It’s not just our elected officials who need to shape up. Journalists frustrate democracy when they don’t provide details on how to take civic action.

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

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

The public is fed up with the political and economic status quo. It's time to channel that rage into pushing for change in the upcoming legislative session.

Say what you will about the former congresswoman, she's always made for good copy.

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

Making investments now would pay big dividends by creating a more functional Legislature.

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

Your voice is part of something larger than any single election.

For minority communities voting hasn't always been easy. The patriotism to go to the polls was passed down to modern generations.