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Here’s what it will take to help the local GOP reform and make the Legislature a more balanced place for policymaking.
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For Cynthia Thielen, Decades Of Public Service Are ‘Just The Right Thing To Do’
The former longtime legislator, attorney and community activist is still deeply involved in her community.
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Neal Milner: Want To Be More Politically Engaged? Join A Group
You can be the most passionate, educated activist in the world, but you may still need company to succeed.
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Keeping UH Competitive In A Changing College Sports Landscape
In the NIL era, doing nothing risks a downward spiral. UH needs a balanced approach to stay competitive.
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The Sunshine Blog: Zoom-Bombing Zealots Bombard Hawaiʻi Boards
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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Trump’s Second Term Is Reshaping US Science
Unprecedented cuts and destabilizing policy changes are causing fundamental shifts in scientific research and outcomes.
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A Voters Guide To The 2026 Legislative Session And Beyond
Let lawmakers know even before they convene that your support at the ballot box hinges on what they do starting next month.