Some good vibes for Politics Hawaii (and yes, we’re back on Facebook)

Three different developments have come about that this blog would like to share with its readers. Two of them are recognizing it for things published or how they are received, and one is about how this publisher was able to resurrect a Facebook site dedicated to promoting this blog.

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When habeas corpus was suspended, Hawaiʻi paid the price

Over the past few weeks, there has been a growing debate nationally about statements from the Trump Presidential Administration about…

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In the shadows of power: The letters that protected native rights

While the clarification ultimately came from a different source than Murkowski’s original inquiry, it validates the power of persistent, quiet advocacy. Even amidst the high-volume churn of the current administration, voices are still being heard—and sometimes, even heeded.

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Saving by the seat: vacant jobs and our governments’ budgets

The real question, still looming, is what happens next year when the bills keep coming in, but there are no more vacant positions to shuffle around.

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From the Capitol to the Island: Leadership Profiles in Hawaii’s Evolving Landscape

Profiles in Hawaii Leadership: How do our leaders handle the pressure? Governor Green, UH President Hensel, and Mayor Bissen have all faced major tests recently. Some navigated challenges with skill—others, not so much.

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Zelenskyy vs. Trump: A confrontation of trust or disrespect?

Did Zelenskyy, in the end, really need to confront Trump in front of the press?

The answer to this is Zelenskyy, sensing an opportunity to make his point, chose to address it directly in front of the press. This bold move wasn’t accidental—it was calculated. With U.S. leaders focused on their agendas, Zelenskyy had little choice but to raise his concerns in the most direct way possible. Though uncomfortable, the confrontation may, in the end, spark the much-needed conversation about the reliability of U.S. commitments and whether any ally can truly trust the U.S. to honor its word.

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Historical amnesia: The US–South Africa shift

The executive order, in the view of this blogger, therefore, dismisses the United States’ long history and the bonds we share with South Africa. It opts for quick fixes of things that are not seen as true on the ground or in analysis by those watching it from far away.

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