Layoffs, economy hit Pohnpei workers

GARY T. KUBOTA / [e-mail] Although aware of the pending layoffs, Maui Land & Pineapple Co.

[edward kelly]

This is a sad sign of the
faltering American economy.
This story is going to be
repeated in the Hawaii tourist
economy next year but in a more
dramatic way. Tourist count will diminish by 20%. It is
the only subject the politicians
should be discussing in Hawaii.

[badayu]

Remember the US dropping bombs at Truk Island (now named Chuuk) and other areas of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) way back when? Well to make up for that fact, they get to come and go and work and play in the US as long as they don't become criminals. Criminals would then require a Visa from the State Department, and are subject to deportation.

[Big Chuck]

Just laid off myself. Thought it would never happen in my lifetime. Was I suprised. Found this website that might help others as well: www.laidoffsupport.com

[serepein]

iahpw poakeikumwaila....join the army.....lol.....

[TOXIC]

This is a good time to be a Chuukes because you wouldn't worry about getting laid off because you are jobless.

LFMAO

[mar]

I believe it is the time to return the workers that like to drink,and couse trouble instead of work hard and try to send some money to suppport their family back home. And those who are truley working hard for their family need to look for other jobs anywhere in the us.this is USA, jobs everywhere,its just the matter of what you like to do.

[Heidi]

Kasehlehlia! Unfortunately, there is little paid work back home on Pohnpei, unless you want to drive a taxi. It is sad that the Micronesians on Maui got a chance to get a little bit ahead, and now will be out of work, competing with everyone else for the few jobs out there. I wish you all the best in your search for survival.