Anthony Quintano/Civil Beat/2018
Former US Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Says She’s Leaving The Democratic Party
The one-time Hawaii congresswoman has become a darling of conservative media for espousing right-wing political talking points.
Bryan Berkowitz/Civil Beat/2020
Voters To Decide If Maui Mayor Can Ask Appointees To Sign Undated Resignation Letters
Proposed county charter amendments focus on financial disclosures, conflicts of interest and other ways to boost the public’s faith in government.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Reluctant Standards Commission Proposes Term Limits For Hawaii Lawmakers
The panel also forwarded a bill on legislative meetings but will take more time to examine proposals on public records, meetings and a state voters guide.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
GOP Geography: In Hawaii, Support For Republicans Has Grown In Ewa And Kona
The Aug. 13 primary saw Republican turnout rise significantly, especially in rural areas.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2018
Danny De Gracia: Our Next Governor Must Not Fail To Lead
Clear, consistent communication about the issues that matter, what they mean for all of us and what the public needs to do about it is vital.
Courtesy: Kauai County Council
Kauai Voters Rarely Elect Women To County Council. Will That Change This Election?
Unlike other counties, Kauai’s council has never had a female majority. Experts say voter bias isn’t to blame.
Screenshot: Hawaii Senate/2022
Tougher Campaign Finance Laws Top Standards Commission Agenda
The proposals come in the wake of high-profile bribery charges against elected officials.
Christina Jedra/Civil Beat/2022
Neal Milner: Are You Really Willing To Throw The Rascals Out?
Everybody likes to complain about corruption, but what if it means voting for the enemy?
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2018
Honolulu Lawmaker Matt LoPresti Arrested On Suspicion Of Intoxicated Driving
Updated: Rep. Matt LoPresti was arrested Thursday, a little more than a year after Rep. Sharon Har was also arrested for drunken driving.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
A Progressive Super PAC Seeks To Change Hawaii Politics
Our Hawaii Action is creating a super PAC and 501(c)4 dark money group to influence voters in favor of progressive candidates.