A higher standard
A higher standard
I was surprised by Mr. Allan Deehr’s recent response on the Alexander Gambsky case. Mr. Deehr states that the pathologist’s report deprived Prosecutor Mitch Roth of proving the charge of murder to a jury or judge. In spite of this important fact, Mr. Deehr states that Roth is to be commended for pursuing the case and getting something for nothing.
At first, Mr. Deehr’s comments appear to make sense. It’s natural to think that something is better than nothing. Prosecutors are, however, held to a higher standard, and charges should never be brought in order to get something for nothing.
The National Prosecution Standards state that a prosecutor should only file charges that he believes can be substantiated by admissible evidence at trial. Believing that the pathologist’s report prevented proof that murder was committed, a prosecutor is duty-bound to decline charging the defendant, no matter how difficult this decision may be.
The people of Hawaii County deserve a prosecutor who can adhere to this higher standard.
Michael Kagami
Keaau
Homeless strategy
I am Matthew Preston from Boy Scout Troop 135. I am working on communication merit badge. Here is my note.
Homeless populations have grown and are getting out of control. Our governor should talk to other states to stop sending homeless to Hawaii.
Every two to three years, we should have a National Homeless Day, where we help and clean up the things that homeless do. It would be on June 7.
Thank you.
Matthew Joseph Preston
Honolulu
Pet food to blame?
This is an open letter to animal enthusiasts everywhere.
(Recently) Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus announced the retirement of their elephant show and the end of training new elephants to perform. This, in spite of the fact that they prevailed in a 14-year lawsuit against their alleged abuse practices.
However, the sleeping giant which is the major cause of animal sickness and disease flourishes among us and is supported by animal lovers everywhere — namely, the pet food industry.
Before you accuse me of libel, consider that I am just a well-read messenger. The supporting research was conducted in the 1930s by Francis M. Pottenger Jr., MD in California. His work is available at ppnf.org in the name of “Pottenger’s Cats — A Study in Nutrition.”
John Begg
Pahoa