Categorize the comment on the basis of obscenity. If the comment is obscene output Yes, otherwise output No.

[EX Q]: Ok, now we're back to my point.  Unfortunately, it is apparent that pedestrians (and probably bikers too) need explicit instructions to help them ensure their own safety.  The feel good rhetoric on the city's website is not enough; its not working.  

The final draft of Vision Zero needs to be something tangible, not rhetoric.  Otherwise, it seems people will continue to let themselves "be killed at alarming rates", such as walking into travel lanes.  Since it is the pedestrians and bikers who are the ones being "killed", why continue resisting pro-active safety measures that bikers and pedestrians can use to help themselves stay alive? 

To make a real difference, I would think in terms of a since and frank resolution that applies exclusively to the vulnerable.  There are all kinds of forums that apply specifically to consumers, as a self-help tool preventing them from being ripped-off.  It works for consumers, why not for pedestrians and bikers?
[EX A]: No

[EX Q]: Patricia Blair: Instead of coming across as an insensitive hater, try tapping into the Aloha Spirit & have some empathy.

Public servants, especially on the Congressional level are saturated with many problems, cares & concerns. I would venture to say that it is quite a demanding job, especially for those who serve from Hawaii, having to travel all the way to D.C.

Mark Takai made a promise to his constituents & to the State of Hawaii to serve his term. He is keeping his promise. Many politicians who get voted into office, find a better opportunity, bails out of the office BEFORE their term ends. Then the public is outraged, for lack of commitment.

So, even in the face of a life threatening illness. Mark could step down, but then we the taxpayers would have to foot the bill for the special election!

Furthermore, what specific votes did Mark miss? We're those votes crucial for Hawaii? How many votes that had something to do with Hawaii did Mark miss?

HAMAU! (Peace be still!) Aloha!
[EX A]: No

[EX Q]: It was sarcasm CM. Sorry you didn't catch that. (Also sarcasm.)
[EX A]:
No