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Hmmmmm, aren't you the same guy who is in the same circle as Carlos? Weren't you the same guy - and ONLY guy - who also showed up at the Shipyard when people called out Carlos? Funny how that comes into full circle huh? Of course you and Carlos and David Robinson have ONLY our best interest in mind, oh please...lets think of the people of American Samoa and the Businessmen on this island??!!
You guys don't give a damn about the people/citizens of American Samoa, you are all selfish people trying to make money off of our people...SHAME on you.
Now that Mr. Robinson's marina is just about done, what are you getting out of this? What did Carlos promise you? Get your facts straight before coming on here, a petition was sent out only to satisfy Carlos' and his Father In Law's appetite.
Since when do OUR kids swim in the harbor AGAIN Mr. Lutu? Would YOU allow your kids to swim in the harbor? You have gasoline and oil all over in that harbor, and you get all these students to sign a petition that makes NO sense?? Just leave it alone already, the Governor signed the lease because he knows that FROZEN fish does NOT smell. All this freezer is, is just that - a FREEZER. It only smells when you leave it out too long.
How is this news? It's not like you found a rat or a finger in the case. Hopefully, this article dosent begin an island wide recall for all turkey-tail cases. SMH
Ignorance, pride and selfishness are issues that must be negated in order solve the problems pertaining to LBJ.
First of all,
Lets discuss credentials, REGARDLESS if you are Samoan, Palagi or Fijian etc. If you have the necessary credentials for that position i.e MD, DD or CFO and CEO then you should be paid accordingly.
Before you speak on who should be paid how much ask yourself, "Do I have the knowledge and credentials to do their Job". If so, then I encourage you to apply for their position. If not then please do not speak without thinking first it only displays ignorance.
I get really discouraged when I see or hear comments on how people should be paid based on race or ethnicity because all it displays is how ignorant people can be. We all know that LBJ's budget is no where near that of a mainland hospital however, if our priority is to provide adequate healthcare and keep the hospital running efficiently then we are going to have to pay some what near that to keep the hospital running efficiently.
Doctors in the mainland average 6 figure salaries so it is obvious that we must be able to pay our medical professionals somewhat competitive salaries to retain them. Health care is a hot topic all around the US.
IT IS A KNOWN FACT that hospitals in the mainland must be able to generate some revenue to pay its doctors AND restock supplies Am. Samoa is NO DIFFERENT. It cannot do that without raising the hospital fees OR receiving additional funding from the government. AND SINCE the Mr. Togiola has refused to pay what ASG owes it is up to us Am. Samoans who ultimately will get stuck with the responsibility to pay for their Healthcare.
Im all for the raising of the fees if we can find a proper way to distribute the cost evenly amongst the people of Am. Samoa. For instance those who are not inclined to pay the 2% tax should not be entitled to receive health care at the same cost to those who are paying the 2% tax. Also those are taxed more due to what they make should not end up paying more to be seen at the hospital than those who were taxed less.
Also, if WE (Samoans) want do not want to see problem again THEN, there should be a fund which is SOLELY entitled to the LBJ budget. not this "General Funds" idea. Its obvious that our "GOVERNMENT" likes to rob peter to pay paul. By not allowing outside individuals to take money out of this budget then LBJ has a budget that they can operate without any excuse as to why they have no money other than mismanagement of funds from the hospital board.
Rather than a 2% tax on the working class of Am. Samoa how about a Sales tax? (food for thought)
We have a opportunity to reform health care in Am. Samoa to keep the hospital running efficiently and to make sure that how to fund the hospital is fair and just amongst all of those who work and live legally in Am. Samoa.
SOS Vulcan
Kudos to you Judge Kruse....It is about time, that someone IS held accountable for those DELAYS! The EMERGENCY SIRENS should hold a CLUE FOR THE CLUELESS....GOOD JOB JUDGE KRUSE!
It will never happen until we vote those who we want to represent us in the Senate. Why not change the law to one house instead of two. I dare any of the Faipule to step up and but this into place, else keep your temporary jobs and hope your constituents won't vote you back into office come November. So either do it, or shut up.
Tired of the same 'ol, same 'ol on this freaking rock...
