mining Rizal’s relevance to topic Rizalian Leadership “Who is Rizal?” contest. The versity of Hawaii-Manoa. Rizal?” contest (patterned Filipinos living outside the Qualities, revolving around books were Leon Ma. Guer- Based on feedback from par- after the show “Who Wants to Philippines. the three core aspects of lead- rero’s “The First Filipino” and ticipants, the hands-on youth be a Millionaire?”) which, ership: character, competence Rizal’s “Political and Histori- leadership training program after 21 questions, ended up in The Second Day and action. cal Writings,” “Reminiscences proved to be a very stimulat- a tie for two groups. The fun The second day started The second day was pri- and Travels” and “Correspon- ing, educational and fun expe- contest was electronically pre- with a simple commemoration marily focused on hands-on dence with Fellow Re- rience. pared and conducted by Sir of the 155th birth anniversary youth leadership activities. formists.” Dr. Raymund Liongson. of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, which was These activities were deter- The activities ended with The First Day After a sumptuous lunch, done right inside the student mined, organized and led by the drawing of a round-trip The first day focused on Dr. Patricio “Jojo” Abinales lounge. An ecumenical prayer members of the KAPARIZ. ticket to Manila donated by getting to know Rizal. After gave a very engaging and en- was given by Sir Alex Vergara, The first student activity was Philippine Airlines. The lucky the presentation of colors by tertaining, talk about Rizal’s followed by floral offerings on an ice breaker—“Networking winner was 12-year old mid- the Knights of Rizal, the two novels, the Noli Me Tan- the bust of Dr. Rizal by or Not Working”—with par- dle school student Polo singing of the national and gere and the El Filibusterismo, Michelle Baon, vice president ticipants getting to know one Jamoralin. another by introducing them- The closing ceremonies selves as they throw a ball of followed with the awarding of yarn around in the process certificates of attendance and “connecting” with each other. the closing remarks by KOR- The participants were then Hawaii Chapter Commander organized into groups and par- Sir Mario Palma. The emcees ticipated in several group ac- for the two-day event were tivities that taught aspects of Michelle Baon and Reyginson youth leadership. The first Sagayaga of the KAPARIZ. group activity was titled The Knights of Rizal- “Caterpillar” and emphasized Hawaii Chapter, the Rizalian teamwork and communica- Youth Council, and the Philip- tion. The next activity featured pine Consulate General look the “Spider Web” and dwelt forward to another successful on trust and responsibility. Rizal Youth Leadership Insti- Then followed what is known tute in 2017. JULY 2, 2016 hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  7 CANDID PERSPECTIVES Islamophobia? How About Filipinophobia? Filipinos Know the Politics of Fear from my own. Romel shared I see my job as using facts that getting by, their being accus- ent but similar white perps. with me the story of Apo Be- connect us to our feelings. As tomed to getting less did not As we approach July 4th nigno, a sakada who was in- I tweeted last week, I don’t endear them to the white holiday and the so-called By Emil Guillermo strumental in building support care about the footnotes of his- males in American society. “Friendship Day,” let’s re- s the memory of for the plantation strike of tory. I care about the blood They saw Filipinos as men (ra- member it was not always a Orlando fades, a 1946. He was from the same that runs through it. tios were at 14-1, male-to- high nor altruistic road that got new act of ter- province as my dad. Only he From my perspective, female) who would not just us to that point. rorism erupts in made a difference on the plan- that’s the kind of story that’s take all the low-paying jobs But it’s part of our history. Turkey. In the tation. worth telling. but the available white women And if we keep learning and A dull moments in That’s the power of story- So here’s my story: I am as well. re-learning it, it may keep us between, Great telling and it’s why I’ve em- the son of a child of American The result was a virulent as a society from repeating the Britain, no longer great, voted barked on mission to get Imperialism. My father was anti-Filipino sentiment that re- old mistakes in the current po- to exit the EU and the U.S. people to tell their stories pub- born in Ilocos Nortre in 1906, sulted in violence, lynchings litical environment. Supreme Court blocked Presi- licly. In Hawaii, people “talk the year the first sakadas went and racist legislation. Califor- In the meantime, invite me dent Obama’s expansion of story” all the time. But there’s abroad to Hawaii. By the time nia led a dozen states in the to Hawaii to talk story so we immigration for undocument- a real cultural movement at the my father was old enough to passing of anti-intermarriage can learn and connect with eds. moment through forums like opt out of the Philippines in laws. And then in Congress, each other as American Fil- The world is in fear of it- story slams and on public 1928, there was one other the fear of Filipinos was so ipinos. Romel Dela Cruz from self. It’s a good thing I was in radio shows like “The Moth” choice besides Hawaii for a strong, the Tydings-McDuffie the Big Island liked it. It a historical haven, where I to get people to reveal stories young man from Ilocos. My Act was passed in 1934 that would be a great honor to help could look at the past and try that show how connected we dad took it. He skipped Hawaii stripped the American from bring out, hear and listen to the to learn not to repeat it. Amer- are to one another in the time- and went straight to America. the Filipinos’ status. From stories that are inside us all. ican Filipinos, after all, know line of history. That was my father’s American National, Filipinos the politics of fear. FANHS started out as route, as it was for many of the like my dad became simply EmiL gUiLLErmo is an I was at the Filipino Na- mostly amateur historians. But American nationals who Filipino Nationals, subject to award-winning journalist and tional Historical Conference in in time, a second generation would take the Dollar Steam deportation. commentator who writes from New York on June 24, where I became legitimate academic Ships eastward to California. You hear about Chinese Northern California. He re- met a Romel Dela Cruz from historians, which was part of But the America they and Japanese Exclusion laws. cently won the 2015 Dr. Hawaii. I first met Romel, a the goal. But it’s still mostly found wasn’t’ the Roaring This was the Filipino Exclu- Suzanne Ahn Award for Civil loyal Hawaii Filipino Chroni- about letting people know Twenties of flappers, Babe sion Law. And all of it is due Rights and Social Justice from cle reader, at the 2006 Sakada more about us. The best parts. Ruth and horn-honking motor to the politics of fear. It’s back the Asian American Journal- Centennial in Honolulu. The important parts. Most all cars. It was one of loneliness, in style. New villains. Differ- ists Association California. I frankly didn’t quite un- the parts often seem lost, neg- fear and xenophobia. derstand the significance of lected, unremarkable—but That’s the story I tell in ADVERTISE NOW AND SEE the sakadas before I arrived only because we haven’t both- my new one man show where that year. 