Most states have them, and some lawmakers argue it would improve transparency and jolt some of their colleagues out of their complacency.
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The Oldest Group Of Influential Hawaiʻi Citizens You’ve Never Heard Of
The Social Science Association is still going strong after 143 years. But its once high-profile community presence has faded from public view.
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What I Learned As A White House Fellow
Hawaiʻi’s values are needed in places of power so that our voices are heard.
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Bright Spots: Shining A Light On Making Hawaiʻi A Better Place
Help us give some much-needed attention to people and programs that are working well in Hawaiʻi.
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The Sunshine Blog: Reinforcements Are On The Way For Honolulu Police Commission
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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Rep. Tina Grandinetti: Union Plaza ‘Hell Hole’ Reveals Systemic Issues
Hawaiʻi needs a movement of organized tenants to take on the power imbalance of landlords.
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Rep. Kim Coco Iwamoto: Why No Special Session For The Hawaiʻi Legislature?
Residents now must wait until next year to tackle pressing problems like protection for immigrants, funding for nonprofits and finding new revenue streams.
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The Sunshine Blog: Josh Green For President? He’s Still Saying Maybe
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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Here’s How To Get The Hawaiʻi Elections Commission Back On Track
The state Elections Commission has gone off the rails. Lawmakers and others have some ideas for fixing it but it won’t be easy.