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Trump’s Hawaii Visit Inspires Supporters, But More Opponents
A lonely contingent of Honolulu Tea Party members were in a welcoming mood that wasn’t shared by people at a Capitol rally.
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Gabbard Denounces Democratic Party’s National Leaders
She releases a video and a statement calling for Democrats to “take our party back from the special interests of a powerful few.”
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This May Be The Election When We Stop Ignoring OHA
Two high-profile challengers will spice up the races for the embattled Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees.
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Neal Milner: Pointers For When You’re Stuck Talking Politics
These are conversations many of us try to avoid. But when the time comes, you might as well be persuasive.
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Kauai Mayor Wants To Be Hawaii’s Lieutenant Governor
Stressing education and family issues, Bernard Carvalho Jr. joins a crowded field of candidates for the state鈥檚 No. 2 job.
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Pod Squad: Dan Akaka Talks About His Hopes For Hawaii
The former Hawaii U.S. senator, now 93, has a lot to say about life and leadership.
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Chad Blair: Doug Chin Sure Sounds Like He Might Run For Congress
The AG’s dominance of the headlines may be scaring off potential candidates for the seat being vacated by Rep. Colleen Hanabusa.
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GOP Rep. Andria Tupola To Run For Hawaii Governor
The Hawaii House minority leader is expected to formally announce her candidacy in November.
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Chad Blair: Pro-Rail Groups Spent $200K On Special Session Lobbying Blitz
Most of the money came from developers, laborers and contractors with a stake in the Honolulu rail project.聽
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Maui Mayor In Political Hot Water Over Money To Nonprofits
The state’s campaign finance watchdog says Mayor Alan Arakawa gave thousands of dollars to nonprofits in violation of state law.