Opinion

HOOSER: Why have political parties?

Aug. 30, 2023
There are four political parties active in Hawai‘i — Democratic, Republican, Green, and Aloha ‘Aina. What purpose do they serve? What could they accomplish if they decided to organize and mobilize?
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HOOSER: Looking ahead to 2026 elections

Jul. 26, 2023
The year 2024 will be big in national politics, but locally it may be a bit “ho hum.” There’s no governor’s race, no mayor’s race, our four state legislative seats seem locked up, and movement on the Kaua‘i County Council will likely be minimal.
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HOOSER: Koloa Day at the planning commission

Jul. 19, 2023 • Updated 2:46 p.m.

It was Tuesday July 11, 2023, and the room was packed. The issue at hand was a luxury residential development proposed for Kaua‘i’s southside. The majority were in opposition, their attendance driven by deep concerns for Kaua‘i’s future. Most of those in support were, directly or indirectly, paid to be there.

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HOOSER: The rough and tumble of policy and politics

Jul. 12, 2023 • Updated 6:31 p.m.

Pay attention to “self care” is the message I hear over and over from other “good troublemakers” in the community. The political environment can be toxic, and the work is never-ending. For a great majority of people on the planet, and for the planet itself, these are desperate times, and the needs are great.

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