the Hawaiian nation had sought international recognition with the world court but it failed as no one agreed to such recognition.  also, they petitioned the congress for independence and was rejected.  so, there is nil chance that the hawaiian activists will get what they want.  sorry, I was not speaking about all Hawaiians, just the Hawaiian activists factions which there are several; they make the biggest noise.  but still there are many Hawaiians while not activists do have mixed feelings about the take over.   all this commotion about the two telescopes is making people questioning the real purpose of their objections.  it seems that when they want to stop something, they always claim the religious objection.  are these mountains really sacred, how come they were not previously identified as such and only now?  I respect the mainsteam Hawaiians, but these activists are a bunch of trouble makers, making it difficult for everyone.