Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaiʻi Cannot Wait. It’s Time To Raise The Minimum Wage
Scheduled increases in the minimum wage will come too late now that Congress has passed Trump’s tax and budget bill.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
What Is The Real Cost Of Affordable Housing In Hawaii?
We can make an educated guess, but it would help if government agencies tracked and reported the relevant data.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Addressing Homelessness: A Call For Investment And Action
A significant portion of our population is just one paycheck away from being homeless, and housing costs continue to rise, exacerbating the problem.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Silver Bullet Solutions For Affordable Housing
But everyone has to give a little to help solve our problems.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii Could Lose More Affordable Units Than It’s Possible To Replace
These losses are significant and impact our communities in many ways. But there are possible solutions.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Bill 89’s Ripple Effect On Honolulu’s Housing Market
Affordable units for sale and rent will increase for the public, effectively creating a non-subsidized housing initiative.
PF Bentley/Civil Beat
The Link Between Low Wages And High Housing Costs
Overall, increasing the minimum wage is a net positive to all of Hawaii.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Treat The Housing Supply Like One More Critical Infrastructure
Everyday people in Hawaii need adequate housing, and the government should help.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Hard Realities Of Making A Difference In Affordable Housing
We can make a difference in the least affordable market in America. Do we have the political will to do it?