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The Maui community is feeling neglected and frustrated because they believe they are being ignored by the president. They question why they are not being treated as Americans and wonder why they are being put in the back pocket. The community is coming together to support each other during this time.

We fought hard to keep the fire away from our properties, but we couldn't stop it. The water shut off, and even the firemen couldn't refill their trucks. The fire grew, and we felt defeated as we watched our houses burn. We did everything we could, but without water, we were helpless. It's heartbreaking to see our home destroyed. I was worried about his safety, and when he said we lost the house, it hit me hard. I was planning to retire, but now I have to start over. It's a new journey, and it brings tears to my eyes. I still love this place, despite everything. Moving to Honolulu is an option, but the people and the climate here are beautiful.

Realtors and real estate industry professionals are contacting people who have lost everything in order to buy their land. This behavior is seen as disgusting and a land grab by the community. The concern is that Lahaina may lose its spirit and become a tourist destination during the rebuilding process. The community plans to protect the rich cultural history of Lahaina and ensure that multi-generational families can return home.

Everyone in Canada is struggling to make ends meet, including my family, friends, and coworkers. The cost of living is so high that many feel like they are just surviving, not thriving. Leaving the country seems like the only option, but it's expensive and challenging. The feeling of hopelessness is widespread. Starting a family feels impossible due to financial constraints. Many are facing the reality of not being able to afford children.

I'm frustrated because I can't get into the building. They raised the cost of living so high that even though I work full-time, I can't afford to live here. It doesn't make any sense. I'm homeless and it's unfair that they're bringing in more people without considering us who were born and raised here. They only care about money and the rich. It's a messed up situation.

I live in a place with mostly foreign nationals. My child is the only Irish child in her class and feels left out. The school didn't allow her to dress up for Halloween to avoid offending others. I don't feel safe going out alone anymore. I urge people to stand up for their children and country as the landscape is changing rapidly. It's important to prioritize our children and country's future above all else.

I've witnessed people losing their homes due to various emergencies like fire, flood, and motor accidents. However, I want to bring attention to something bigger. Being in Maui for the past 9 years, I understand the geography and how things work here. It's hard for me to believe that a hurricane could miss the Big Island and hit Maui without causing flooding, but instead causing fires. These fires occurred in the most valuable areas of Maui, such as Lahaina front street, which is worth billions. The locals, especially the Hawaiians and Kanaka, have been resisting selling their properties to big companies for years. It's not a coincidence that the fires targeted these areas, including Oprah Winfrey's view in Kula. The Hawaiians and Kanaka stood strong along front street.

The speaker expresses concern about people taking advantage of the situation in Maui after a disaster. They mention that instead of being able to grieve and process what's happening, the people of Maui have to deal with others trying to buy their land. They call out investors and realtors for contacting families who have lost their homes and offer to buy their land. They urge victims to get the names of these individuals and businesses so they can be exposed. Another speaker emphasizes the need to prevent corporate entities from buying up land in Maui and urges state leaders to create policies to protect the local community. They stress the importance of keeping locals in the area and preventing further displacement.

Years of planning have led to the destruction of our town, leaving the poor, hardworking people and elders with nothing. We demand a logical explanation for why our homes are gone. A family was forced to evacuate, but the manager heartlessly denied them a moment to gather their belongings because their house had ash in it. The system and the governor have imposed rules without consulting those on the ground, making it even harder for people to coordinate hospital visits. Lahaina should have the power to determine its own fate.

I've seen homes lost to natural disasters like fire and flood. Something seems off - a hurricane missed Big Island, hit Maui, causing fires in valuable areas like Lahaina. Locals resisting selling their land to big companies were affected. It's no coincidence fires hit places like Kula, Lahaina, and Kihei where Hawaiians hold out. The fires targeted areas like Oprah Winfrey's property in Kula and Hawaiians on Front Street.

I have witnessed people losing their homes due to various emergencies like fire, flood, and motor accidents. However, I want to bring attention to something bigger. In the past 9 years that I have been on Maui, I have noticed a pattern. It seems unlikely that a hurricane would miss the Big Island and directly hit Maui, causing fires instead of floods. These fires have affected the most valuable areas of real estate on Maui, such as Lahaina front street, which is worth billions. The locals, particularly the Hawaiians and Kanaka, have been resisting selling their properties to large companies for years. It is not a coincidence that the fires occurred in these precious areas where the Hawaiians and Kanaka were holding out, including Oprah Winfrey's property in Kula.

