Today is the first day of Women’s History Month, a time when we commemorate the vital role women play in society. To Hawaiians, there is one woman in particular in Hawaiʻi’s history that is considered an icon – Queen Liliʻuokalani. Lydia Liliʻu Loloku Walania Kamakaʻeha (September 2, 1838 – November 11, 1917), or Liliʻuokalani, was the last reigning monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi. During her rule, she proposed a new constitution that would restore veto power to the monarchy and enable the native people of the Islands to have voting rights and a voice in politics. Unfortunately, that constitution was never put in place as she was illegally overthrown by the U.S. because they were threatened by her views. Today, she is remembered as a hero for her resilience, her belief in peaceful resistance, and her strong attempts to always put her kingdom before herself. Today and every day, we celebrate the influential wāhine (women) who have spoken up, challenged society’s expectations, and be...