The City Council wants to seize Queen Theater in Kaimuki — its reasons were that the building was an eyesore and attracted illegal activity. That may be so, but this property is privately owned. The 4th Amendment of the Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable seizures of property by the government.
Allowing the City Council to do this unconstitutional act would open a door to other seizures. What if it decides it doesn’t like the appearance of others’ homes and businesses? Is it going to seize those as well? The answer should be a resounding no! A different and legal solution should be sought.
Stacie Knight
Kailua
COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS
In the spirit of this season, take a moment to count your blessings. Recent times might’ve been tough — politically, economically or otherwise — but surely there are positives.
Here’s your chance to reflect on what you appreciate. Today through Dec. 9, we’ll be accepting “Count Your Blessings” letters (150 words max) or essays (500-600 words). A collection of these will run in mid-December.
Email to letters@staradvertiser.com; or send to 500 Ala Moana Blvd., Bldg. 2, room 200, Honolulu 96813, c/o Letters.
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