Homeless in Hawaii

Things have changed quite a bit on Oahu from 10 years ago when we moved b/to California. The Waianae coast, which remains one of the most beautiful drives on Oahu, has been innundated with tent cities, homeless encampments for those unfortunate Hawaiians who have lost their homes, jobs, but surely not hope. It has to be a combination of the economy, drugs, whatever, there needs to be a solution. In addition to Waianae, these encampments can also be seen in Hauula, Kaawaa, Punaluu, and even Kahuku, as well as in town at the beach park at Ala Moana and Kapiolani Park. It really is sad. We fed several homeless people in Kapiolani Beach park on Christmas day, with food from Zippy's. I know not the best food, but still food nonetheless, and the people that we gave the food to were very grateful, especially this couple living underneath a tent/tarp structure at Ala Moana. It is a pressing problem especially in Waianae, where families have been displaced and are living with a bit of shelter. I am not sure how dire the situation is, but it is not the Hawaii that I know, and the people and Government need to step up, and not to just ban camping at Kapiolani or Ala Moana. Mufi needs to figure out a solution.