Gov. David Ige’s plan to allow residents who are fully vaccinated to travel interisland is a big step among all the little steps to restore normalcy.
If Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi wants to show he’s an agent of change, Chinatown is the perfect place to do it.
The Hawaii Tourism Authority has a vital role to play.
When Hawaii is fair and works for everyone, there will be less temptation to cut corners or seek deceitful riches.
And Hawaii’s lawmakers should pass legislation that supports workers’ well-being.
No marketing campaign was needed. Tourists are practically beating down the door to get here.
A report requested by House leadership faulted State Auditor Les Kondo for late reports, unqualified staff and inconsistent standards. But Kondo is fighting back, arguing that the real reason behind auditing the auditor is purely political.
The end of the session is looming and lawmakers have failed to deal with the ADC. They need to figure it out during the interim and return in January prepared to act.
Because they are.
When Hawaii is fair and works for everyone, there will be less temptation to cut corners or seek deceitful riches.
And Hawaii’s lawmakers should pass legislation that supports workers’ well-being.
No marketing campaign was needed. Tourists are practically beating down the door to get here.
A report requested by House leadership faulted State Auditor Les Kondo for late reports, unqualified staff and inconsistent standards. But Kondo is fighting back, arguing that the real reason behind auditing the auditor is purely political.
The end of the session is looming and lawmakers have failed to deal with the ADC. They need to figure it out during the interim and return in January prepared to act.
Because they are.
Readers’ views of Hawaii’s future go beyond optimism and pessimism to something deeper.
And Gov. David Ige should sign the bill when it lands on his desk.
Kids like Sykap are born on a path that tilts them into hopelessness and criminality.