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ISAH Officers ISAH was organized on locos Sur Governor Ryan Tourism Director Michael February 27, 1977 for the pur- Luis V. Singson will be the Ryan Atsom and Provincial pose of working together to re- Iinstalling officer and guest Trade and Investment Admin- build communities here and in speaker at the Ilocos Surian istrator Cara Michelle Peredo. Ilocos Sur, developing leader- Association of Hawaii (ISAH) Singson and his staff will ship and partnering with ISAH installation of officers and di- be in Hawaii and the mainland unit member and Filipino rectors for 2016-2018. to promote tourism, trade and community organizations on a The event, scheduled for investment to Ilocos Sur as the variety of service projects and August 14, 2016 at the Hon- region prepares for its 200 programs including feeding olulu Country Club, includes a year anniversary celebration the homeless, adopt-a-park, dinner and program in connec- February 1-3, 2018. The adopt-a-highway, medical and tion with ISAH’s 39th an- Worldwide Ilocos Surian homecoming missions, the niversary. Grand Reunion will be held in Mrs. Ilocos Surian Pageant Singson’s entourage in- Vigan City, one of the New 7 and the President Elpidio cludes First Lady Patricia Wonder Cities and the UN- Quirino Leadership and Hu- Savellano Singson, Provincial ESCO World Heritage. manitarian Award. 8  hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  JULY 2, 2016 PHILIPPINE NEWS FULL TEXT: President Duterte's Inaugural Address from www.philstar.com Thursday, June 30, 2016

ANILA, Philip- whom they elected to public pines — Ro- office. [applause] drigo Duterte There are many amongst took his oath of us who advance the assessment office as the that the problems that bedevil M country's 16th our country today which need president on to be addressed with urgency, Thursday. are corruption, both in the high In his 15-minute inaugural and low echelons of govern- address, Duterte veered away ment, criminality in the streets, from profanities in citing the and the rampant sale of illegal public's concerns. He particu- drugs in all strata of Philippine larly stressed the need to re- society and the breakdown of store the public's faith in law and order. True, but not ab- government. solutely so. For I see these ills Here is the full text of the as mere symptoms of a virulent speech provided by the presi- social disease that creeps and dent's news desk. cuts into the moral fiber of President Fidel Ramos, sir, Philippine society. I sense a New Philippine President rodrigo duterte takes his oath of office administered by Supreme Court as- sociate Justice Bienvenido reyes. His youngest child, Kitty, holds the Bible copy handed down by his salamat po sa tulong mo mak- problem deeper and more seri- late mother. malacañang Photo Bureau ing me President; President ous than any of those men- Joseph Ejercito Estrada; Senate tioned or all of them put which were allocated for the plause] – these are words serve as the foundation upon President Franklin Drilon and together. But of course, it is not use in uplifting the poor from which catapulted me to the which this administration shall the members of the Senate; to say that we will ignore them the mire that they are in. presidency. These slogans were be built. Speaker Feliciano Belmonte because they have to be I have seen how illegal conceptualized not for the sole “The test of government is and the members of the House stopped by all means that the drugs destroyed individuals purpose of securing the votes not whether we add more to the of Representatives; Chief Jus- law allows. and ruined family relation- of the electorate. “Tinud-anay abundance of those who have tice Maria Lourdes Sereno and Erosion of faith and trust in ships. nga kabag-uhan (real change). much; it is whether we provide Associate Justices of the government – that is the real I have seen how criminal- Mao kana ang tumong sa for those who have little.”- Supreme Court; His Excel- problem that confronts us. Re- ity, by means all foul, snatched atong pang-gobyerno (this is Franklin Delano Roosevelt lency Guiseppe Pinto and the sulting therefrom, I see the ero- from the innocent and the un- the direction of our govern- [applause] members of the Diplomatic sion of the people’s trust in our suspecting, the years and years ment).” [applause] And from (Abraham) Lin- Corps; incoming members of country’s leaders; the erosion of of accumulated savings. Years Far from that. These were coln I draw this expression: the Cabinet; fellow workers in faith in our judicial system; the of toil and then, suddenly, they battle cries articulated by me in “You cannot strengthen the government; my fellow coun- erosion of confidence in the ca- are back to where they started. behalf of the people hungry for weak by weakening the strong; trymen. [applause] pacity of our public servants to Look at this from that per- genuine and meaningful You cannot help the poor by No leader, however strong, make the people’s lives better, spective and tell me that I am change. But the change, if it is discouraging the rich; You can- can succeed at anything of na- safer and healthier. [applause] wrong. to be permanent and signifi- not help the wage earner by tional importance or signifi- Indeed ours is a problem In this fight, I ask Congress cant, must start with us and in pulling down the wage payer; cance unless he has the support that dampens the human spirit. and the Commission on us. [applause] You cannot further the brother- and cooperation of the people But all is not lost. Human Rights and all others To borrow the language of hood by inciting class hatred he is tasked to lead and sworn I know that there are those who are similarly situated to F. Sionil Jose, we have become among men.” to serve. who do not approve of my allow us a level of governance our own worst enemies. And [applause] It is the people from whom methods of fighting criminal- that is consistent to our man- we must have the courage and My economic and finan- democratic governments draw ity, the sale and use of illegal date. The fight will be relent- the will to change ourselves. cial, political policies are con- strength and this administration drugs and corruption. They say less and it will be sustained. Love of country, subordina- tained in those quotations, is no exception. That is why we that my methods are unortho- [applause] tion