Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 27, Number 5, 1 Mei 2010 — 'OUR GREATEST ADVOCATE' [ARTICLE]

Kōkua No ke kikokikona ma kēia Kolamu

'OUR GREATEST ADVOCATE'

Receiving this news brings with it a double sadness. First the loss to OHA for your many years of dedicated service to all Native Hawaiians; second, a greater loss to us on the Continent as you have been our greatest advocate as Native Hawaiians away from the 'āina and to a greater extent your matemal protection and eoneem for us. In many ways your presence will be sorely missed. Mahalo nui loa for all that you have done ... for all of our mainland Hawaiian Civic Clubs. On behalf of the Mainland Council, please know that we are forever grateful for including us in all matters and looking toward meeting our needs. You will always be remembered fondly and will be a part of us. Tee Furtado Mainland Council of the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs San Diego, Califomia