Column: Is marijuana actually good for our community?
In any society, there is tension between what members of that society want, and what is legally permissible. Read more
Island Voices
Column: Change isles’ licensing policy to keep mental health clinicians
In Hawaii, the path to mental health care is fraught with obstacles, not least of which is the daunting wait times that stretch upwards to six months for individuals seeking therapy. Read more
Column: Stand-alone Ocean Safety department in beachgoers’ interest
The 107-year history of the City and County of Honolulu’s Ocean Safety Division can be charted through significant evolutionary developments in the art of near-shore surf rescue. Read more
Column: Close tax loopholes to feed state budget
Money matters. As lawmakers attempt to set this year’s state budget, they are facing significant challenges. Read more
Column: Kupuna in Kapiolani need fair rentals
Kupuna homelessness is an increasing, concerning trend. By 2030, it’s expected the number of older adults in Hawaii without a place to live will triple. Read more
Column: Nurture local clean energy solutions
Not many things can claim to have the support of more than 90% of Hawaii voters these days, but renewable energy appears to be among them. Read more
Column: Raise insurance coverage for vehicles
What if the cost of one or two cups of coffee a month means ensuring extra protection for you and your family in the event of a motor vehicle crash? Read more
Column: Hawaii should reverse costly multibillion-dollar LNG policy
In 2016, Hawaiian Electric (HECO) proposed natural gas, shipped to Hawaii in the form of liquefied natural gas (LNG), as a cleaner, lower-cost fuel for generating electricity. Read more
Column: Schools can benefit from storytelling
A few weeks ago, I had the honor and pleasure of sharing a storytelling session with two sixth-grade classes at Kaumana Elementary School on Hawaii island. Read more
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Column: Serious asbestos-related illnesses threaten Hawaii veterans
Over the last century, as the WWII war effort required large quantities of affordable materials to produce military equipment, the United States military overly used asbestos. Read more
Column: Short-term units for homes, kauhale for homeless
The cost of housing and the crisis of homelessness remain two of our biggest challenges in Hawaii, but over the past 15 months we have taken action and implemented new solutions — producing measurable results and making real progress on these issues. Read more
Column: Allow more ohana housing to ease crisis
This year, the state Legislature’s Housing Chairs Rep. Luke Evslin and Sen. Stanley Chang took bold action to address Hawaii’s housing crisis by introducing House Bill 1630 and Senate Bill 3202. Read more
Column: Why YWCA cut its wellness program
After serving the community for more than a century, YWCA Oahu has made the difficult decision to close its Health & Wellness (H&W) program. Read more
Column: Evolving Pacific needs global leaders
One of the most powerful metaphors for the 20th century model of global leadership is the official “family portrait” of the 1945 Yalta conference to determine the post-war landscape of Europe. Read more
Column: World Water Day reminds to conserve
Ola i ka wai. Water is life. In ancient Hawaii, water was revered as a life-sustaining force. Rules made sure everyone had equitable access to clean water, regardless of their social status. Read more
Column: Bill would give state Water Commission autonomy to protect water
Access to abundant, clean water is a fundamental human right that should not be a political bargaining chip. This basic principle requires that decisions about how water is managed and distributed be outside the reach of politics and politicians. Read more
Column: Tough battle with military over long-term health problems
Red Hill is shutting down, but the tragic reality of its long-term effects continues impacting many families sickened during the 2021 fuel leaks. Read more
Column: Workers need robust family, medical leave
Hawaii’s workers are the backbone of our economy. As the executive director of the Hawaii Workers Center, I know many people who work two or more jobs to survive. Read more
Column: Reform isles’ health-insurer practices
The Hawaii County Medical Society applauds the recent legal ruling by Circuit Judge Robert Kim, which found Hawaii Medical Services Association (HMSA) contracts to be “unconscionable and unenforceable.” Read more
Column: Pass bill to improve on campaign financing
In this election year, one result is already in: Hawaii voters want clean elections. Early this month, a SurveyUSA poll of more than 1,000 Hawaii voters found deep and broad support for the idea. Read more
Column: Manoa’s tranquility forever shattered
The deaths of five family members on March 10 have left Manoa Valley in a state of shock and disbelief. Read more
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