of personal interests to the though couched in general have to listen to the murmur- dox and verge on the illegal. In As a lawyer and a former common good, concern and terms. Read between the lines. ings of the people, feel their response let me say this: prosecutor, I know the limits of care for the helpless and the im- I need not go into specifics pulse, supply their needs and I have seen how corruption the power and authority of the poverished – these are among now. They shall be supplied to fortify their faith and trust in us bled the government of funds, president. I know what is legal the lost and faded values that we you in due time. and what is not. [applause] seek to recover and revitalize as However, there are certain My adherence to due we commence our journey to- policies and specifics of which process and the rule of law is wards a better Philippines. [ap- cannot wait for tomorrow to be uncompromising. [applause] plause] The ride will be rough. announced. You mind your work and I But come and join me just the Therefore, I direct all de- will mind mine. [applause and same. Together, shoulder to partment secretaries and the cheers] shoulder, let us take the first heads of agencies to reduce re- “Malasakit;” “Tunay na wobbly steps in this quest. quirements and the processing Pagbabago; Tinud-anay (real) There are two quotations time of all applications, [ap- nga Kausaban(change)” [ap- from revered figures that shall (continued on page 14) JULY 2, 2016 hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  9 ASK A DOCTOR

More importantly, with FALLS Are the Most Common Fatalany injury to the elderly pa- tient, often end-of-life plan- ning is not in place. It is not Unintentional Injury in Hawaii uncommon that family mem- nosed, and undertreated. is also significant. The hip is bers do not know the health- Falls is the most common the most commonly fractured care wishes of their elderly by Maria R. Ver, MD fatal unintentional injury in and is a very painful injury. loved ones. Therefore, in the Hawaii. This accounts for The death rate is high at one event of a severe injury, this ur population nearly 21,000 ER visits and year (20-40%) because of the puts a strain on the families continues to 2,700 hospitalizations each complications of immobility, and healthcare team when it age. By 2030, year. 75% of the victims are which includes blood clots, comes to decision-making, as the Centers for aged 65 or older. On average, pneumonias, pressure ulcers, the wishes of the patient is not Disease Control 85 seniors die yearly. About urinary tract infections, and known or documented. This O (CDC) esti- 9,000 patients are treated in other complicated infections. causes the patient to stay in mates that there the ER, and nearly 2,000 are Orthopedic surgeons are ag- hospital longer, and perhaps will be 70 million people, in hospitalized. Interestingly, gressive to fix hip fractures to have treatments that the pa- which 19.5 million will be 5.3% of our elderly patients decrease pain and promote tient may of not wanted in the over 80 years old. By 2050, fall from stairs, steps, or esca- early movement. Even with first place. 22% of the population will be lators. 3.7% fall from beds. surgery, having a hip fracture Because a simple thing elderly. Trauma in the geriatric But strikingly, the majority are increasing the risk of further has a high disability, as 40% like a fall can be deadly to our population is unique as they ground level falls at about functional decline, loss of in- of patients are unable to walk elderly family member, pre- have different healthcare 30.3%; this includes falling dependence, and death. independently after the frac- vention of falls is very impor- needs. 33% of trauma dollars from standing such as tripping Falls can cause life-threat- ture. Elderly people have tant. There are four simple fall are spent on elderly patients, on a rug or cords, or slipping, ening injuries and are very thinner skin, and often are on prevention tips for seniors: as care costs three times more. etc. 40% of people fall again morbid. Often seen are brain blood thinners. Therefore, the 1) have your medica- Elderly patients are less likely in six months after discharge bleeds, fractures, and skin skin can bruise very easily tions reviewed. Sometimes to be injured, but more likely from the hospital and 15% are tears. Over 30% of traumatic causing skin tears, that can medications can interact with to die. The mechanism is not readmitted. One year after in- brain injuries are from older progress to complex wounds each other, causing dizziness often as impressive as the jury, patients lose the equiva- adults. Having a brain bleed and infections. Often, there is or other symptoms contribut- presentation, injuries, or the lent of one activity of daily has a death rate of 30-85%. a delay to seek treatment of ing to falls. outcome. Often in the setting living (ADL) (eating or walk- Elderly patients have longer these wounds. Treatment 2) have your eyes of trauma, geriatric patients ing independently, brushing hospitalizations and slower re- often requires frequent spe- checked. Often, elderly pa- are undertriaged, underdiag- hair, putting on clothes, etc.) covery. The risk of depression cialist visits. (continued on page 10) 10  hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  JULY 2, 2016 HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS Satellite City Hall Opens at

Kapalama Hale Since intermittent delays in service ity officials recently opened the are expected during the first few days, Satellite City Hall facility at Ka- customers with convenient access to Cpalama Hale, located at the for- other Satellite City Halls may consider mer Sprint building at the corner of utilizing those facilities. Other Satellite Dillingham Boulevard and Alakawa City Hall offices will be operating nor- Street. mally, including at Fort Street, Ala The hours of operation are from 8 Moana, and Pearlridge. For more infor- am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. mation on alternate locations, go online Services provided include motor vehicle to: www.satellitecityhall.com. registration, real property tax payments, The Satellite City Hall at Kapalama water bill payments, spay/neuter certifi- Hale is the first City office to occupy cates, disabled person’s parking permits, the new facility. Other City offices, in- TheBus pass sales, voter registration, cluding the Driver Licensing Center at fireworks permits and bicycle, moped City Square, will follow shortly. and dog licensing. By consolidating offices from mul- Kapalama Hale features the city’s tiple leased spaces into a single loca- new AlohaQ push-notification queuing tion, City officials hope to realize system, designed to reduce wait time for significant cost savings over time, while customers. To learn more about AlohaQ, also providing an upgraded service lo- please visit www.AlohaQ.org. cation for customers islandwide.

