Washington is scandalized by scandals — Benghazi, the IRS and the Tea Party, the DOJ and The Associated Press. Or is it?

Civil Beat political junkies Chad Blair and Kery Murakami — the latter ensconced in a Senate Press Gallery phone booth — talk about the talk of D.C.

Especially important to Hawaii: The possibility of millions of federal dollars to help the state help Micronesians, thanks to the efforts of Sen. Mazie Hirono.

If we don't do it, who will?

Every election has the potential to shape the future of Hawaiʻi.

Civil Beat provides the independent, in-depth reporting voters need to make informed decisions — not just campaign headlines, but rigorous reporting on candidates, policies and the issues that matter most.

Your support ensures this essential public service remains free and accessible to every voter, helping strengthen our democracy and hold those seeking power accountable.

About the Authors