Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Let The Sunshine In
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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.
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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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The Roots Of Hawaiʻi’s Public Arts Scene
How one artist’s kuleana colored the walls in Hawaiʻi.
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The Sunshine Blog: Honolulu Ethics Commission Is Still Dodging The Public
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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Hawaiʻi Democrats: Trump Has Given The Party An Opportunity To Win
Thanks to the struggles of an unpopular White House, top Dems believe political winds are pushing them toward huge victories this fall.
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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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Honolulu Needs Wastewater Compliance, Not Blind Spending
The city must choose a path that can satisfy federal law, the consent decree and environmental protection requirements.