Hawaiian sovereignty movement

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== Hawaiian Sovereignty Movement ==

The Hawaiian sovereignty movement is a political and cultural campaign to gain sovereignty, self-determination, and self-governance for the Native Hawaiian people. The movement seeks to address historical injustices, including the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom in 1893 and the subsequent annexation of Hawaiʻi by the United States in 1898.

Historical Background

The Hawaiian sovereignty movement has its roots in the late 19th century when the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi was a recognized independent nation. The kingdom was overthrown in 1893 by a group of American and European businessmen with the support of the U.S. military. This led to the establishment of a provisional government and eventually the Republic of Hawaiʻi, which sought annexation by the United States.

In 1898, the Newlands Resolution was passed by the U.S. Congress, leading to the formal annexation of Hawaiʻi. Native Hawaiians have since sought to reclaim their sovereignty and restore their cultural and political rights.

Key Events

• 1893: The overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom.
• 1898: The annexation of Hawaiʻi by the United States.
• 1993: The Apology Resolution was passed by the U.S. Congress, acknowledging the overthrow and apologizing to Native Hawaiians.

Objectives

The objectives of the Hawaiian sovereignty movement include:

• Restoration of the Hawaiian Kingdom or establishment of a new form of self-governance.
• Recognition of Native Hawaiian rights and self-determination.
• Preservation and promotion of Hawaiian culture and language.
• Reparation for historical injustices and land reclamation.

Organizations and Leaders

Several organizations and leaders have been prominent in the Hawaiian sovereignty movement, including:

• Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA)
• Ka Lāhui Hawaiʻi
• Nation of Hawaiʻi
• Hawaiian Kingdom Government
• Leaders such as Haunani-Kay Trask and Dennis "Bumpy" Kanahele.

Current Status

The movement continues to gain momentum, with various factions advocating for different forms of sovereignty, ranging from federal recognition similar to Native American tribes to complete independence. The United Nations has also been involved in discussions regarding the rights of indigenous peoples, including Native Hawaiians.

Related Pages

• Overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom
• Annexation of Hawaii
• Apology Resolution
• Native Hawaiians
• Hawaiian culture
• Hawaiian language
• Office of Hawaiian Affairs
• Ka Lāhui Hawaiʻi
• Nation of Hawaiʻi
• Hawaiian Kingdom Government