Hawaii Legislature Should Expand Preschool Programs
At the same time, the state Department of Education needs to make sure it participates in federal grant programs that help pay for early education opportunities.
The Economy and Exports: For Hawaii, It Was a Very Good Year
Upcoming Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement talks on the Big Island could further boost prospects for state’s exporters.
The Risk of Divesting From Fossil Fuels Is Immaterial
Studies show a carbon-free portfolio will perform just as well.
Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Needs to Answer Questions About Chief of Staff
A controversial staff hire and her persistent digs at the president have caused many to question the congresswoman. Whether the criticism endures depends in large part on her.
Letter to the Honolulu City Council: Hoopili Doesn’t Fit
If today鈥檚 traffic is bad, then in 2035 with Hoopili and the rest of the planned developments, traffic will be severely congested.
Tom Yamachika: When it Comes to the GET, Legislators are Piling On
While some of the tax measures have died, others are alive. A look at the bills proposing to raise the GET this session.
Honouliuli National Monument: Important Window to Dark Past
Establishment of the monument at the site of Hawaii’s largest and longest-used World War II internment camp ensures that its story is shared with future generations.
Carleton Ching: It’s Time to Start Over
Roundly criticized for his first choice, Ige should look for a new nominee whose background doesn’t call the governor’s own judgment into question.
Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, Hawaii and Annexation
A student from Hawaii queried the judicial firebrand about the way the U.S. took formal control of the Islands. He got an answer.
Being Black in Hawaii Is Something Few People Talk About
It has been my experience that some black people will attempt to find alliances with non-white people when they come to Hawaii.