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US Pledges More Than $800 Million To Pacific Islands To Thwart China
President Joe Biden says the vast and diverse region will be a “critical voice” in global relations. But major policy disagreements persist.
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Manchin’s Environmental Permitting Plan Splits Hawaii Democrats In Washington
Hawaii Congressman Ed Case and U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz find themselves on opposite sides of the issue.
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What Comes Next For US Rep. Kai Kahele?
The Hawaii congressman was once considered a rising star in Hawaii politics, then he decided to run for governor.
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New Law Expanding Benefits For Exposure To Harmful Toxins Helps Hawaii Veterans
The PACT act makes veterans who served in several countries as well as those who participated in the cleanup of Enewetak Atoll eligible for VA health care and benefits.
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Schatz: New Climate Bill Is ‘An Incredible Economic Opportunity’ For Hawaii
Hawaii’s senior senator talked to Civil Beat about the Inflation Reduction Act and what it means for the islands.
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Congress: Tokuda, Schatz And Case Prevail In Democratic Primary
Former state lawmaker Jill Tokuda survived a barrage of negative attack ads paid for by mainland super PACs to earn a lopsided win over Patrick Branco.
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‘A Vote That Counted’: Case Heads Back To Hawaii After Climate Bill Passes Congress
The Inflation Reduction Act is considered the single largest investment in green energy and other initiatives aimed at reducing planet-warming carbon emissions in U.S. history.
Outside Spending Reaches Historic Levels In Race For Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District
With the election just days away, special interest groups keep trying to sway the election in their favor. So far they’ve spent nearly $1.4 million.
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Does US Sen. Brian Schatz Have ‘A Job For Life?’
Hawaii’s senior senator is on the ballot this year but faces little competition. Some say it’s because he made all the right moves.
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How US Rep. Ed Case Went From Political Outcast To Perennial Frontrunner
The Hawaii congressman was on the outs with the Democratic Party establishment, but now he appears set to win a third consecutive term in Congress.