Litigating your right to know in Montana
Photo illustration illustration by Getty Images. In our prior columns, we’ve written about your fundamental right to know and how it provides all Montanans with an important way to interact…
Candidate Q&A: State House District 18 — Gene Ward
“Don’t hold your breath to expect any ethical changes in the Legislature until our rules are changed to prevent this type of undemocratic and corruption-breeding behavior.”
Candidate Q&A: State House District 22 — Andrew Takuya Garrett
“I continue to support term limits for state legislators out of the simple belief that politics should be a calling, not a career.”
Madeleine Kunin: Remembering Dr. Ruth
Dr. Ruth Westheimer, the sex therapist who died July 12 at age 96, was a dinner guest at my residence when I was the American ambassador in Switzerland. She arrived…
Candidate Q&A: State House District 32 — Micah Aiu
“As a member of the House Finance Committee, I am really proud of the work that we accomplished with the income tax cut.”
Candidate Q&A: State House District 32 — Garner Shimizu
“Many meaningful bills addressing reform were not even heard by our currently Democratic Party-controlled Legislature.”
Candidate Q&A: Honolulu City Council District 3 — Esther Kiaaina
“The overcommercialization of our residential communities is a big threat in my district.”
John Pritchett: Not Going Down With The Ship
More and more Democrats are bailing on President Joe Biden due to growing concerns about his physical health and mental sharpness. Will he still be his party’s nominee?
Residents Say Indefinite Closure Of Park Leading To Haiku Stairs Is Unfair
Moanalua residents want their park reopened, despite ongoing litigation over the future of Haiku Stairs.
Court Ruling Could Have Major Impact On State Oversight Of The Office Of Hawaiian Affairs
Lawyers for OHA say the state does not have the authority to fine trustees for ethics violations. The Attorney General’s Office disagrees.