(from page 9, COMEDIAN....) and have earned high praise by listeners pine vocalist, Regine Velasquez. Navar- across the country. These successes rete also holds the distinction as the were followed by comedy albums “Bas- most celebrated stand-up comic to per- tos” (2001) and “Live at the Cobb” form to multiple sold-out shows in (2010). Navarrete debuted his live com- Manila, Hong Kong, Singapore and edy DVD “Hella Pinoy” in 2003. Australia since 2002. He currently tours North America, Navarette’s last two shows in appearing in major venues in Los Ange- Hawaii in 2012 and 2013 were sold out. les, New York, Seattle, Montreal, Tickets are $22 for general admission Toronto and Vancouver. He regularly and $32 for premium seating. Call 528- appears in Manila and has ventured into 0506 or go online to: www.hawaiithe- Germany, Austria and Switzerland, atre.com. For more information, call sharing the bill with renowned Philip- Jed Roa at 479-6004.

( ASK-A-DOCTOR from page 9, FALLS ....) tients have problems with vision or see threatening injury or illness, but we can the world darker, which can contribute try to prevent them with healthy living to falls. Lighting in the house may need practices. to be brighter. Hawaii is one of the few states with 3) make your home safe. Loose a Falls Prevention Plan. For more in- carpets and rugs should be secured. formation on falls prevention, please Cords and clutter should be kept away. visit the Hawaii Department of Health Skids should be placed on slippery website: http://health.hawaii.gov/in- floors. Consider installation of grab juryprevention. bars in the bathroom etc. I cannot stress the importance of 4) stay active and exercise. This talking to your loved ones about their helps to improve balance for walking health care wishes. In our culture, this and bracing falls. Don’t be afraid to use can be seen as taboo, however, this canes or walkers when needed. Tai Chi conversation should not wait until our is one of the activities that is known to loved ones are very sick. This conver- improve strength and balance. Senior sation should start when our family activities are also good ways for mak- members are healthy and able to make ing new friendships. decisions about their own care. Take I cannot stress the importance of the initiative and start this conversation talking to your loved ones about their today. It is also important to discuss health care wishes. In our culture, this this with your family doctor. Again, we can be seen as taboo, however, this cannot predict a life-threatening injury conversation should not wait until our or illness, but we can try to prevent loved ones are very sick. This conver- them with healthy living practices. sation should start when our family members are healthy and able to make maria r. Ver, md is board-certified general sur- geon. She serves as the Trauma Medical Director at decisions about their own care. Take Pali Momi Medical Center in Aiea, HI which is a the initiative and start this conversa- Level 3 Trauma Center. She is also an active member tion. Again, we cannot predict a life- of the Philippine Medical Association of Hawaii. JULY 2, 2016 hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  11 FEATURE Marion Louise Seiler Donegan— Mother, Wife and Lifelong Friend by Christine Sabado

ecently I began a book on character entitled the “Road to Character.” The main message of R the story is how come the people of the 1930s and 1940s were so different from our current “selfish, it’s all about me” cul- ture. The gist is simple—they were humble, compassionate and almost selfless individuals. “It’s all about me” never ap- Members of the donegan and Sabado families pose for plied and they all possessed group photo. some form of “character.” ried soon after and honey- voured every edition and made Half way through writing mooned in a ‘teardrop’ trailer a note that on the next trip we the book, I realized this is my and drove to Yosemite. Their would go to Canyon De Chey mom. I do not have time to pictures show they were so or Sedona. Most often we share all the unspoken, quiet much in love and “gaga” for camped. Along the way were acts of kindness and charity she each other. the Navajo Catholic missions performed. We could be here So here we are 68 years and often she packed bags of Marion Louise donegan circa July 1947 all day, honest! later, I can tell you this without clothes as donations. She was really smart. Kind hesitation that they were eter- Her next job was in the closely followed Dr. Martin thumbtacks secured the four of “scary’ smart if you know nally committed and devoted to 1960s when again she was Luther King and she and I corners. Our dinners were what that means. She attended each other. After my sister ahead of her time. She opened would stay up late to hear his never boring. We could talk Mother Seaton High School Kathy and I married and started a special pre-school for profes- speeches. It seems minor now, long after the dishes were and later Notre Dame For Girls our own families, they traveled, sional working parents at the but then it was revolutionary, cleared about the world and in the East. She majored in went on cruises and truly en- Brethren Church in Downtown especially in Glendale. I do be- just look at the map. I am cer- speech and drama. Later in life, joyed wonderful life…always Glendale. Her agenda at that lieve the marriages my sister tain my love for books and his- she returned to college and de- together. time was radical—it would be and I have today are as solid as tory was born then. cided she wanted to be fluent in Her working career integrated. Later this would they are because of her vision. Daddy was not only a pho- speaking French. Trips to Paris spanned many venues. She was transition into a Project Head Vacations became better tographer but could build many followed, so she could practice the full time executive director