Jack, instead of recognizing the devastating impact of the Mau wildfires, real estate developers and scammers alike see an opportunity to profit.

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Predatory land developers are cold-calling survivors and lurking around emergency shelters to speak with residents of Lāhainā. Not to offer help or comfort in the wake of a tragedy — but to capitalize on the vulnerable homeowners who have just lost everything.

Hawaiians have already had to fight to keep their culture alive and for vital resources with the boom of tourism and industrial plantations throughout the islands. We can help them focus on the restoration of Lāhainā by urging Congress to protect the rights of local residents.

Add your name and demand that Congress protect the property rights of native and local Hawaiians affected by the fires in Lāhainā.

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Thanks for all you do,
Mayra Souza, Daily Kos

P.S. Below is an email we sent out earlier demanding that Congress protect Hawaiian property rights:

Jack, as Hawaiians grapple with losing their homes and loved ones after devastating wildfires, they now face another threat: predatory real estate developers and scammers.
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In the aftermath of the fires, real estate developers are cold-calling survivors, even approaching them at emergency shelters, not to offer assistance but to exploit their vulnerability and buy their fire-ravaged lands at a steep discount.

The Governor of Hawaii, Josh Green, has rightly expressed his intention to prevent these predatory land grabs. He is exploring options for a moratorium on sales of properties damaged or destroyed by the fires.

This is not just a matter of property; it's about preserving a community with a thousand years of history. Lāhainā, the original capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii, is a living testament to Hawaiian heritage, culture, and resilience.

We urge Congress to act swiftly and decisively. Hawaiians have already faced numerous challenges in preserving their culture amidst the boom of tourism and industrial plantations. Now, more than ever, they need protection from those who see their tragedy as a business opportunity.

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Thank you for fighting with us,
Mayra Souza, Daily Kos