Whatever OHA does to benefit sustainability of Kanaka Maoli in our homeland improves the well being of  Hawaii.  As a quasi state agency OHA has a political agenda (some trustees) based upon federal recognition  and supporting high priced law firms in Washington DC.  OHA's resources need to realign with the needs of our people.  There is definitely some work that has been done through OHA staff in addressing the social determinants of health.

The State of Hawaii would love federal recognition because it would absolve them of fulfilling their kuleana to our people:  Education, DHHL, Health and DLNR, which since statehood have given minimal attention to our people.