On Monday, July 2, candidates for contested offices in the State of Hawai‘i gathered at Kamehameha Schools’ Kapalama, Oahu campus for Hawaii News Now’s “Super Debate.” Contenders for the offices of Lieutenant Governor, 1st U.S. Congressional District Representative, and Governor took the stage to answer questions, challenge the competition and leave a lasting impression on the … [Read more...] about Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard dodges debate
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Quizunderstood: Surprise! Trump’s been violating the constitution… what for?
1. In a decision that could affect all elected officials, a federal court ruled that Donald Trump could not do what, as it violates the First Amendment? A. Discredit the press B. Give statements to the media under a fake name C. Block users on Twitter D. Make false claims E. Separate children from their parents at the southern border 2. Sherry Alu Campagna, considered a … [Read more...] about Quizunderstood: Surprise! Trump’s been violating the constitution… what for?
Quizunderstood: What do you know about the Kaiwo Maru’s recent visit to Kahului?
1. On May 3, Hawai‘i Attorney General Russell Suzuki publicly thanked state officials for making progress on getting untested sexual assault kits–some of which date back to July 2017–to labs for testing. How many such kits did Hawai‘i officials finally get to a lab? A. 213 B. 513 C. 814 D. 1,313 E. 1,513 2. On May 7, Honolulu Civil Beat reported on the campaign finances … [Read more...] about Quizunderstood: What do you know about the Kaiwo Maru’s recent visit to Kahului?
What it was like to be at the March For Our Lives Maui rally and concert
Thousands gathered on the University of Hawaii Maui College lawn on Saturday, Mar. 24 for the March for Our Lives rally and concert. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D–Hawaii, launched the event with a moment of silence for the 17 people who were shot and killed on Valentine's Day at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Standing in the rain, the crowd grew as powerful … [Read more...] about What it was like to be at the March For Our Lives Maui rally and concert
Great Civil Beat story on Rep. Tulsi Gabbard and guns
Honolulu Civil Beat published a great story today on Rep. Tulsi Gabbard’s voting record on gun control. Reporter Nick Grube’s story is complex and nuanced, just like Gabbard’s record, which despite her progressive credentials, is not so easy to describe. Of course, her campaign website (Votetulsi.com) makes it all seem so simple. “Tulsi has a consistent record of advocating … [Read more...] about Great Civil Beat story on Rep. Tulsi Gabbard and guns