John,

Hawaii has a long history with the U.S. military on the islands using them for bases and training, including live-round on the ground and in the air practice. As a result, the land is now littered with dangerous bombs known as unexploded ordnance (UXO).

These UXO pose an immediate and ongoing danger to the people of Hawaii because it prevents them from using their own land for everything from permanent housing to farming.

The threat is particularly devastating for the native Hawaiian community, who have been waiting for years for the opportunity to build homes, farms, and ranches on their ancestral lands, but the UXO left behind decades ago has made it impossible.

The situation is urgent, and it's time for immediate action to clear these bombs from Hawaii and protect the safety of all communities. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is responsible for leading the remediation efforts, but so far, they have failed in their duty to remove these dangerous weapons.

Write to Lieutenant General Scott A. Spellmon and demand that the Army Corps of Engineers immediately remove all bombs left behind in Hawaii now.

Native Hawaiians have a deep connection to the land, and it is a fundamental part of their cultural identity. The inability to use and access their own land has caused immense cultural loss and a disconnection from their heritage.

The issue of UXO highlights the systemic injustice and continued oppression of indigenous peoples in the United States. The military's use of the land for training purposes without regard for the long-term impact on the local population is a clear example of colonialism and exploitation.

The military's actions have deprived indigenous peoples of their land and resources, and the failure to address the UXO problem perpetuates this ongoing harm.

It is imperative that the Army Corps of Engineers take immediate and decisive action to clear the UXO from Hawaii to ensure the safety and well-being of the indigenous communities that call the land home.

This is not just about physical safety. It’s also about honoring and respecting the cultural significance of the land for the indigenous peoples.

I urge you to take a moment to reach out to Lieutenant General Scott A. Spellmon and demand that the Army Corps of Engineers immediately remove all bombs left behind in Hawaii.

Every voice counts in this important effort to keep communities safe and protect the rights of indigenous peoples.

Thank you for your support in this critical effort.

- Amanda

Amanda Ford, Director
Democracy for America
Advocacy Fund