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

What does it mean to be a good citizen in a world full of challenge and temptation?

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

The county won't talk about its communications strategy regarding the deadly Lahaina fire, including who is making decisions on what to tell the public.

Compliance with taking a mandatory ethics course has increased significantly, but some organizations still lag.

Public access at the State Capitol barely existed until 1989 when House Democrats succeeded in enacting major reforms. Their work is still a template for future reform.

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

While an Office of the Public Advocate would be one way to hold officials accountable, there are other options.

She discusses economic concerns following the August wildfires, the steep challenges in rebuilding, and why it's important for public officials to speak directly and frequently with the media.

The obvious conclusion: It's covering its bureaucratic ass.