Give the hospital their fare share of the subsidy that was appropriated and approved in the Budget! Talking about salaries is not the solution. The
governor raised all of the salaries of his cabinet members during this term. And later there was a government work furlough. Was that financial prudence?? What happened to projections? The Governor taking control of LBJ will also not be a long term solution. Togiola wants to again show he is the knight in armor who is going to make sure no one loses their job at LBJ. Yet, he is responsible for this situation. Why is it that Togiola allows a situation to become a fiasco before reacting? He has been in Office for almost 16 years and look at the mess this island is in!!
Read and try to comprehend the recommendations from Kenisele, MCcuddin, the Fono and the community. The four Doctors that wasted their time to meet with the Governor, may have wasted space in the Governor's Office for that day only but I believe the biggest wasted space in that office for the past 8 years is the Governor's Chair. He deserves a stool!
...and you just wanted your picture taken on Samoa news, a ea? So throw the darn thing away and eat the rest of your muli pipi....
Absolutely! be happy for the Athletes...what a great opportunity for them...and all the way to Missouri! Lots of Polynesians there, and going to a Community College is a great way to start, coming from an Island Community....Congradulations!
....and don't forget ASDOE....the Lt. Governor still has a designee who got rejected by the FONO. But then again EDUCATION is probably NOT a priority. I concur with Tutuila Voter.....PLEASE DO THINK BEFORE YOU VOTE!!!
Here's a little secret Governor: I don't think the ASG needs help making itself look bad. It's a bad business culture of laziness starting from the top down. We're too used to getting things free and now we're hard pressed to make tough decisions, which you are not used to. It's been a good decade and a half of living large. I think it's time to retire back to the mansion off-island.
Much of what you see is a culmination of a multitude of factors. Few of them being a majorlack of resources, an ineffecient use of resources and lack of revenue. There are more to the dynamics but I'll stop there.
If there's no money, there's nothing to work with. If it's being used inefficiently then, then we're all forced to be efficient now. Life's tough nowadays and it's not getting any better. People, along with the governor are going to have to face that fact.
Another issue identified is the pay given to certain hospital officials and staff? The governor needs to rethink what he says about it because the pay of these professionals should be commensurate with their expertise. I think these professionals are truly certified individuals schooled in the profession. Unlike many in our government...the pay is NOT commensurate with the expertise.
As a word of advice to the governor, the people are waking up and growing courage because the government's decision making is encroaching pretty hard on ALL our lives.
As long as the subject of impeachment or recalling the governor is a means to achieve what the people need, then that's what has to happen. Prior to the impeachment/recall though, the hospital needs to prioritize the biggest needs on how to effectively spend that 1.6M…and that's to ensure we defray whatever healthcare cost that create a cost savings directly in the pocket of our citizens.
Bring back a white governor...no aiga $y$tem.
Amen!! your comments are right on the ball. SO sick of all the money that is thrown away there. Nothing but Selfish people trying to point fingers back and forth while our people suffer.
I think this is just a waste of time and money. I don't think the trip to Australia would help these guys get a scholarship. Its just a waste of time and money. Just stick with the Samoa Bowl.
Yes the boat is sinking and the leadership abandoning ship. The governor refuses to go down with the ship, blaming the Fono for its problems. The Fono on the other hand, is blaming the governor. Well, look to your left and look to your right members of the Fono, you are ALL to blame for this fiasco Mickey Mouse ASG. Let the good times roll? For years, the People have been complaining and NOW you "react"?
Does anyone know what "proactive" management means? I think it is time for the voters to vote all of you out and start fresh. Keep voting for crooks to run ASG, nothing will change. Get the kovana out of office NOW. The DOI needs to intervene and save this sinking ship. This kovana is as dumb as a bucket of rocks and has no clue. Karma is a bitch and she is returning all your misdeeds. Now the People are suffering for your sins.
It's time to make good on your threats. You have done NOTHING but bite and complain right back into the community and for what? The complaints go up the chain of command not down.
I want you to disband the hospital board if you can with your mighty and empty words. You are no better than a spoiled child! Time to impeach you. So much bad has happened on your watch and with all the failures it's pathetic to say American Samoa has come a long way.
You point fingers, play the blame game, deny things, spend unauthorized money, sneak out back doors, complain to the community (on the radio), made airwaves with Hawaiian Air and got nowhere, bad business choices, anti-American (no flag saluting zone), Veto Bills with a lame excuse, no proper long term solution for the Manu'a people (transportation), purchase useless boats, raised taxes and broke the economy.
