Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
US Territories Have A Voice In Congress But No Vote. Here’s Why
Some 3.6 million residents of U.S. territories can vote in presidential primaries but not the general election because of where they live.
Office of the Governor
The Sunshine Blog: Changing Of The Guard At Hawaiʻi Emergency Management
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
The Sunshine Blog: Montana Man Charged With Threatening Hawaiʻi Governor
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
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The Sunshine Blog: This Trump Lawyer Just Got A Job With Gov. Josh Green
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2012
The Sunshine Blog: Department Of Haole Home Lands? Who’s Behind The Lawsuit
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Hawaiʻi Primary Shows There’s Still Hunger For Public Service
High-profile corruption cases and voter apathy have not crimped the desire to run for office.
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Should An American Feel Guilty Rooting Against The US In The World Cup?
Success or failure on the pitch isn’t likely to bring about meaningful political change.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Charter Commission Still Undecided On The Mayor Hiring The Police Chief
The Honolulu Charter Commission has vetted hundreds of proposals. There are still a few on the table.
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Ann Wright, Hawaiʻi’s Global Warrior For Peace, Is Not Giving Up The Fight
The retired Army colonel has been active on the frontlines of protest, from the Iraq War to Gaza, from Cuba to Minneapolis, from Red Hill to Pearl Harbor.
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The Roots Of Hawaiʻi’s Public Arts Scene
How one artist’s kuleana colored the walls in Hawaiʻi.