I hope this isn’t another bashing of Caucasian’s and the so called “white privilege” fallacy. I will reserve my judgement until I see the documentary. However, Hawaii along with the mainland, Europe and most, if not all, other country’s have experienced times in their history that growth may have been painful and unfair. It’s obvious that Hawaii benefited from both the sugarcane industry and tourism. Yet, tourists and business developers alike continue to be villainized. I visit hawaii every year sometimes more than once. I enjoy the islands very much. And, the local people that work in the various establishments that serve tourism enjoy the jobs and revenue that tourism brings.
Mahalo, TJ
I am as white as one can get. White privilege isn’t a fallacy TJ. I encourage you to look beyond the sound bites and misnomers to truly understand where it comes from. I didn’t want to think I enjoyed white priv, because I know I am not racist. Then I learned that white privilege comes from simply being born white – one is treated differently by others that don’t understand it and it has nothing to do with ones own thoughts on equality. A person can reject it from their mind, but they can’t eject it from how they have lived. It just is.
“… enjoy the jobs….” LOL TJ, you are so out-of-touch with the reality of living in Hawaii you are living proof of the existence of white privilege. Residents here , who do not have degrees in lucrative fields have to work in tourist-related jobs to survive – and oftentimes, they have to work Two of those jobs to afford living in “Paradise”.
For readers who want a more historical feel of Hawaii – historical fiction – The Last Aloha by Gaellen Quinn, Honolulu by Alan Brennert, Moloka’i (#1) and Daughter of Moloka’i #2 – about the leper colony experiences.
I hope it has some balance, but it’s interesting that those who arrived to convert the natives in the end were the ones who ended up converted and exploited the land and its people.
As for “Cane Fire/White Heat” I too would like to see it, more as a historical note) as it was the first Hollywood film shot on Kauai and was directed by a woman. By all accounts it’s not very good (quite racist). There probably is a copy hiding somewhere but to date it hasn’t shown up.
I’d really like to see it! It’s no different here on the mainland where the Haoles have done the same to the indigenous peoples of Turtle Island. It’s a shame. But documentaries like this bring these injustices to the forefront where the younger generations can learn about the wrongs perpetrated by their elders. I hope this knowledge can be used to positively impact the way Hawaiian People are viewed by the world. Aloha
The last wave of exploitation has arrived. The tech oligarchs are purchasing Kauai lock stock and barrel. The remaining population will slave for them and survive by eating the crumbs that fall off the table.
And so it goes. Now being resold at a stolen parcel near you; perhaps by you.
I hope this isn’t another bashing of Caucasian’s and the so called “white privilege” fallacy. I will reserve my judgement until I see the documentary. However, Hawaii along with the mainland, Europe and most, if not all, other country’s have experienced times in their history that growth may have been painful and unfair. It’s obvious that Hawaii benefited from both the sugarcane industry and tourism. Yet, tourists and business developers alike continue to be villainized. I visit hawaii every year sometimes more than once. I enjoy the islands very much. And, the local people that work in the various establishments that serve tourism enjoy the jobs and revenue that tourism brings.
Mahalo, TJ
I grew up in a plantation house behind Kekaha Sugar Mill. This story is as personal to me and my family as it can be. Thank you for telling it.
I am as white as one can get. White privilege isn’t a fallacy TJ. I encourage you to look beyond the sound bites and misnomers to truly understand where it comes from. I didn’t want to think I enjoyed white priv, because I know I am not racist. Then I learned that white privilege comes from simply being born white – one is treated differently by others that don’t understand it and it has nothing to do with ones own thoughts on equality. A person can reject it from their mind, but they can’t eject it from how they have lived. It just is.
“… enjoy the jobs….” LOL TJ, you are so out-of-touch with the reality of living in Hawaii you are living proof of the existence of white privilege. Residents here , who do not have degrees in lucrative fields have to work in tourist-related jobs to survive – and oftentimes, they have to work Two of those jobs to afford living in “Paradise”.
The Gods and the Universe don’t sleep . Money kills all cultural lands and traditions. Lots to say but keeping it simple , Good Job Braddah!!
Wow, going to have to wait to see it but when I can I will. Mahalo for the heads up.
WOW!! It’s on my list of must see! Mahalo
Looks excellent. I hope to see this!
For readers who want a more historical feel of Hawaii – historical fiction – The Last Aloha by Gaellen Quinn, Honolulu by Alan Brennert, Moloka’i (#1) and Daughter of Moloka’i #2 – about the leper colony experiences.
I hope it has some balance, but it’s interesting that those who arrived to convert the natives in the end were the ones who ended up converted and exploited the land and its people.
As for “Cane Fire/White Heat” I too would like to see it, more as a historical note) as it was the first Hollywood film shot on Kauai and was directed by a woman. By all accounts it’s not very good (quite racist). There probably is a copy hiding somewhere but to date it hasn’t shown up.
Thank you for mentioning “The Last Aloha”. Ive read all of Mr. Brennert’s novels and old Hawai’i is something I find of great interest.
Charles Y
I’d really like to see it! It’s no different here on the mainland where the Haoles have done the same to the indigenous peoples of Turtle Island. It’s a shame. But documentaries like this bring these injustices to the forefront where the younger generations can learn about the wrongs perpetrated by their elders. I hope this knowledge can be used to positively impact the way Hawaiian People are viewed by the world. Aloha
I’ve always wanted to see White Heat but I’ve never seen it come up on the TCM channel lineup.
The last wave of exploitation has arrived. The tech oligarchs are purchasing Kauai lock stock and barrel. The remaining population will slave for them and survive by eating the crumbs that fall off the table.