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But a new political action committee with powerful friends doesn’t cite a source for its estimated price of a constitutional convention.

“There is a very large range of philosophies and views among Democrats, and many power struggles within the party. I believe Democrats hold each other accountable due to this diversity among ourselves.”

“My urban district is under siege — ‘luxury blight’ from Waikiki to Kakaako financed by outside investment aimed at an offshore market, even as residents are screaming for affordable housing.”

“Offering neighbor island residents the opportunity to participate in their state government through technology is not only the right thing to do, it’s inexcusable that we haven’t done it yet.”

“It will be a tough uphill battle to accomplish anything against the other Democratic members. Hopefully the general population has had enough of one party rule-making.”

Our columnist offers a Civics 101 lesson as voters consider amending the state’s governing document.

The Affordable Hawaii Coalition is airing two ads saying the proposal to raise certain property taxes for education is flawed.

“The most important issue facing us in Hawaii Kai is a series of losses of open space due to aggressive development or expiring Kamehameha Schools leases expiring.”

“The statewide school system needs to be decentralized so more decision-making authority rests in the school or school complexes.”

UPDATED: The justices will hold a hearing Oct. 18 regarding the proposed ConAm on the Nov. 6 ballot to raise property taxes for public education.