Monthly Archives: August 2020

For policy wonks working on affordable housing. While the below piece is Kauai specific, I think the principles are important and universal. Hooser – Policy and Politics Title: Affordable Housing – Which side are you on? The affordable housing conversation … Continue reading →

Aloha, A friend sent me a short message a few days ago asking, “Where do we go from here?” My initial response was simply, “Forward.” Later, I added, “We rest a bit, then we go back at it. We help … Continue reading →

#winning In a stunning display of strength for the progressive movement in Hawaii, Kim Coco Iwamoto is within 162 votes of beating Speaker of the House Scott Saiki, arguably one of the most powerful men in Hawaii. HD26 (Kakaako) Hawaii … Continue reading →

Does anyone else find it interesting that a lobbyist for Monsanto is running the House Leadership PAC? House Leadership by definition is Speaker Scott Saiki and his team. You really can’t make this stuff up. A Political Action Committee established … Continue reading →

If you believe that our criminal justice system needs an overhaul then Jacquie Esser is your candidate for Honolulu Prosecutor. If you believe that people should not go to jail simply because they are poor and homeless, then Jacquie is … Continue reading →

The absolute final day to vote in the 2020 Primary Election is August 8th, but the deadline to mail-in your Ballot has passed. Please consider voting this week, in person at a “Voter Service Center” or drop off your ballot … Continue reading →

It’s crunch time. Today is the last day to vote by mail, but I strongly encourage everyone to join me and vote in person today. Yes, vote in person! See locations below – I tried voting by mail but my … Continue reading →