Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Lift Interisland Travel Restrictions Now
It’s essential to helping Hawaii’s economy grow at a critical turning point in the pandemic.
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Gov And LG Need To Get On The Same Page On Major Public Statements
Once again, Hawaii’s governor and lieutenant governor are confusing us all when it comes to what’s happening with the state’s recovery plans and projections.
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A Lottery Would Be A Winning Ticket For Education In Hawaii
Hawaii is one of only two states with no legal form of gaming. Bills have been introduced and rejected year after year.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
An Office Of Public Accountability Is Unnecessary And Unwise
Legislation to place five key Hawaii watchdog agencies under one roof is a threat to their independence and our democracy.
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Lawmakers Must Fix The Agribusiness Development Corporation
Two new reports reveal that the government agency has failed miserably in its critical mission to diversify ag.
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The State Of The State Address That Wasn’t
Gov. David Ige missed a singular opportunity to offer much-needed leadership to Hawaii.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Now Is Exactly The Wrong Time To Waste $30 Million Fixing Capitol Pools
The money should be used instead to support critical state services.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2020
Dear Mayor-Elect Blangiardi: Please Add Transparency To Your Agenda
The media often ran into unnecessary roadblocks from the previous administration. Here’s hoping for a fresh start.
Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat
Mayor, Police Chief Owe Public Answers On Surveillance Scheme
Why was the Honolulu medical examiner trailed by an elite intelligence unit?
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It’s Time For America To Ditch The Electoral College
It’s archaic, it’s illogical, it’s undemocratic. U.S. presidents should instead be elected by popular vote.