PALACE OCCUPATION: People opposing the Akaka Bill, protest with civil disobedience by occupying Iolani Palace for about 2 1/2 hours. This is Hanalei Colleado looking up at the protestors on the balcony before he heads up to join them.
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Hawaii News
Senators volley over Akaka Bill
Akaka Bill opponents occupy Iolani Palace
The measure's fate rides on a procedural vote.
Watada could face prison and discharge for defiance
During Vietnam, his father was able to avoid serving
Refusing to report for Iraq could elicit a court-martial.
in Features
Getting a closer shave
Michael Felton promotes benefits of proper shaving.
in Sports
Wie ready for LPGA Championship
The teen phenom works out the kinks in a practice round.
in Business
Star-Bulletin owner Black buys Akron Beacon Journal
Black Press Ltd. is acquiring the sole daily newspaper in the Ohio city for $165 million.
in Editorial
Congress wastes time with same-sex marriage
The Senate has rejected a proposed constitutional amendment to ban same-sex marriage.
N.Y. Times: A chance for justice in Hawaii
This editorial appeared yesterday in the New York Times. A U.S. Senate vote was scheduled today on whether the Akaka Bill will go to the full Senate for debate and a vote.
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