From Busboy To House Speaker: Longtime Hawaiʻi Lawmaker Calvin Say Retires
Say’s critics see him as emblematic of Hawaiʻi’s “old boys’” style of politics. He defends his cautious style as necessary to keep the state running smoothly.
Hawai‘i House Finance Chair Has Plans For Big Changes In The Tax Code
Rep. Kyle Yamashita has been talking about shifting millions of dollars in tax surcharge revenue from the counties back to the state.
Senators Urged To Examine Gabbard’s ‘Deep and Intense’ Ties To Hawaiʻi Sect
Tulsi Gabbard’s long involvement with the Science of Identity Foundation raises questions about the judgment and autonomy needed to advise the president on national security.
Tulsi Gabbard Through The Years: What A Long Strange Trip It’s Been
Say what you will about the former congresswoman, she’s always made for good copy.
Danny De Gracia: Newly Elected? Here’s How Not To Be Corrupted
Anyone can run for office, but not everyone wins. Those who made it have a responsibility to work as agents of reform and positive change.
Machetes Are Common Tools In Hawaii – Including For Crime
Knives and cutting instruments, like machetes, are used more often in violent crimes than firearms in Hawaii, statistics show.
Trump’s Support In Hawaii Has Grown Since He First Appeared On Ballots In 2016
It’s the best showing by a Republican nominee in the Aloha State since George W. Bush in 2004.
Here’s What Local Republicans Say A Trump Presidency Will Mean For Hawaii
Trump supporters say a second term should bring peace and prosperity, a lower cost of living and help for Native Hawaiians.
The Island Effect: Hawaii’s Angle In Every Presidential Election
The Aloha State has played roles — sometimes big ones — in national campaigns since 1960.
Hilo Man’s Identity Used In Viral False Attack On Tim Walz
U.S. intelligence officials say it looks like Russian hackers got Matthew Metro’s name and picture from a high school yearbook.