I'm deeply upset that the sacrifices we made and the lives lost are being disregarded. Our country is deteriorating, and it's not the same as it was when I was growing up. The opportunities and joy I experienced are no longer available to the younger generation. This situation is not what our fallen heroes fought for.

I'm about to graduate next year, and I'm really concerned about the economy and immigration. Many of my friends are still unemployed a year after graduation, and I'm worried about the taxes I'll have to pay under the Democratic plan. I'm also worried about the economy; it's in bad shape, and people are living paycheck to paycheck. The situation feels absurd. I'm particularly anxious about buying my first house—if the economy continues like this, I fear I may never be able to afford one.

We are not Americans. We will die as Hawaiians. The Americans are our enemies. They took our land, imprisoned our queen, and banned our language. They forcibly made us a colony. America claims to be democratic, but they have never been democratic with native people, Indians, or Hawaiians. The United States is a death country, giving death to native people. The only way to beat them is to defy the law.

Living on Maui, the speaker claims that the media is not being truthful about the damage and death toll. They personally know individuals who assert that the situation is far more severe than reported. The speaker also alleges witnessing a media cover-up.

Developers at a recent meeting discussed building homes in Lahaina without going through the permit process. However, their focus seemed to be on fast-tracking development rather than helping the local people. The conversation lacked any mention of the community's needs or concerns. Instead, developers emphasized removing permits to extract water from streams and expedite Western-style development, disregarding the importance of preserving culture and heritage. This poses a significant challenge in our journey towards recovery.

The speaker expresses concern about people taking advantage of the situation in Maui after a disaster. They mention that instead of being able to grieve and process what's happening, the people of Maui have to deal with others trying to buy their land. They call out investors and realtors for contacting families who have lost their homes and offer to buy their land. They urge victims to gather information about these individuals and businesses so they can be exposed. Another speaker emphasizes the need to prevent corporate entities from buying up land in Maui and urges state leaders to create policies to protect the local community. They stress the importance of keeping locals in the area and preventing further displacement.

This is the neighborhood I grew up in. It used to be beautiful and a great place to live. Now, it’s changed significantly, and I see issues like rats. This diversity has led to a decline that I find disappointing.

I don't support the Uluru statement or the way Aboriginal communities are being handled. The money meant for us never reaches us. We need jobs, not overlapping services. We don't have shops, just alcohol and drugs. Don't make decisions for us without listening to us. Don't use me or my family to support something that will make our situation worse. This is not about us, it's about an agenda that won't help us out of the mess we're in.

People don't appreciate what they have, complaining about it. I'm upset that our past efforts are being wasted, with the country deteriorating. The fun and opportunities I had growing up are gone. It's not what I want, not what they died for. It's just not the same.

I'm from Dublin but visit Mayo weekly. In my area, 85% of the population are foreign nationals. My child is the only Irish student in her class of 30, and she struggles to understand her classmates. Recently, she came home upset because she can't follow their conversations. Last Halloween, she was not allowed to dress up due to concerns about offending others. I no longer feel safe walking in my neighborhood, and I rarely leave my house. The changing landscape of this country is concerning, especially for my child. It's important to prioritize our children and our country, regardless of what others think.

I used to hate rap, but now I see the influence it has on kids. They walk around, blasting explicit music, disrespecting school, and engaging in reckless behavior. It's embarrassing that I played a part in this destructive game, but I can't take all the blame. Most of these kids never had strict parents, so they're lost. Their brains are fried from drugs, they have casual sex with anyone, and they think they're hot stuff without any real knowledge. They focus on their image, idolize rappers, and only care about money. They're lazy, never committing to anything, and then complain about their lives. They'll regret it all when they're older and realize they can't provide for themselves. Their friends are no good either.

We are at risk of losing our identity due to a lack of diversity. People like you bring change, and that’s why many come here. As more individuals arrive, they will transform the country my ancestors established. It’s natural for me to express concern about this shift.

Living on Maui, the speaker claims that the media is not being truthful about the damage and death toll. They personally know individuals who assert that the situation is far more severe than reported. The speaker also alleges witnessing a media cover-up.

In Hawaii, a recent arrest and eviction from the beaches highlights a recurring issue. With nearly 90% of the population unable to afford homes, this incident is just one of many. Puhipau from Waimanalo shares this concern.