Start site. It was perfect timing and she convinced dad that things. He actually built a color her new skill! She loved it! of the Glendale Girl Scouts and since in January 1964, Presi- Hawaii was on the map. We al- TV before they first came out. She and her mother in the in the summer, we escaped the dent Lyndon B. Johnson de- ways had a large National Ge- We may have had the first one late 1940s boarded a Grey- summer California heat and clared a war on poverty in his ographic map on a wall. Red (continued on page 15) hound bus that was destined drove the San Bernardino free- State of the Union speech. out west, from Baltimore to way to where she would be the Soon, mom was the director in California, the “Golden State.” camp director of Camp River Glendale. As always, she gave What an adventure that must Glen in the San Bernardino 150 percent to her work. have been! I remember she told Mountains. Many will remem- It was the beginning of in- me with wide amazement that ber my mom by her camp name tegration and she was deter- she realized that this was not a “Si” (pronounced Sai). My sis- mined that Glendale would be movie when she saw a real ter and I went to Girl Scout integrated. What a pioneer! Her cowboy with a 10-gallon hat camp almost every summer. courage and character were in- and chaps board the bus some- Mom loved stargazing and I re- fectious. She had opposition where in the desert. She said member sitting in the dark on a naturally but fought hard and “Chrissie, it was so real!” mountain top as her finger the school remained opened. Once settled in Glendale, traced the sky, pointing out all Eventually, she ran Head start her Mother, my nanny, encour- the constellations. She knew in Los Angeles County. She aged her to join the Young them all—Casio Peo, the Milky was convinced that if children Catholic Club. She resisted at Way… I was mesmerized and had an “inter-racial” experi- first and then went to a dance in awe and impressed how she ence they would never grow up at Holy Family school hall and knew all these wonders. to be prejudice. At this time, it was magic. She met as she Real, not working vaca- she had my sister and I attend told me “the most handsome tions, soon came as we grew summer camps called Brother- man in the room.” As my sister older and my parents’ favorite hood and the like. If Glendale tells the story, he said at that journey was Arizona. My dad could not provide an interra- time “I am going to marry loved photography and I re- cial, intercultural experience, you.” Well you already know member they subscribed to she would go find one. Re- the rest of the story…they mar- “Arizona Highways.” They de- member it was the 1960s. She 12  hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  JULY 2, 2016 PHILIPPINE NEWS Philippines One of Asia’s Most Unhealthy Countries – “Scores in the Philippines in the region, Internet and Unless parents and Study have practically remained smartphone use are growing schools promote exercise and by Ted Torres static,” Isaac said in a press rapidly and social networking restrict screen time, there will Wednesday, June 29, 2016 presentation yesterday. “It re- is extremely popular among be challenges to the younger ceived a score of 63 in the those who are online,” he said. generation’s health. ANILA, Philip- 2011 survey and 61 in the Adults in the Philippines There are very high levels pines – The Philip- 2013 survey.” spend 1.1 hours a day on the of concerns about many health Mpines is still one of The Philippines has not Internet for non-work pur- conditions, all much higher the unhealthiest countries in only remained below the re- poses, much lower than the re- than the regional averages. Asia, lagging behind India, gional average of 64. gional average of three hours. The main health concerns Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam “Eighty percent of adults However, those who are heart disease, having a and Sri Lanka. in the Philippines are not re- spend time online are aware of stroke, diabetes, respiratory Based on a survey by pan- ally satisfied with their Unhealthy eating habits its negative impact on health: illnesses, being Asian insurance giant AIA health,” the author said, are common as 84 percent of less time for sleep (48 per- bedridden/wheelchair bound Group, the Philippines scored adding that the survey was those surveyed said they tend cent), less time for exercise and cancer. 61 out of 100, below the re- conducted face to face with to eat while distracted, 81 per- (46 percent) and bad for their A significant number of gional average of 64. It is tied 764 Filipinos. cent admitted to eating un- posture (47 percent). adults admit to having con- for ninth overall with Korea, Forty-four percent of healthy snacks between meals Fifty-two percent of Fil- cerns about mental well-being India and Singapore. adults are overweight due and 71 percent had their din- ipino adults even admit to such as Alzheimer’s/senility, The Philippine American mainly to insufficient exercise ners close to bed time. being addicted to spending anxiety and depression. Life and General Insurance and poor food habits, but only “Attempts to eat healthier time online, slightly lower “But despite their many Co. (Philam Life) is an AIA 25 percent would like to lose are still restricted to the basics than the regional average of 57 health concerns, only 50 per- subsidiary. weight. of drinking more water and percent. cent had a medical checkup in Intuit Research director Seventy-four percent of eating more fruits and vegeta- Currently, 30 percent of the past year, down in fact Thomas Isaac said that the adults claim to exercise regu- bles,” Isaac lamented. Filipino parents admit their from previous years (58 per- Philippines actually ranked larly. But on average, adults in The survey cemented fears children don’t get enough ex- cent in 2011 and 54 percent in lower this year compared with the Philippines exercise only that Internet addiction will ercise and 22 percent said their 2013). Employers should help similar surveys in 2011 and 2.1 hours a week, lower than emerge as a modern day threat children do not get enough their employees get health 2013. Hong Kong-based Intuit the regional average of three to healthy living. sleep. Too much time spent checkups, including giving Research was tapped by AIA hours and well below what “Though Internet adoption watching TV, playing video them sufficient time off to do to undertake the regional sur- most experts would recom- is still lower in the Philippines games or being online are the so,” the AIA survey said. vey. mend. relative to some other markets main culprits. (www.philstar.com)

