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Will Caron: Insurance Policy

House Speaker Scott Saiki may have lost reelection, but his political ally, Gov. Josh Green, may appoint him to serve as the state’s insurance commissioner.

By Will Caron

September 15, 2024 · 1 min read

Will Caron

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Will Caron

Will Caron is director of communications at the Hawaii Appleseed Center for Law and Economic Justice, a policy research and advocacy nonprofit. Opinions are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect Civil Beat’s views or that of Appleseed. You can reach him at  info@willcaronhawaii.com.

House Speaker Scott Saiki may have lost reelection, but his political ally, Gov. Josh Green, may appoint him to serve as the state’s insurance commissioner.

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About the Author

Will Caron

Will Caron is director of communications at the Hawaii Appleseed Center for Law and Economic Justice, a policy research and advocacy nonprofit. Opinions are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect Civil Beat’s views or that of Appleseed. You can reach him at  info@willcaronhawaii.com.

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I said it before and I say again, Governor Green is looking to be a one term Gov. The appointment of saiki, will surely have a negative impact on his re-election. His true colors are now revealed. Shame on you Green

taxpayingauntie · 1 year ago

Why things never change

surferx808 · 1 year ago

Isn't this the way it works here? After voting out Mufi he found his way leading the HTA. They never go away, just change venues.

wailani1961 · 1 year ago

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