Tracking Corruption And Government Accountability

Civil Beat opinion writers are closely following efforts to bring more transparency and accountability to state and local government — at the Legislature, the county level and in the media. Help us by sending ideas and anecdotes to sunshine@civilbeat.org.

The Sunshine Blog: It's Getting To Be Crunch Time At The Capitol

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

The Hawaii Legislature Resists The Basic Principles Of Sunshine Law

When the public business of democracy is conducted in darkness, shady deals are more common and corruption can flourish.

The Sunshine Blog: Civil Beat Gets A Visit From A VIP, And We Keep On Trackin'

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

Political Gamesmanship In The Senate Illustrates Hawaii's Desperate Need For Ethical Leadership

Sunshine bills and rule changes are not enough if powerful legislators are allowed to rule over fiefdoms at the Capitol.

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