Telescope protest inspires more Native Hawaiian activism
(World News USA)

KAHUKU, Hawaii (AP) - Flapping Hawaiian flags adorn a large canopy on the easement of a highway that winds along Oahu´s famed North Shore. Under the tent, protesters come and go. Some of them keep guard overnight, and some stop by to wave at cars honking in support or to drop off supplies in a makeshift kitchen area stocked with bottled water, instant noodles and canned meat. On cots and on beach chairs, they are discussing strategies and reminding supporters to maintain a philosophy of peace and nonviolence known in Hawaiian as kapu aloha. They are at the site trying to prevent the construction of eight wind turbines, each taller than downtown Honolulu´s tallest skyscraper. The ongoing...