Monthly Archives: June 2024

Unpacking the 2024 Kaua’i Primary – Policy and Politics in todays The Garden Island newspaper

The upcoming primary election ballot for Kaua’i at first glance looks a little boring – but read through because it’s not. Not one member of our state legislative delegation has a primary challenger. US Representative Jill Tokuda is also running … Continue reading

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Bizarre “back-story” of Kauaʻi County Council – now underway

A must read to get a glimpse at the bizarre Kauaʻi County Council “back-story” now going on. Journalist Emma Grunwald writing for “Kauaʻi Now” does her homework and quotes directly from what are normally private “executive session” minutes. If you … Continue reading

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Policy and Politics – What’s your na’au got to do with it?

Someone said to me recently, “Why do you bother doing the work you’re doing? Nothing you or I do is going to make a difference.” My answer is, I don’t have a choice. I am blessed (or cursed depending on … Continue reading

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SB3202/Act 39 – The whipping boy of affordable housing policy – for policy wonks, political geeks, and lawyers

In an effort to clear out my brain, I am compelled to think it through, and put down my thoughts in writing. If you’re someone who likes to get into the weeds, you might enjoy the reading – Others maybe … Continue reading

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