Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2024
      
      
				Sea Level Rise Is A Science Issue, Not Just An Environmental Concern
Hawai‘i can lead the way in climate resilience, setting an example for other coastal regions facing similar challenges.
          
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				Unsustainable Real Estate Development Is Destroying Our Identity
The fight to protect agricultural lands in Hawai‘i is not just about preserving the land itself but safeguarding a way of life.
          
        Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
      
      
				Hawai‘i Needs To Get More Serious About Food Security
That means ramping up food production, setting up food stores and prioritizing biosecurity.
          
        Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
      
      
				Oahu Homeowners Should Not Be Coerced Into Renting Their Homes
A proposed tax up for a vote on Wednesday at the Honolulu City Council is also unfair and unreasonable.
          
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				Collaboration Is Needed To Help Nonprofits Survive And Thrive
We are all connected and the "silo thinking" of the government has held Hawaii back for far too long.
          
        David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
      
      
				Why Did Hawaii Democrats Link Electoral Votes To The Popular Vote?
If the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact were in effect today Hawaii's Electoral College votes would have gone to Donald Trump.
          
        Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
      
      
				We’re Urging Policy Leaders To Take Action On Climate Resilience
The Legislature can and must act in 2025.
          
        Ronen Zilberman/Civil Beat/2021
      
      
				Routine Access To Childhood Vaccinations No Longer Guaranteed
Hawaii should be prepared to allocate funding for childhood vaccines in our state if federal funding is cut.
          
        David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
      
      
				Bill 123 Is Good Housing And Climate Policy For Hawaii County
The legislation also marks a turning point in how the island approaches demand for local workforce housing.
          
        David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
      
      
				Matson’s New Vessels Illustrate Jones Act’s Grip On Hawaii Shipping
Customers ultimately will be the ones to foot the bill, thanks to America’s protectionist maritime law.