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I’ve been there. I’ve served a total of 16 years in public office, 8 years on the Kauaʻi County Council and 8 years in the Hawai‘i State Senate. For a short period, I served as State Director of the Office … Continue reading →

Big money is a corrupting influence on our democracy, on our elected leaders, and on the legislative and government decision making process at all levels – County, State, and Federal. The actions of Pacific Resource Partnership (PRP) and related SuperPacs … Continue reading →

My mother turned 94 on July 30th and yes, that’s where Claudette and I have been for the past week – celebrating this beautiful woman, talking story nonstop, revisiting family memories, and eating way too much southern cooking. Mrs. Loretta … Continue reading →

On Wednesday, July 29, at 8:30am, the Kauaʻi County Council is taking up Resolution No. 2026-24, urging Mayor Kawakami and the County Administration “to prioritize waste diversion, curbside recycling, and a Materials Recovery Facility as the Kekaha Landfill nears capacity.” This is … Continue reading →

It’s crazy really. A Hawaiʻi grand jury has brought criminal charges against 4 individuals connected to bribes offered in return for political favors. The Hawaiʻi Lieutenant Governor, a former State Representative, former head of the Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission (PUC), … Continue reading →

According to official records, the newly appointed (April 13) HD28 State House Representative, within his first 50 days in office, paid for with taxpayer funds, the printing and postage for 5 different “constituent mailers”. These mailers were delivered in April, … Continue reading →

In response to the many who are asking…I’ve decided to stay out of the OHA discussion. I was originally going to consult with my Hawaiian friends and allies across the islands, people whose judgement I trust, and then make voting … Continue reading →

Most of us are disgusted and have lost all trust in our government. I for one am sick and tired of reading yet another story about still yet another corrupt Hawaiʻi politician caught taking bribes and or giving their friends … Continue reading →

Your primary election ballot has most likely already been delivered to your home or P.O. Box.. Only 24% of eligible voters, actually voted in the 2024 Hawaiʻi primary election – the lowest turnout in the state’s 65-year existence. (Office of … Continue reading →

Based on my experience serving as a Hawaiʻi State Senator (2002-2010) and as the Senate Majority Leader – the benefit of keeping an entrenched incumbent legislator in office to ensure they continue “bringing in money to the district” is hugely … Continue reading →