John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023
John Pritchett: Sinking Feeling
A recent ABC News / Washington Post poll shows the president’s approval rating at 36%, the lowest of any first-term president a year and a half away from the next election.
John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023
John Pritchett: Democracy Dies In Darkness
While some good sunshine bills passed, many of the strongest measures intended to restore public confidence in government died with little explanation in the final days of the 2023 Legislature.
John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023
John Pritchett: Benched
CNN’s Don Lemon and Fox News’ Tucker Carlson were both abruptly fired from their respective networks Monday, and for a variety of reasons that are still unfolding.
John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023
John Pritchett: Over The Rainbow
Mayor Rick Blangiardi says the first leg of Honolulu’s rail project should be up and running within three months. Yes, three months.
John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023
John Pritchett: In The Weeds
Potholes. Litter. Homeless camps. Overgrown grass in medians. Why is Hawaii’s largest city so poorly maintained?
John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023
John Pritchett: Ruling The Roost
Some argue that Hawaii Speaker Scott Saiki is too powerful. Others say that’s an exaggeration. But there is little doubt that he’s the head of the House.
John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023
John Pritchett: Flush Money
Consultants working on plans for a new Aloha Stadium racked up millions of dollars in costs including for things like first-class travel. An audit is now planned.
John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023
John Pritchett: Sweet Deal
A city commission appointed by elected officials is proposing big salary increases for some of those very same elected officials.
John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2023
John Pritchett: Joint Referral
The Hawaii Senate advanced a bill that would legalize the recreational use of small amounts of pakalolo. But will the House of Representatives inhale?