Working for a better economy, better governANCE and a better society
‘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...
Sick economy is a medical threat, too
Gov. David Ige is worried about Hawaii’s ability to respond to a crisis like the coronavirus threat. He’s not the only one. Our governor spoke earlier this week about his discussions with the Centers for Disease Control and other federal agencies regarding his...
Five little words could solve Hawaii housing crisis
The lack of affordable housing in Hawaii is on everyone’s mind. State legislators have responded with a wide variety of proposals that include everything from government building projects to incentives for developers. Then there’s the constitutional amendment. Three...