was scrapped in the Senate by Cable Cars Eyed to Ease Metro Traffic Sens. Francis Escudero and by Jess Diaz “I also want a cable car line along EDSA, in the early businessman Robert So- Sergio Osmeña III. Wednesday, June 29, 2016 linking Makati and Santa Rosa part of the administration of brepeña, who also controlled The two senators said they (in Laguna),” he said. president-elect Rodrigo the failed College Assurance did not believe that the pro- ANILA, Philip- He said there are studies Duterte. Plan, a pioneer in the industry posed buyout would solve the pines – Incoming showing that a cable car system “We have to identify who selling educational and memo- ownership and maintenance Mtransportation sec- could be built in one-and-a-half really owns MRT-3 – who op- rial plans. problems of MRT-3. retary Arthur Tugade is appar- years. erates it. Ownership and main- However, 80 percent of The outgoing administra- ently thinking out of the box to “One car can carry up to 35 tenance issues will be resolved the Sobrepeña firm’s bonds or tion has procured about 80 train resolve the traffic crisis in passengers,” he added. in our first 100 days,” he said. debt instruments are held by coaches for the EDSA line after Metro Manila. Tugade pointed out that These issues have plagued state-owned Landbank and successfully fighting off a tem- “We are seriously studying aside from being a transportation the EDSA rail line during the Development Bank of the porary restraining order ob- the possibility of putting up mode, a cable car could serve as entire six-year term of Presi- Philippines (DBP). In fact, the tained by the Sobrepeña group cable cars in Metro Manila, a vehicle for sightseeing. dent Aquino. two banks have majority rep- from a Makati court. particularly in the Pasig City He also vowed to resolve The government operates resentation in the company’s Many of the coaches will area,” he told ABS-CBN News the ownership issue plaguing the line, which is supposedly board of directors. be delivered this year and next yesterday. Metro Rail Transit 3, the rail owned by MRT Holdings of But the Sobrepeña group year. insists that Landbank and DBP Tugade did not say how he do not own or control MRT-3, would resolve the EDSA rail since ownership is different line’s ownership issue. from indebtedness. He said he would try to To finally settle the owner- bring back Sumitomo as the ship issue, President Aquino maintenance provider of the fa- and Transportation Secretary cility. He said he also plans to Joseph Emilio Abaya proposed build rail systems in the Bicol in 2014 that the government region and in the Visayas and buy out Sobrepeña and other Mindanao. private investors. As for the airport conges- Aquino had included P65 tion problem, Tugade said the billion in the then proposed international airports in 2015 national budget for the Manila and Clark “can co- buyout, but the appropriation exist.” (www.philstar.com) JULY 2, 2016 hawaii FiLiPino chronicLE  13 LEGAL NOTES Fight for DAPA/DACA To Continue

the US before becoming 16, Court is a setback for immi- Despite SC Ruling have continuously resided grants and their families but from June 15, 2007 to the immigrant rights advocates present, are either in school, are vowing to continue the By Reuben S. Seguritan have graduated or completed fight. They are urging the De- high school or a general edu- partment of Justice to seek a mmigration was cation development (GED) rehearing. If this is not at the forefront of certificate, or are honorably granted, then the case will go very significant discharged veterans of the US back to the district court for a events last week. Coast Guard or US Armed decision on the merits. If the I On June 23, the Forces and have not been con- district court decides to strike United Kingdom victed of a felony can benefit down the initiatives, the gov- voted to leave the European reform bill. DAPA and DACA the injunction. Thus, the case from DACA. The expanded ernment could appeal the case Union and immigration con- were meant to ease the threat found its way to the Supreme DACA eliminated the age re- all the way to the Supreme cern was a major factor. Mean- of deportation of more than 4 Court. quirement and pushed the ar- Court again. while on the same day, here in million undocumented immi- DAPA would temporarily rival date to January 1, 2010. Immigrant advocates are the United States, the Supreme grants. defer deportation for those Since its implementation also continuing to lobby the Court deadlocked on Pres. After Obama announced who have a US citizen or LPR in 2012, DACA has resulted in US Congress to pass immigra- Barack Obama’s immigration these immigration initiatives, son or daughter as of Novem- the improvement of the lives tion laws that would keep initiatives. Texas and 25 other states filed ber 20, 2014 and who have and economic conditions of families united and benefit the The Supreme Court’s a lawsuit in the district court continuously resided in the US over 700,000 young people economy. evenly-divided decision in the claiming that the expanded since January 1, 2010 but with who were granted work per- case of United States