Column: Scalpel, not chainsaw, for government reform
Elon Musk seems to think that the government can be handled in the same way as a business might be — by a ruthless owner. Read more
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Off the news: Hilo gains four new preschool classrooms
In good news for Hilo parents and a smart use of the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center campus, Hawaii’s Executive Office on Early Learning and state School Facilities Authority (SFA) are constructing a four-classroom preschool on center grounds. Read more
Editorial: Poor timing for a state official raise
State officials are in for a healthy raise over the next six years after a state Commission on Salaries’ recommendation to boost pay for legislators, judges and department executives unanimously passed on March 13. Read more
Off the news: The show goes on at Blaisdell Concert Hall
After a nearly two-year closure for renovations at the Blaisdell Concert Hall, audiences might not immediately notice major changes. Read more
Letter: Keiki shouldn’t have to endure grave diseases
I’m sad to read that a letter writer opposes a “stricter vaccine law” for our school children (“School vaccine bill is example of overreach,” Star- Advertiser, March Opens in a new tab4) Opens in a new tab. Read more
Letter: New Aloha Stadium too much for state to chew
Thanks for the March 9 article reporting on respected developer Stanford Carr’s very direct comments to our legislators on the grand new Aloha Stadium project. Read more
Letter: Lawmakers must take outmigration seriously
Hawaii’s politicians must have a serious conversation about the ongoing brain drain and outward migration from the islands. Read more
Letter: Columnist goes too far in defense of free speech
I am a lifelong advocate of free speech, but David Shapiro’s March 2 column ridicules state Sen. Donna Mercado Kim with over-the-top sarcasm going beyond the pale of journalistic professionalism or simply doing what’s right to advance the cause of free press (“Repent, journalists, repent or face senatorial payback,” Star-Advertiser, Volcanic Opens in a new tabAsh) Opens in a new tab. Read more
Letter: Why single out group for COVID bonuses?
I don’t see why giving bonuses to certain workers during the epidemic is a good idea. Did people in the military get extra pay for their service? Read more
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On Politics: Let’s hope long-time obstacles won’t trip mayor’s goals
In his televised State of the City address last week to kick off his second four-year term in City Hall, Blangiardi’s vocabulary showed how he thinks of his job. Read more
Column: Nurses back common-sense gun laws
Gun violence is not just a crime problem — it is a public health crisis. Read more
Column: Time to consider carbon cashback
Many of us condemned President Donald Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, which established greenhouse gas reduction targets to protect the planet from the worst of climate change. Read more
Editorial: Maui on mend, but aid needed
Thousands remain in “temporary” living arrangements. An outsized number are still looking for work, with an unemployment rate a dismal 8% for fire-affected people. Read more
Letter: East-West Center too precious to let wither
What’s happening in this country is unbelievable. Read more
Letter: U.S. withdrawing as leader in world order
I have never been one to push the idea of “American exceptionalism.” I’ve always thought it sounded a little arrogant. Read more
Letter: Hawaii news, politics give Floridian hope
Having visited beautiful Oahu over the past dozen years, I’ve become more appreciative of state and local issues confronting these beautiful islands. Read more
Letter: A law that cares for America’s caregivers
I want to thank Hawaii’s U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz for backing bills supporting the Credit for Caring Act and recognizing the burden on Alzheimer’s caregivers. Read more
Letter: Tariffs, layoffs aren’t budget silver bullets
The GOP administration has chosen tariffs and furloughs as a prime way of solving most government problems. Read more
Column: Pilikia ke Ke‘ena Mālama Nohona Lāhui
Synopsis: The Social Security Administration might make it harder to access benefits in order to reduce operational costs. Read more
Letter: Neglected cemeteries can be brought back to life
It’s a shame that many old rural community cemeteries are being left to neglect and disrepair. Read more
Letter: National anthem best performed by big bands
The national anthem is a tribute to every American, those who serve in our armed forces and those who sacrificed and died to protect our country. Read more
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