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

They call out the wrongs and point the way to building a better world for Hawaii.

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

Increasing public participation on boards and committees could help alleviate growing frustration and community distrust about the direction of the state.

The Honolulu rail authority has upset The Outdoor Circle and area residents for cutting down kamani trees along the planned fixed guideway system.

Utilities complain about the cost but the cost of not undergrounding electrical lines is often even higher.

Climate change continues to threaten native birds, but a potential fix is in the offing.

And Native Hawaiian voices must lead this conversation.

When your house is gone, small human interactions color day-to-day reality.

There’s something wrong when whistleblowers and victims fear getting in trouble but those who misbehave do not.