v. Texas DACA and DAPA violated the no lawful immigration status. mits, obtained access to public rEUbEn s. sEgUriTan has means that the lower court de- “take care clause” of the Con- As long as they had no crimi- universities and scholarships, been practicing law for over 30 cision against the Deferred Ac- stitution. They also argued nal convictions and have years. For further information, you and opened a bank account, may call him at (212) 695 5281 or tion for Parents of Americans that the initiatives were not in passed a background check, among others. log on to his website at www.segu- and Lawful Permanent Resi- accordance with immigration these undocumented immi- The ruling of the Supreme ritan.com dents (DAPA) and the expan- laws and violated the Admin- grants could benefit from sion of the Deferred Action on istrative Procedure Act (APA). DAPA. Child Arrivals (DACA) stays. The district court judge issued DACA, on the other hand, Pres. Obama introduced a preliminary injunction was first introduced by the De- DAPA and DACA expansion blocking the implementation partment of Homeland Secu- in November 2014 following of these policies. rity (DHS) back in 2012. the failure of Congress to pass On appeal by the govern- Those under 31 years old on a comprehensive immigration ment, the Fifth Circuit upheld June 15, 2012, have arrived in PHILIPPINE NEWS Noy Signs 4 New Laws Before Exit by Delon Porcalla percent VAT exemption which will promulgate the necessary Wednesday, June 29, 2016 was the objectionable feature guidelines for the new law. ANILA, Philip- of the enrolled bill when it was The law also declared pines – Two days first submitted to the President Sept. 25 as “National Day of Mbefore he steps and vetoed in the 15th Con- Respect for Centenarians” as down from office, President gress,” according to Presiden- part of the annual Family Aquino signed four new laws, tial Communications Week celebration from Sept. including a measure that gives Operations Office Secretary 19 to 28. P100,000 to centenarians. Herminio Coloma Jr. Aquino also signed the The Centenarians Act of All Filipinos who have National Bureau of Investiga- 2016 (Republic Act 10868) turned centenarian in the cur- tion Reorganization and Mod- recognizes the centenarians’ rent fiscal year shall be ernization Act (RA 10867) rare gift of longevity and their awarded a plaque of recogni- which, according to Coloma is contributions to the country’s tion and a cash incentive by “a SONA-enunciated initia- communities. their respective city or munic- tive” and a “product of inter- The measure provides that ipal governments in appropri- agency consensus building.” Filipinos who reach the age of ate ceremonies. He also signed the Batanes 100 years old, whether resid- The LGU concerned shall Responsible Tourism Act (RA ing in the Philippines or determine the amount of the 10866) and the Mayor Hilar- abroad, shall be honored with cash incentive. ion Ramiro Sr. Medical Center a Letter of Felicitation from The Department of Social Act (RA10865). the President of the Philip- Welfare and Development, Sen. Loren Legarda hailed pines congratulating the cele- Department of the Interior and the enactment of the NBI Re- brant for his or her longevity. Local Government, Depart- organization and Moderniza- But the law “does not ment of Health and the Com- tion Act and the Batanes carry the provision about 75 mission of Filipinos Overseas (continued on page 14) 14  HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE  JULY 2, 2016 PHILIPPINE NEWS

tional terminal, and the third NAIA Tightens Security After Istanbul Bombing suspect was in the nearby parking lot. All three deto- by Rudy Santos Aviation Security Group scores of others at the Ataturk The Avsegroup conducts nated suicide vests. Thursday, June 30, 2016 (Avsegroup) chief Francisco Airport in Istanbul, Turkey. strict surveillance of passen- ANILA, Philip- Balagtas said that the two Balagtas said passengers gers within the airport and im- No Pinoy casualties pines – Officials at agencies have been coordinat- should also report unattended plements strict car inspection, The Department of Foreign Mthe Ninoy Aquino ing with the Manila Interna- bags or persons acting suspi- he added. Affairs (DFA) said yesterday International Airport (NAIA) tional Airport Authority ciously inside and outside the “We maintain checking there are no Filipinos among terminals and other airports in (MIAA) to ensure the safety of airport. passengers, luggage and per- the casualties in Turkey. the country have further inten- passengers inside the airport. “We have deployed uni- sonnel, there’s heightened “According to our em- sified security inspection of Maliwat said that passen- formed police Special Action alert, it’s continuous,” he said. bassy in Ankara, there are no baggage and passengers to en- gers are advised to be at the air- Force (SAF), bomb-sniffing Members of the Airport Filipino casualties in Istanbul sure that no firearms or explo- port three hours before their dogs and intelligence personnel Police Department secure the airport bombing,” Foreign Af- sives can be smuggled into the scheduled flights to undergo that roam around as they com- entrances to the NAIA termi- fairs spokesman Charles Jose facilities. strict inspection and body frisk- municate with other govern- nals’ outer perimeter. said. Office for Transportation ing in the effort to avoid terrorist ment agencies regarding Of the three bombers in He said the embassy con- Security (OTS) spokesman attacks like the latest bombing security matters,” Balagtas the Istanbul airport attack, two tinues to monitor the situation. Jonathan Maliwat and police that killed 41 people and injured added. terrorists were at the interna- (www.philstar.com)

