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In his dual roles as lawmaker and state party chair, Adrian Tam talks about why reform happens so slowly in the Hawaii Legislature.

Lawmakers have introduced lots of bills in response to the fires in August, including measures to provide housing and rebuild historic Lahaina. And hundreds of millions of dollars have already been diverted from projects like school construction and repair.

The Unity March in Lahaina was a reflection of both Native Hawaiian values and the unique culture of the Valley Isle.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.

Legislation has been introduced to prohibit illicit demands of individual owners when boards hire attorneys.

We already know the corruption that the current system has produced and is perpetuating. Let’s try something different.

It’s a tough sell though when operating a short-term vacation rental can be so much more lucrative than renting long term.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.

Oahu and the Big Island have recently done it at the county level. The state needs to follow their lead.

More needs to be done to make public service a stable and appealing career to young people.