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ThinkTech Hawaii – Citizen Initiative Bill SB2754 – Senator Laura Theilen and Senator Russell Ruderman

Walking Audit in Waimanalo, May 9, 2013. Video Credit: Yamato Milner

2019 Legislative Survey

Each year I begin the Session with a quick survey, to get input on topics that we expect will come … [Read More...]

Hawaii Constitutional Convention – It’s a Matter of Trust. And Hope.

In my last two posts, I explained why I’m voting “Yes” for a Constitutional Convention. To be fair, … [Read More...]

Shall Hawaii Hold a ConCon? The Question Comes Down to, Do You Think the Legislature Will Resolve Hawaii’s Chronic Challenges?

Hawaii legislators are the only people who can create a state law. The Governor can’t; the Judiciary … [Read More...]

We Need a Hawaii Constitutional Convention

A State Constitutional Convention is the time for citizens to discuss big ideas that create a … [Read More...]

Why Vote? – Because Higher Voter Turnout Leads to Politicians Who Work Harder to Represent the People in their District

Hawaii has THE lowest voter turnout in the nation. “Why vote? It’s a done deal.” That’s what so … [Read More...]