(from page 8, FULL TEXT....) wrong. gations. [applause] of this talk, that I was elected to bark on this crusade for a better plause] from the submission to I abhor secrecy and instead On the domestic front, my the presidency to serve the en- and brighter tomorrow. the release. I order all depart- advocate transparency [ap- administration is committed to tire country. I was not elected But before I end, let me ex- ment secretaries and heads of plause] in all government con- implement all signed peace to serve the interests of any one press the nations, on behalf of agencies to remove redundant tracts, projects and business agreements in step with consti- person or any group or any one the people, our condolences to requirements and compliance transactions from submission tutional and legal reforms. class. I serve every one and not the Republic of Turkey of what with one department or agency, of proposals to negotiation to I am elated by the expres- only one. [applause] has happened in the place. We shall be accepted as sufficient perfection and finally, to con- sion of unity among our Moro That is why I have adapted offer our deepest condolences. for all. [applause] summation. brothers and leaders, and the as an article of faith, the fol- Why am I here? Hindi I order all department sec- Do them and we will work response of everyone else to lowing lines written by some- kasali ito diyan. [laughs] The retaries and heads of agencies together. [applause] Do not do my call for peace. one whose name I could no past tense was, I am here be- to refrain from changing and them, we will part sooner than I look forward to the par- longer recall. He said: cause I love my country and I bending the rules government later. [applause] ticipation of all other stake- “I have no friends to serve, love the people of the Philip- contracts, transactions and On the international front holders, particularly our I have no enemies to harm.” pines. I am here, why? Because projects already approved and and community of nations, let indigenous peoples, to ensure [applause] I am ready to start my work for awaiting implementation. [ap- me reiterate that the Republic inclusivity in the peace process. Prescinding therefrom, I the nation. [applause] plause] Changing the rules of the Philippines will honor [applause] now ask everyone, and I mean Thank you and good after- when the game is on-going is treaties and international obli- Let me remind in the end everyone, to join me as we em- noon.

(from page 13, NOY....) Responsible Tourism Act. terparts, especially in light of Legarda is a co-author of the constantly evolving modus RA 10867, which mandates of crimes and to ensure that it the modernization of the NBI can effectively carry out its through acquisition of state- mandate,” Legarda said. of-the-art intelligence and Legarda also sponsored forensic equipment, and main- RA 10866, which seeks to pro- taining an elite and competent mote and protect Batanes’ nat- personnel through the provi- ural and cultural heritage. sion of competitive compensa- RA 10866 declares the tion packages, including province of Batanes as a re- training, insurance benefits sponsible, community-based, and scholarship grants for NBI ecotourism zone and shall be agents and employees. accorded priority development “Amid increasing de- by the national government in mands upon the NBI in the in- promoting and protecting the vestigation of high profile and integrity of its ecology and en- complex cases such as human vironment, the richness of its trafficking, cyber pornogra- natural and cultural heritage, phy, drug cartels and rice and the resilience of its indige- smuggling, among many oth- nous social institutions and its ers, we really need to modern- people. ize and reorganize the “The natural beauty of agency,” she said. Batanes has been attracting “The NBI must maintain a both local and foreign tourists. modern work system, as well In fact, the province has seen as competent and highly a dramatic increase in the trained personnel who will be number of visitors since 2014. at par with their foreign coun- (continued on page 15) JULY 2, 2016 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE  15 COMMUNITY CALENDAR OF EVENTS CLASSIFIED ADS LA UNIoN CIRCLE oF HAWAII, 2016 MISS & MRS. Razon @ 778-6291, Melody Calisay @ 224-9535 or Jenny CLEANING ACCoUNTS FoRM SALE LA UNIoN HAWAII USA | July 30, 2016, Thursday | 5:30 Normandy @ 286-4426 Established accts. 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I thought I Notice is hereby given that the following vessel has work or explode. She told Kathy and and so I took their pictures on my own apparently been abandoned for over 60 days on the I to go to the top of the corner until did a great job; we could barely af- and had them printed and will pack property of: Parker Marine 1260 Richard Lane Hon- we saw her motion to us that it was ford oil paints for him! In a few days them all up tonight.” She held up olulu HI 96819 (808)721-1000. The vessel is de- scribed as: 35' sloop sailboat, Hull ID safe to come home. Kathy and I just she sent Phil a new roll of canvas. white envelopes and was so happy CHL036270779. Application for title will be made in looked at each other clueless stand- She is truly smiling on him now. She doing this task. Then turned to me and accordance with Section 200-51 of the Annotated Code of Hawaii, Natural Resources Article if this ves- ing at that corner. 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Paid Holidays (15), Vacation Pay, and Sick Pay Development Program, the proposed On the other hand, Senate sec- Annual Raises and Annual Bonus COMPENSATION: 20 bills awaiting Noy’s signature act providing a new anti-carjacking retary Oscar Yabes expressed belief Start $14 - $16/hour depending on industry knowledge, However, 20 bills are still wait- law and an act institutionalizing the that the measures would lapse into experience, & capabilities ing for Aquino’s signature. nationwide implementation of Job- law unless vetoed. (www.philstar.com) CALL 721-6520 JULY 2, 2016