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Hawaii’s Big Donors Pump Millions Into Mainland Political Campaigns
Most of that cash — about $7 million for the midterm elections — went to Democrats, according to federal records.
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Neal Milner: It’s Amazing Turnouts Are This High For Hawaii’s No-Drama Elections
If voting is the cornerstone of democracy, it’s on rickety footing.
Hawaii Ballot Issues Draw $2.7 Million In Campaign Spending
Most of that money won’t end up influencing voters since the measure to raise taxes to fund public schools was thrown out by the state Supreme Court.
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Vote Yes On The HART Board Charter Question
Regardless of one’s feelings about Honolulu’s rail project, the agency overseeing it needs help regarding its makeup and rules.
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What A New Hawaii ConCon Might Look Like
The Hawaiian renaissance ensured the 1978 constitutional convention would enshrine indigenous rights. A lot has changed since then.
Ige Has Raised And Spent Three Times As Much Campaign Cash As Tupola
The Democrat incumbent is financially dominating his Republican challenger in the Hawaii governor race.
Big Island: Council Finalists Talk About Homelessness And Housing
Rebecca Villegas and Kelly Drysdale are facing off to represent a district where many workers cannot afford to live.
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Ige, Tupola Spar In Final Debate Before Election Day
The candidates field questions about housing, sea level rise, President Trump and their own running mates for lieutenant governor.
Pod Squad: Hawaii Democratic Leader Talks About ‘Healing The Party’
Kealii Lopez on her party’s deep bench, the challenge for local Republicans and the state of Democrats under Trump.
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A Vegas Crooner Faces Long Odds In Quest To Unseat Tulsi Gabbard
Maui Republican Brian Evans switched parties to run against the congresswoman. He says she’s more interested in running for president than serving her district.