Representative Faye Hanohano delivered the following apology on the floor of the State House of Representatives today, February

28, 2013 Ka Hua lelo o ka l MIHI Apology O kuu leo mihi hoi kia e noi haahaa nei i oukou i ka huikala mai iau. I am an honest and straight speaking woman whom descends from long line of proud leaders and warriors from Puna of Hawaii island. I aloha all of our people in Hawaii and will continue to find ways to champion the plethora of issues and challenges that my Hawaiian people continue to endure. I firmly believe in my naau, in my heart that when my native people dont just survive but actually thrive and prosper then ALL of our other ethnicities of Hawaii nei shall find greater benefit and blessing. Todays word is MIHI and I humbly apologize to all of you whom may have been offended by sentiments expressed that were taken into the news media. I realize that as public elected officials we all come to the table and kukakuka about the issues that matter most to our communities. Sometimes we agree, and sometimes we dont however let me reaffirm my commitment to all of you that I shall serve my people and the people of the State of Hawaii to the best of my ability, integrity and for the honor of my kupuna.