Honolulu Must Quicken the Pace on Affordable Housing
As housing prices rise and the shortage of affordable rentals remains unaddressed, there is a disturbing lack of urgency in the city’s response to this growing need.
MLK’s Lessons for Hawaii: A Leader Who Can Unite Us
Hawaii seems to be winning significant battles, yet losing the war against greed, corruption, and oppression overall.
Feds Need to Move Forward With Critical Habitat Plan for the Hawaiian Monk Seal
NOAA needs to act now to classify most of Hawaii’s coastal areas as essential habitat for the endangered monk seal or risk losing an iconic species.
Achieving the Impossible: A Renewable Energy Future
Beginning to replace fossil fuels with renewables saved $67 million, or about $150 per household, in 2012 alone.
Hawaii’s Bold New Approach to Energy Policy
Bills signed into law Monday by Gov. Ige and a recent decision by the UH Board of Regents prove the state’s deep commitment to energy sustainability.
Achieving a Better Life for People with Disabilities and Their Families
A new tax law that allows disabled individuals to open tax-free savings accounts needs state enacting legislation here to help people in Hawaii.
A Community Leader鈥檚 Anti-Gay Record
Mitch D鈥橭lier has had a longstanding close relationship with the religious-right Hawaii Family Forum.
An Unprecedented Year for Transgender Americans
Changing laws and policies and the splashy debut of a transwoman superstar are promising news for a people struggling to find their place in this country.
Tom Yamachika: ‘Resort Fee’ Is in Need of Revamping
We owe it to the industry to come up with clear, no-nonsense rules that everyone can abide by.
Leadership Transition Finds East-West Center at a Crossroads
As its longtime president prepares to step down, the center must get serious about new leadership, strategic planning, funding and partnerships.