Randy Roth: Public Corruption In The Land Of Aloha
The Broken Trust and Mailbox Conspiracy scandals are now history, but valuable lessons remain unlearned.
Want More Affordable Housing? Try Reducing Parking Requirements
They provide convenience, but it comes at the cost of effective land use and construction of affordable housing.
Beth Fukumoto: Trump Eligibility Dispute Illustrates Why Hawaii Needs State-Run Presidential Primaries
With our current caucus system, island Republicans could nominate a candidate who won’t be allowed on the general election ballot.
The Sunshine Blog: Power, Ethics And Safety At The Hawaii Legislature
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.
Neal Milner: Applying The Smell Test To Agencies That Insist There’s Nothing To Sniff
What’s worse than government officials distorting the truth? Saying nothing at all.
End Cannabis Prohibition To Benefit Hawaii鈥檚 Underserved Communities
Our criminal legal system continues to adversely impact far too many families and those with behavioral health issues.
Denby Fawcett: Voices From The Private Island Of Niihau Are Brought Back To Life In New Book
The rich lives and traditions of the “Forbidden Isle” were captured in the Hawaiian language newspapers that flourished for more than a century.
Community-Driven Action Needed To Fight Little Fire Ants
The painful pests are invading personal space and even threatening Hawaii鈥檚 food supply.
Limited Equity Co-Ops Could Ease Hawaii鈥檚 Housing Crunch
It looks like any other housing, but it鈥檚 affordable thanks to different financing arrangements.
Danny De Gracia: How To ‘Christmas’ Like A Seasoned Politician聽
Dreading holiday interactions? Political traditions and elected behavior can give us a coping mechanism for dealing with difficult situations and people.