Discussion

“Let’s introduce the ‘Bad Parenting Index,’ or ‘BPI’ for short. Using a few simple ratios, we can give a clearer picture of what educators are up against.”

“Hawaii’s civil union law was a milestone for gay rights in the aloha state, but it should never be the finish line.”

Six simple rules white people should follow to avoid suffering blunt trauma, up-close appreciation of concrete, and other by-products of local rage.

“We’ve got a hole in our budget, and the perfect substance to pack it with.”

“Hawaii should focus on creating a marketplace for good health. If burning calories means saving some cash, we just might outrun the need for a nanny-state.”

“Our state already ranks second to last on Forbes “Best States for Business” list, and we can ill afford to wait two or three more decades before re-crafting our incentives for commerce.”

“A soda tax is our best shot at limiting calorie consumption on a wide scale.”

“College is a time for exploration, but before they get there, have your kid spend some time with Taco Bell. After rolling a few minimum wage burritos, they make think twice about a BA in art history.”

“The Big Island economy is still struggling its way to recovery, and forcing the county to slash an additional $20 million per year in spending wouldn’t exactly put it on the fast track to health.”

“Big Islanders shouldn’t wait for state or federal help to confront this problem, as these deer won’t call a time-out during grant applications.”

“The current pay scheme is based in large part on length of service and possession of paper certificates (known as degrees in the academic world), and less on results in the classroom.”

In return for being granted zoning approval for a 725 acre West Hawaii subdivision, Pālamanui had previously agreed to partially fund the construction of the new 78 acre community college site.

“Ideally Hawaii County would be able use its vast geothermal potential as leverage in bargaining for increased services or infrastructure.”

“Election year posturing shouldn’t take priority over a common sense solution.”

“Sorry to pop the geothermal bubbles but it’s about money, not what is best for you or Hawaii, it’s what is best for those that want to get very rich off of you.”

“Having store shelves packed with blended Kona Coffee is like having car dealerships full of automobiles labeled 10% Ferrari.”

“While Mayor Kenoi is busy dislodging his foot from his mouth, Yagong could easily paint east Hawaii residents into a very smelly corner.”

“Our county council at times functions like a logic-crushing black hole, where the normal rules of common sense do not apply.”

New Big Island political maps drawn up by the state Reapportionment Commission create numerous possibilities for changes in Legislature.

“With 26 weeks of benefits paying out a maximum of $2180 per month, armchair athletes like these would enjoy 6.5 months of payments under normal circumstances.”