novemBer 9, 2013 hawaii Filipino ChroniCle 1 ♦ FEBRUARYNOVEMBER 19,9, 20132011 ♦ HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE PRESORTED NEWS FEATURE HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS STANDARD 94-356 WAIPAHU DEPOT RD., 2ND FLR. U.S. POSTAGE WAIPAHU, HI 96797 PAID FilCom to honor emme "Untold triUmph" to Be HONOLULU, HI PERMIT NO. 9661 at 11th annUal Shown on nov. 17 Gala dinner at pearl harBor 2 HaWaii filiPino CHroniCle noVeMBer 9, 2013 EDITORIALS FROM THE PUBLISHER Publisher & Executive Editor f there was ever a time to pray Charlie Y. Sonido, M.D. Honoring Our Veterans for the Philippines, now is it. At Publisher & Managing Editor t’s been said that the history of a nation is often press time, Super Typhoon Chona A. Montesines-Sonido written by the blood of its heroes. This saying is es- Haiyan, a Category 5 storm Associate Editors pecially true for the United States of America and with winds of up to 195 mph, I Dennis Galolo the Philippines, two nations with inter-twining his- slammed into the Central Edwin Quinabo tories. Thanks to the heroic actions of their brave Visayas. The timing of Haiyan could not I Creative Designer men and women, Filipinos and Americans today have been worse, particularly for the Junggoi Peralta live as free citizens. Visayan region, which is still recovering from the powerful Design Consultant It’s safe to say that every Filipino born in the Philippines 7.1 magnitude quake that rocked the area last month. Weather Randall Shiroma during the past century owes a debt of gratitude to those veter- forecasters expect Haiyan to exit the Philippines sometime on Photography ans who fought against Japanese occupation during World War Saturday, November 8th, but not before leaving a swath of Tim Llena II. America is also indebted to these brave Filipino nationals, as chaos and destruction in its wake. Administrative Assistant well as the thousands of Filipino-Americans who were already Chaos of a different kind reigned at the State Capitol Shalimar Pagulayan living in the U.S. but petitioned to join the U.S. military. Their where over 5,000 people packed joint House Judiciary & Fi- Columnists military service not only helped to win the war, but also short- nance committee hearings on a bill that would legalize same- Carlota Hufana Ader ened its duration, limited the financial cost and spared the lives Sen. Will Espero sex marriage. Marathon hearings were held over several days, of many more Americans who most likely would have died or Grace F. Fong, Ed.D with supporters and opponents passionately speaking on Sen- suffered injuries had it not been for Filipinos’ involvement. Emil Guillermo ate Bill 1. The measure was passed by both committees and Ruth Elynia Mabanglo, Ph.D. So this Veteran’s Day, when we honor our nation’s war he- later by the full House by a surprisingly comfortable 30-18 Ron Menor roes, let’s not forget our Filipino-American veterans—living J.P. Orias vote, with three lawmakers absent. The full House is expected Pacita Saludes and dead. Parades, banquets and other public events are held to to hold a third and final reading on the bill sometime next Reuben S. Seguritan, Esq. thank veterans for their service. Such events serve that purpose, Charlie Sonido, M.D. week. Even if SB 1 is passed by the Legislature and signed by but so do personal gestures of thanks. Instead of letting this day Emmanuel S. Tipon, Esq. come and go like so many other national holidays, consider giv- the governor, a circuit court judge has agreed to hear a chal- Felino S. Tubera ing extra thought as how you can show your appreciation to vet- lenge to the bill, so don’t expect a quick resolution to the Sylvia Yuen, Ph.D. erans. If you know a veteran—reach out to him or her and thank highly-contentious issue anytime soon. Contributing Writers them for all they have done on behalf of this nation. Better yet, In other news, November 11th is Veterans Day—a time to Belinda Aquino, Ph.D. pay a visit to a Filipino-American veteran and convey your per- thank all the brave members of our armed forces for their serv- Clement Bautista ice in defense of this great country. The Filipino community Teresita Bernales, Ed.D sonal thanks. Or if you see someone in uniform, give him or her Serafin Colmenares, Jr., Ph.D. a hug, shake their hand or offer to pick up the check at the gro- has planned a luncheon on November 16 to honor Filipino- Linda Dela Cruz cery store or restaurant. If you’re not the type to do such things, American veterans of World War II. We hope you can attend Fiedes Doctor this special event which may be the last hurrah and the final Danny De Gracia, II, MA then just say a simple prayer for them and their families. These Carolyn Weygan-Hildebrand simple acts will mean more than you know and it’s the very least time to witness a large gathering of Fil-Am veterans. Many of Amelia Jacang, M.D. we can do. Whatever you decide, make sure to do something them are sickly and nearing the twilight of their lives. Please Caroline Julian special to make a veteran happy this Veteran’s Day. Maita Milallos read our cover story beginning on page 4 for more about the Paul Melvin Palalay, M.D. luncheon as well as the struggles of our courageous Fil-Am Glenn Wakai veterans. Also, the documentary film “Untold Triumph” will Amado Yoro be shown on November 17 to the public at 5:30 pm at Pearl Philippine Correspondent The Government Has No Greg Garcia Harbor. Big Island Distributor Business Tracking Our Speaking of courage, I think you’ll find our story on page Grace Larson 13 about Emme Tomimbang very inspiring. Contributing Ditas Udani Phone And Internet Use writer Dr. Belinda Aquino recently interviewed the veteran Maui Distributor pparently Big Brother is watching us and George newscaster, who spoke about the recent challenges in her life Cecile Piros Orwell's classic novel 1984 is proving to be more that she courageously faced and overcame. Ms. Tomimbang Molokai Distributor prophetic than believed. will be the guest of honor at a gala dinner and fundraiser Maria Watanabe Ordinary citizens such as you and I, foreign scheduled at the FilCom Center on November 9. Turn to page Advertising/Marketing Director citizens, as well as international leaders are all 8 for more on this special event, which has been sold-out. Chona A. 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