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Don’t let shutdown block the sunshine
I don’t envy Gov. David Ige … or any of our government leaders who are struggling with policy decisions during this difficult time. Weighing public health against economic concerns, constitutional rights and a thousand other factors is no easy task. I believe that...
Despite the stress, we haven’t lost step
This is a challenging time for all residents of Hawaii. The Grassroot Institute of Hawaii has been discussing the possible impact of the coronavirus for weeks. But even while advising caution in the face of a possible recession, we weren’t contemplating a situation...
‘Coronavirus recession’ a reality check
Now that the coronavirus is officially a pandemic, politicians everywhere are scrambling to respond. While we applaud efforts to protect citizens’ health, there is another element that must be accounted for: the virus’ effect on Hawaii’s economy. Earlier this week,...
The green case for Jones Act reform
When we talk about the costs of the Jones Act, we’re usually focused on how it results in higher prices for consumers and businesses and its overall effect on Hawaii’s economy. But those are not the only costs imposed on us by the 100-year-old protectionist law that...
Hope for the best, prepare for the worst
Emergency preparedness in Hawaii usually means being ready to handle lava, hurricanes, tsunamis and floods. But there are other hazards to watch out for as well. This week all worries concerned the coronavirus. The U.S. stock market tumbled, and around the...