Humane Society does good work

Thecommentary by Alicia Maluafiti does not reflect current realities at the Hawaiian Humane Society, where I have volunteered for the last six years in nearly every aspect of the nonprofit, including veterinary services ("Hopes high for Leeward side Humane Society," Star-Advertiser, Island Voices, April 12).

There are absolutely no breed/age-specific criteria that determine life or death for any animal.Each animal is assessed on its own set of circumstances, pit bulls included. Many cats with respiratory infections and ringworm are treated and saved. Dogs with mange spend months in foster care so they can be adopted.

Twenty to 30 feral cats are sterilized daily in support of trap, neuter, return and manage. Volunteers who are willing to bottle-feed underweight kittens every two hours 24/7, please step up.

At the Humane Society, "business as usual" is one of the most sophisticated, impressive, well-organized animal welfare undertakings that’s to be applauded. This organization is saving an extraordinary number of lives.

Steven Prieto
Makiki

Senate should consent to Lynch

Five months ago, President Barack Obama nominated Loretta Lynch, a superbly qualified individual, for U.S. attorney general.

However, despite her impeccable credentials and bipartisan support, the Republicans continue to block her confirmation vote because of her belief that Obama’s executive action on immigration is constitutional.True, the U.S. Senate has a duty to "advise and consent," but Republicans are using it as an instrument of obstruction.

It is customary for any president to nominate individuals whose views are consistent with his party’s political and ideological values. If the GOP believes that Obama has been unfaithful to the Constitution because of his immigration action, courts are the proper venue to settle their concerns rather than holding Lynch as political hostage.

Lynch has waited long enough.Republicans need to stop playing politics and confirm her, because she deserves it. Failure to do so is another demonstration of their inability to govern.

Rod B. Catiggay
Mililani

Impeach Kenoi over pCard use

I do believe that those in higher authority should be a good example for their constituents.

As aholder of my company’s pCard, I would befired if found misusing the card or using it for non-company purposes.A pCard is for business use only, and I don’t mean entertainment, either.

Hawaii County Mayor Billy Kenoi should be impeached for this embarrassing breach of trust.

Rosita Sipirok-Siregar
Makakilo

Hoopili is truly like vandalism

I completely support Gerhard Hamm’s opinion ("Hoopili project like vandalism," Star-Advertiser, Letters, April 8).

How can anyone condone stealing one of the most beautiful gifts we have left on this island — open agricultural land — creating more traffic nightmares for everyone? Taking away more than 1,000 acres of farmland is criminal.

Whatever happened to our "Second City," which has never truly progressed beyond our University of Hawaii campus, the state office and Judiciary buildings in Kapolei and the building of big-box stores? Our City Council and legislators need to concentrate seriously on moving many of our government offices to Kapolei. Let the people work where they live, and many of our problems will be hugely mitigated.

Hoopili is a disaster from too many perspectives, and truly a crime if we let it happen. Yes, it is vandalism.

We need to remember that sustainability is being concreted over for the profit of developers and the politicians who receive monetary support from same.

Mary J. Culvyhouse
Kaneohe

Let’s do more to help homeless

I was pleased to read the editorial, "Homeless can’t stay on sidewalks" (Star-Advertiser, Our View, April 15).

It mentioned the Housing First program, relocating the homeless and creating a "safe zone" for them.

Often our solution for thehomeless is to create more rules or legislation to send them packing. We need first to provide for and protect those most vulnerable.

Our job as a community and state is to help them be productive individuals. May that become a reality.

Cathy Cook
Hawaii Kai