Today was an exciting day at the Maui County Council hearing.  The GMO taro ban bill passed First Reading, 9-0!

The best quote of the day:  "We have a duty to protect Hawaiians and that starts right here, right now" - Chair Danny Matteo, right before the vote call.

Mahalo to everyone for the powerful and articulate testimony (extra mahalos to those who came from far!),  to those who came to show force and for the voices of the kupuna that reverberated in the chamber today.  It was chicken skin! The message is sent.

To those who were with us in spirit from every island and elsewhere in the world, mahalo for your support.  All of your positive intentions for protecting Haloa have been realized.

For more details, read today's Maui News story on this topic.