Neal Milner: Taking Political Debates Less Seriously
Debates in Hawaii are often tedious, even embarrassing. Candidates need the courage to really connect with voters.
Denby Fawcett: Mayor’s Proposal to Keep the Homeless Moving
Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell says a new law would help get homeless off the streets in Waikiki.
Kathleen Kozak: Post-Shinseki, the Big VA Care Problem Remains
Veterans still need to be able to get in to see a doctor. That’s a problem when there aren’t enough doctors.
Asia Matters: Hawaii Might Learn From Indian Leader on Solar Power
India’s new prime minister has a passion for alternative energy that could make the South Asian nation a source of innovation on renewables — and worthy of our attention.
Hawaii Monitor: Legislative Silence Shouldn’t Trump Ethics Oversight
It’s election season so let your lawmaker know that ethics oversight of legislative allowances is important.
Denby Fawcett: Our Favorite Local Hangouts Are Overrun With Tourists
Sometimes our cool spots becomes a little too hot with tourists.
Neal Milner: The Politics of the Aloha Spirit
New book argues that the aloha spirit can motivate political changes.