For change to come from those who work within the system, it must be accompanied by pressure from those on the outside.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.

The president of Punahou School contributed to a new publication to help educational institutions address speech and academic freedom.

The state Office of Elections has added a Rumors Vs. Facts page on its website to combat widespread disinformation.

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.

Surprise! Democrats and Republicans have starkly different viewpoints. Greens and Libertarians do, too.

Everybody wants fair voting, says the state elections chief, but that’s pretty much the end of the common ground in this political landscape. 

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.

And almost 70% want full disclosure of all campaign contributions and lobbying work.