Dear Friends,
I find it interesting that a number of bloggers are wondering about my health or are wondering why death seems to be in the back of my mind. First of all, I am perfectly healthy. However, when I was thinking of getting life insurance during this past legislative session, a nurse came over to my office to [...]
Entries from June 2009
June 30, 2009
Racing Against Time, Part V
June 29, 2009
Sunday Media
On Sunday, June 28, 2009 I was interviewed by KHON2, KITV4, and KGMB9 news stations regarding my campaign’s exploratory committee for the Lt. Governor’s office.
June 29, 2009
Teamsters Picnic
On Sunday, June 29, 2009, I attended a picnic held by a number of the Teamseter Union from 1:30 P.M. to 2:30 P.M.
June 29, 2009
United Japanese Society of Hawaii Luncheon
On Sunday, June 28, 2009, I attended the United Japanese Society of Hawaii Luncheon at Hilton Hawaii Village from 10:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
June 29, 2009
Honpa Hongwanji Betsuin Bon Dance
On Saturday, June 27, 2009, I attended the Honpa Hongwanji Betsuin Bon Dance from 7:30 to 9:30 P.M.
June 29, 2009
Hawaii Dragon Boat Festival
On Saturday, June 27, 2009, I attended the Hawaii Dragon Boat Festival at Ala Moana Beach Park from 5:30 to 7:00 P.M.
June 29, 2009
Oahu Filipino Council President’s Ball
On Friday, June 26, 2009, I attended the Oahu Filipino Council President’s Ball at Hilton Hawaiian Village from 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.
June 29, 2009
Rep. Jon Riki Karamatsu’s Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Bill Signed Into Law
Honolulu. A bill replacing and updating the existing uniform management of institutional funds act was signed into law by the governor as Act 135 on June 19, 2009. Representative Jon Riki Karamatsu (District 41-Waipahu, Village Park, Waikele), House Judiciary chairman, introduced the legislation.
The law provides guidance and authority to charitable organizations concerning management and investment [...]
June 28, 2009
Exploring the possibility of serving the State of Hawaii as Lieutenant Governor
I am happy to announce that I authorized my campaign team, Friends of Jon Riki Karamatsu to form an exploratory committee for the office of Lieutenant Governor for the 2010 election.
I am honored that my name has been mentioned in the community as a potential Lieutenant Governor candidate for the last several months. With the support [...]
June 25, 2009
Michael Jackson
I was shocked to find out Michael Jackson had passed away today. I grew up with his music. I believe his “Thriller” album was the second album I ever owned. I will remember him most for his humanitarian efforts. His song “You are not alone” fits his sad departure.
Michael Jackson - “You Are [...]
