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Hawaii’s problems can only be solved through conscious engagement and diligent attention to things that can sometimes seem inconsequential.

It’s unlikely that GOP Senate leaders will stick with the idea of not voting on a new nominee. If Obama moves forward, here are two candidates who might be on the short list.

Let’s not bury ourselves so far in red tape that improvements to our transportation infrastructure come to a grinding halt.

Increasing income even in small amounts for low-income families can relieve some toxic stress for children in those households and have lasting benefit.

Most Americans now pay local sales taxes when they make purchases online, but not those living in the islands.

Hawaii Gas’ promotion of liquid natural gas as a money-saving bridge fuel ignores its significant costs to the environment and climate.

Housing shortages, finite freshwater supplies, heavy reliance on imported foods — these are among the issues Hawaii must address for a sustainable future.

Before you cheer the demise of Maui’s last sugar plantation, consider that the islands need agricultural diversity in order to feed local people and help the economy to thrive.

The School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability uses a town hall model where students, teachers and administrators make binding decisions.

Despite all the concern about the dictates of the federal and state governments, the fact is control remains firmly in the hands of schools.