Category: Opinion
A Bad Time For Legislator Pay Raises
It goes without saying that legislators, judges, and government executives should not be doing this work with expectations of big salaries. This work, after all, is public service.
Paid Family Leave Fails Again in Hawaii
The Hawaii 2025 Legislature has once again rejected a paid family leave bill—this time, HB775.
Appeasement Is Not The Answer
“Do what I tell you, or I will hurt you.” It is the President’s message.
Brainstorming A Path Forward
At the end of the day, we must somehow chart a course that brings us out the other side, not just intact, but better off from where we entered.
Hawaii’s Commission on Salaries Considers Controversial Pay Raises for Elected Officials
While some argue that elected officials deserve competitive salaries, I question whether such increases are justified when pressing issues remain unresolved.
Supporting Workers Is More Important Than Ever In These Times, Part 2
However, one source of hope for low-income workers is the growing solidarity shown toward them.
Supporting Workers Is More Needed In These Times, Part 1
But first, who are the low-income workers in Hawaii?
National Energy Security and Climate Change – Joe Biden is a Legend
America, under Biden’s presidency, produces more oil than Russia, Saudi Arabia, and other OPEC countries in crude oil production.
Trump’s Witch Hunts And His Attack On U.S. Democracy
The lawlessness and celebration of violence is pure Trump. Remember him calling Nazis “good people”?
Understanding Domestic Workers Part 2
Domestic workers are primarily found in long-term care facilities such as adult residential care homes, foster homes, and nursing homes.
