Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.

The group is engaged in a series of critical issues impacting the islands.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.

Coordinator Christin Johnson and Chair Mark Patterson discuss funding challenges, staffing shortages, safety issues, investigations and rehabilitation at the state’s prisons and jails.

Pressure has been building on legislative leaders to launch their own investigation into the possible bribe of one of their members.

The state Elections Commission has asked the Legislature to revert to in-person, same-day voting. But experts say voting by mail is safe and popular.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.

The leadership of both chambers must be shown it will be politically costly if they ignore public opinion this time.

Honolulu should follow Seattle’s lead and put this candidate campaign reform directly into the hands of voters.

Civil Beat’s Digital Democracy database counts every missed vote during the 2025 session.