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‘I Have To Be Involved’: Natalie Iwasa Has Been Rocking The Boat For 20 Years
The Hawaiʻi Kai accountability advocate has advice for other residents who want to tackle community issues.
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The Sunshine Blog: This AI Agent Has A Story To Tell About Lahaina
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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The Sunshine Blog: OHA Board Members Get A Public Spanking. Sort Of
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The Sunshine Blog: Super PAC Avalanche Of Cash Continues
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The Sunshine Blog: Will Ron Kouchi Still Wield The Senate Gavel?
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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The Sunshine Blog: Game Of Thrones At The Honolulu City Council
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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Housing Dominates The Honolulu Charter Vote In Upcoming Election
Itʻs crucial the electorate cast votes on five charter questions that will help get more homes built on Oʻahu, including affordable housing.
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The Sunshine Blog: Lines Being Drawn On Citizens United Might Surprise You
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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Super PACs Tire Of Spending Big On Candidates As Election Nears
Many candidates in Hawaiʻi won their races in the primary or face little opposition in November and just don’t need to raise money anymore.
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When It Comes To Government Transformation, Slow And Steady Wins The Race
Transform Hawaiʻi Government will wrap up its work at the end of the year. But the effort to modernize the state’s technology and computer systems is ongoing.