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Neil Abercrombie

Abercrombie Fired Up About Climate Change Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat

Abercrombie Fired Up About Climate Change

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On a night of passionate statements about the planet's future, Gov. Abercrombie urges Gov.-elect Ige to keep William Aila as head of the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Aiona, Ige Largely Like-Minded on Needed Education Reform

Aiona, Ige Largely Like-Minded on Needed Education Reform

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But the top Hawaii gubernatorial candidates disagree about giving public money to private preschools.
Abercrombie’s Official Portrait Expected to Cost Taxpayers $45,000 Office of the Governor

Abercrombie’s Official Portrait Expected to Cost Taxpayers $45,000

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The Hawaii governor's primary election loss surprised the agency responsible for the project, pushing its unveiling back months.
Chad Blair: Abercrombie the Martyr PF Bentley/Civil Beat

Chad Blair: Abercrombie the Martyr

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Hawaii's governor blames his electoral fall on the gay marriage special session. But is he just trying to make himself feel better after a crushing defeat?
Denby Fawcett: A Pidgin Guide to the Fall of Abercrombie PF Bentley/Civil Beat

Denby Fawcett: A Pidgin Guide to the Fall of Abercrombie

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The Hawaii governor's blunt talk may have been the straight truth but his bedside manner left much to be desired.
The Projector: Pictures From Hawaii’s Dramatic Primary Election Day Cory Lum/Civil Beat

The Projector: Pictures From Hawaii’s Dramatic Primary Election Day

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Our photographers captured the euphoria of victory, the sting of defeat and efforts to remain unified by the political party that dominates Hawaii.
Neil Abercrombie’s Loss and the Future of Hawaii PF Bentley/Civil Beat

Neil Abercrombie’s Loss and the Future of Hawaii

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As we approach the post-Neil era, we should remember that he fell on his political sword to bring the state's finances back from the brink.
Hawaii Governor: Ige Wins It Big! PF Bentley/Civil Beat

Hawaii Governor: Ige Wins It Big!

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AP calls the race for Ige less than two hours after the polls closed. Former Gov. Ariyoshi says he will make "a great governor."
Off the Beat: Abercrombie’s Official Schedule Smacks of Electioneering Gov. Neil Abercrombie

Off the Beat: Abercrombie’s Official Schedule Smacks of Electioneering

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Abercrombie is taking advantage of taxpayer dollars to glad-hand voters throughout the state.
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