by Ken Schoolland Li Zhao Schoolland organized the first China Austrian Economics Camp (CAEC) this summer with Northeastern University (NEU) of Shenyang, China. Those teaching about the economics and ethics of free markets included Tom Palmer of the Atlas Economic Research Foundation and the CATO Institute, Fred Foldvary of Santa Clara
Did Your Legislator Pass the Freedom Test? This year, Hawaii state legislators were put to the financial test. With a record state shortfall, the legislature came up with all types of creative solutions. One was to raise taxes, which the House and Senate approved in more than a dozen different
by Pearl Hahn Hawaii’s unions could be a valuable asset to the community. Every individual is guaranteed freedom of assembly to associate with whomever he wishes to express, promote, pursue, or defend a common interest such as better working conditions. This is a basic human right. Problems arise, however, when
by Paul Lazaro With approximately 6.6 percent of Hawaii’s labor force unemployed, the legislature needs to revise the state’s complex certification system to make it easier for people to change professions and get back to work. When specific industries shift with a changing economy, the unemployed become re-employed by changing
Malia Blom Hill Follow the Money: Eye-Opening Arithmetic By Malia Hill “Aid…” “Help…” “Equality…” These are the kinds of words that make you feel benevolent. After all, it’s good to help those in need who may be contending with financial difficulties, cultural erosion, or lack of opportunities. Unfortunately, the kind
Part three in a series by Malia Zimmerman A national battle is raging over whether foreign crews on foreign vessels with the latest technology will be permitted to help in the BP oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico. Remarkably, President Barack Obama for the last 8 weeks has refused
by Samuel R. Staley, Ph.D O’ahu residents can be excused for being confused about the current state of Honolulu’s transportation policy. This mid-size city faces big city traffic problems, and practical strategies to mitigate its economic and social impacts are hard to see in the current transportation policy debate. This
Malia Blom Hill It’s alright everyone. The currently pending version of the Akaka Bill promises that the new Hawaiian Government will not have the power to introduce casino gaming to the islands. Granted, that’s a rare moment of specificity in a piece of legislation that is curiously vague on the
Daniel de Gracia II In Hawaii, one of the latest buzzwords to take policymakers by storm is “sustainability,” and in 2005, the 23rd Legislature of the State of Hawaii established the Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Task Force. The Task Force defined sustainability as the “preferred future” for our islands , in
Seven local economists released a letter today saying they oppose a proposal by lawmakers to increase the state’s General Excise Tax by as much as 25 percent. They are sending the letter to all lawmakers today, including House Finance Chair Marcus Oshiro and Senate Ways and Means Chair Donna Mercado
by Ken Schoolland Li Zhao Schoolland organized the first China Austrian Economics Camp (CAEC) this summer with Northeastern University (NEU) of Shenyang, China. Those teaching about the economics and ethics of free markets included Tom Palmer of the Atlas Economic Research Foundation and the CATO Institute, Fred Foldvary of Santa Clara
Did Your Legislator Pass the Freedom Test? This year, Hawaii state legislators were put to the financial test. With a record state shortfall, the legislature came up with all types of creative solutions. One was to raise taxes, which the House and Senate approved in more than a dozen different
by Pearl Hahn Hawaii’s unions could be a valuable asset to the community. Every individual is guaranteed freedom of assembly to associate with whomever he wishes to express, promote, pursue, or defend a common interest such as better working conditions. This is a basic human right. Problems arise, however, when
by Paul Lazaro With approximately 6.6 percent of Hawaii’s labor force unemployed, the legislature needs to revise the state’s complex certification system to make it easier for people to change professions and get back to work. When specific industries shift with a changing economy, the unemployed become re-employed by changing
Malia Blom Hill Follow the Money: Eye-Opening Arithmetic By Malia Hill “Aid…” “Help…” “Equality…” These are the kinds of words that make you feel benevolent. After all, it’s good to help those in need who may be contending with financial difficulties, cultural erosion, or lack of opportunities. Unfortunately, the kind
Part three in a series by Malia Zimmerman A national battle is raging over whether foreign crews on foreign vessels with the latest technology will be permitted to help in the BP oil spill disaster in the Gulf of Mexico. Remarkably, President Barack Obama for the last 8 weeks has refused
by Samuel R. Staley, Ph.D O’ahu residents can be excused for being confused about the current state of Honolulu’s transportation policy. This mid-size city faces big city traffic problems, and practical strategies to mitigate its economic and social impacts are hard to see in the current transportation policy debate. This
Malia Blom Hill It’s alright everyone. The currently pending version of the Akaka Bill promises that the new Hawaiian Government will not have the power to introduce casino gaming to the islands. Granted, that’s a rare moment of specificity in a piece of legislation that is curiously vague on the
Daniel de Gracia II In Hawaii, one of the latest buzzwords to take policymakers by storm is “sustainability,” and in 2005, the 23rd Legislature of the State of Hawaii established the Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Task Force. The Task Force defined sustainability as the “preferred future” for our islands , in
Seven local economists released a letter today saying they oppose a proposal by lawmakers to increase the state’s General Excise Tax by as much as 25 percent. They are sending the letter to all lawmakers today, including House Finance Chair Marcus Oshiro and Senate Ways and Means Chair Donna Mercado
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