Column: Inclusive support for keiki with autism
April is Autism Acceptance Month — a time to celebrate, educate and advocate for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. Read more
Island Voices
Column: Building walls or bridges? Why trade matters to Hawaii
When we talk about global trade, the conversation often feels far removed, focused on international power dynamics and high-level negotiations. Read more
Column: DPP aggressively pursuing short-term rental fines
The Star-Advertiser’s April 14 article, “City fails to collect millions in rental fines,” lacks important context, including the nature of collections work, the evolution of short-term rental (STR) fines policy, and the lack of city Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) resources. Read more
Column: Resist online gambling’s hollow allure
A recent commentary indicating that online betting is already in play in Hawaii was the typical clever wording from high-paid gambling advocates hired by the predatory gambling industry. Read more
Column: City spending going up, despite fewer residents. Solutions?
Honolulu City and County spending has more than doubled over the past decade despite Oahu’s population declining during the same period, suggesting that now might be a good time for Honolulu lawmakers to start looking for ways to trim the county budget and give Oahu taxpayers a break. Read more
Column: End burdensome, detrimental fines for rehabilitating youth
This year, the Hawaii Legislature is considering Senate Bill 1028, a bill seeking to repeal court-ordered fines and fees issued against youth and their families in the Hawaii Family Court system. Read more
Column: Online sports betting already in play, now is time to regulate
While legal sports betting would be new to Hawaii, it’s already happening across the state — just through unregulated, illegal websites that lack consumer protections. Read more
Column: Assault weapon bill is chance to lead
If I were a state legislator and knew a bill had support from three-quarters of the state, I would do anything to ensure it got to the chamber floor. Read more
Column: A promise to our planet on Earth Day
During Earth Month, we pause to reflect on the bountiful generosity of the Earth and the multitude of ways it sustains and nurtures us. Read more
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Column: Hear what isle foster kids say is needed to thrive
It’s no secret that children in Hawaii foster care can experience truly terrible outcomes. Read more
Column: State, step up as federal cuts threaten conservation
Hawaii’s conservation efforts are at a critical crossroads. For years, environmental organizations like Malama Maunalua have worked tirelessly to protect our reefs, restore coastal ecosystems and safeguard our natural resources. Read more
Column: Celebrating aloha ‘aina means stewardship, funding
When poor land management and a quickly changing planet collide, we witness frightening natural disasters Read more
Column: Investing in climate resilience is critical need
The climate crisis is no longer a distant concern — it’s here, now, reshaping daily life across Hawaii. Read more
Column: Gambling’s costs far outweigh benefits
Proponents argue it will generate revenue, but at what cost? Read more
Column: Why courts need more Filipino judges
The recent appointment of Maria Penn to the Oahu Family Court marks an important and long-overdue step toward greater inclusion of the Filipino community in Hawaii’s judiciary Read more
Column: CEO’s lived experience informs affordable housing blueprint
At the center of HomeAid Hawaii’s mission is a man whose life reflects the very values of compassion, resilience and service. Read more
Column: Online sports betting’s illusory value not worth human toll
During the Great Recession of 2007-2009, as chairman of the state House Finance Committee, I had to address a $1 billion budget shortfall. Read more
Column: No extension for costly, useless Skyline
Rail is a catastrophe that will have wasted $10 billion on an expensive, inadequate system that is not going to relieve traffic congestion. Read more
Column: A path to bridle early learning deficit
Rarely do we have a public policy solution on which we all agree. Read more
Island Voices: Keiki need more safe routes to school
For many children, going to school means everything to them. We can do more to help get them there safely. Read more
Island Voices: We must teach, model pono speech
We must continue to teach the power of positive speech — communication that is truthful, honorable, ethical and kind. Read more
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