There's more, but then what the hey, you'll only complain even more
Director Tusi, it was beautifully presented, showing a glimpse of what makes a Samoan woman, man or child because of the upbringing what is expected from each individual through whatever the problems of their lives may bring on a day to day basis, similarities to any other culture in the world.
Based on Scripture, philisophical words, powerful words from one, the "Orator" as in the old days, my sister reminded me the competition of who has the best speech, during what ever the activity, a wedding or funeral, etc. this one would be given with whatever he wants money, fine mats, food, tradition, she would travel with our father, who was an Orator for his family in the 60's. Thank you Director Tusi for the movie that focuses on the good things, loving one another, and fulfilling your destiny because of Love! And not only the way we Samoans in past generations lived/but live presently, is so beautifully presented in the movie for present generations to admire! Sincerely, Litia
Always remember the body count at the morgue. Togiola has just told everyone, in his eyes we are all DEAD. Recall is the only hope for the people.
The fellas are in the helm at the meantime are knuckle heads. They don't have no remorsed, nor any compasionate for the people. They are total tyrants of course, and they need to be disciplined by the people in some fashion way I shall say., would probbably put some sense in their heads to do what is right.
Amazes me about this whole ridiculous deal with LBJ. Where is the Department of Interior (DOI) stands in this mess? They are all silent about the chaos. I thought the Governor himself went and meet with the Secretary Salazar not to long ago in Honolulu, Hawaii....Was it really!, or was it a vacation for him and his wife? And not a meeting with Salazar? I wonder what were those meeting subjects.....Because I don't see anything changes, but more into chaos problems still.
I think those guys at the (DOI) better come out those closets and do something, instead of collecting all the money coming to American Samoa, and no help given to relegate problems with (LBJ) and more.
Hawkeye, get ready, lets go and rescue the island or it will sink along with its funds. These fellas will get a reward of ignominous death from the Lord., according to their service they render here dishonestly toward the people of American Samoa. They are not going to get away with it.
I don't think the group of Sniper Marines has nothing to do with Nazi, or any type of alludeness toward the article above. United States Marines posting in this article are prepared for a mission. Someone is putting more thoughts to what the Marines are doing on their mission., the Marines are doing is to defend the U.S.A. and its allied.
There is nothing to be investigated of what the Marines are doing unnecessarily, or out of the ordinary by the snipers team. We had done the very same thing in Vietnam 40 and some years ago, and so what makes it different now? Get over it, and also stop over looking combat activity toward defensing our freedom from terrorist activity. It is the spirit of the United States Marine Corps is to kill, kill, kill. That is the Marines' main mission we were training for to do in the past and present always.
I'd like to challenge the kovana to list the things that are "good" going on. Maybe "the newspaper" would cover these stories if they were brought to it's attention... Sorry Governor, the LBJ mess IS your administrations fault. OH I just thought of the good things going on, Flag Day is coming up, and the Lt. Kovana is busy laying out plans for giving out money that the government does not have! PEOPLE! Fa'amolemole THINK before you vote the next time!
Believe me when I say, "It's the people in your own church that have stolen those items". Who else would know of when to surgically strike and remove those items taken? Know of anyone who has a new PA system? or a family who never could afford A/C suddenly get one being used in their room? These people will live with hunger everyday of their lives because they will always want what they could never have. EVER! 'E ola lava ma le fia 'ai 'e pei o gi magu ma pua'a 'ai vao 'e fia ola i aso 'uma ma le fia fai mea. Your curse dudes.
I remember that disgraceful faipule from Manu'a who tried to make a joke about the very serious subject of LBJ's financial crisis. He thought he was funny with his joke. He also was trying to humiliate Board member Moananu and the palagi CEO just to get a laugh from his fellow faipules. Hope Manu'a doesn't re-elect that one. Ua ma'imau le nofoa o Manu'a i lenei faipule ai valea.
SO for once Hawaiian Air is actually doing us a favor by flying on a day we want? WOW! If it came with say like $150.00 off from the air fare, then I would kick myself in the ass, but wow. They switched days like it's REALLY gonna matter what days the flights come in on. In doing this, are they gonna upgrade their personality?