A recent article noted that “more than 50% of Native Hawaiians are now living outside of the state” (“Leaving for Las Vegas: Reaching out to Native Hawaiians,” Star-Advertiser, June 26).

Therefore, why focus on expanding services to Native Hawaiians on the mainland?

This is America and the choice to relocate is a personal decision. So why would you now implement a “same benefits and assistance” program for a non-taxpaying Native Hawaiian who made a personal decision to move away from Hawaii?

The solution is to terminate the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, which is a burdensome agency for Hawaii taxpayers.

All dedicated funds for Native Hawaiians should remain in Hawaii.

Patrick N. Custino

Kaneohe

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