Ben Creps

Ben Creps is a lawyer in Honolulu. His opinions are his own.

Absolute Secrecy Thwarts Understanding And Reform Of Child Welfare Services Getty Images/iStockphoto

Absolute Secrecy Thwarts Understanding And Reform Of Child Welfare Services

Many states have open dependency hearings and allow the public more ability to understand why decisions are made about vulnerable children and families.

Lamenting Environmental And Social Ills Is Not Enough; We Must Act Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2015

Lamenting Environmental And Social Ills Is Not Enough; We Must Act

Hawaii’s problems聽can only be solved through conscious engagement and diligent attention to things that can sometimes seem inconsequential.