Rep. Elle Cochran: Bills Entered ‘Twilight Zone’ As Legislators Rushed To Adjourn
Nothing she saw during eight years of open government on the Maui County Council prepared her for her first chaotic session at the Capitol.
We Need To Take Better Care Of Our Kupuna
It鈥檚 one reason OHA wants to lift the restriction on residential housing on agency lands in Kakaako Makai.
John Pritchett: Sinking Feeling
A recent shows the president’s approval rating at 36%, the lowest of any first-term president a year and a half away from the next election.
Jonathan Okamura: What I Would Have Said At The UH Manoa Graduation Ceremony
Working as an emergency public school teacher would allow graduates to give back to Hawaii.
The Civil Beat Editorial Board Interview: The Pacific Remote Islands Coalition
Sol Kaho鈥榦halahala, Nai鈥榓 Lewis and William Aila explain why the area should be granted sanctuary status by the United States.
Rep. Case Should Abandon Working With GOP On Debt Ceiling
The Hawaii congressman should join Sen. Schatz and President Biden in calling for an immediate “up or down” vote.
Beth Fukumoto: Is It Too Early To Talk About The 2024 Presidential Race? Sadly, No
The Republican presidential primary looks set to be a dramatic political showdown.
The Sunshine Blog: Take Our Post-Session Quiz. Are You A Capitol Insider Or A Confused Outsider?
Short takes, outtakes, observations and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.
Proposed Raises For Honolulu City Officials Are Offensive
There is no justifiable reason the Honolulu City Council should receive a 64% raise.
Naka Nathaniel: Here’s One Thing The Legislature Got Right
Early investments in kids reduces reliance on government support later in life.