Chad Blair – Honolulu Civil Beat https://www.civilbeat.org/author/cblair/ Honolulu Civil Beat - Investigative Reporting Wed, 18 Dec 2024 02:49:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 Congress Is Poised To Approve Another $1.6 Billion For Maui Fire Aid https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/12/congress-is-poised-to-approve-another-1-6-billion-for-maui-fire-aid/ Wed, 18 Dec 2024 02:49:29 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1687114

The money is slated for long-term housing programs but the county is also in line to receive millions more for jobs, small business loans and rebuilding efforts.

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The money is slated for long-term housing programs but the county is also in line to receive millions more for jobs, small business loans and rebuilding efforts.

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Has Tulsi Gabbard Bid Hawaii A Last Aloha? https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/12/has-tulsi-gabbard-bid-hawaii-last-aloha/ Wed, 04 Dec 2024 10:01:00 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1684327

The former elected official representing the islands has rarely been seen here lately as she goes all in for Donald Trump.

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The former elected official representing the islands has rarely been seen here lately as she goes all in for Donald Trump.

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Gabbard’s Past Could Complicate US Senate Confirmation https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/11/gabbards-past-could-complicate-us-senate-confirmation/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 02:30:40 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1681795

Trump’s nomination of the former Hawaii congresswoman to be national intelligence director is likely to renew questions about her beliefs and background.

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Trump’s nomination of the former Hawaii congresswoman to be national intelligence director is likely to renew questions about her beliefs and background.

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Here’s What Local Republicans Say A Trump Presidency Will Mean For Hawaii https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/11/heres-what-local-republicans-say-a-trump-presidency-would-mean-for-hawaii/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1678368

Trump supporters say a second term should bring peace and prosperity, a lower cost of living and help for Native Hawaiians.

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Trump supporters say a second term should bring peace and prosperity, a lower cost of living and help for Native Hawaiians.

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Hawaii Legislature: Republicans Are Gaining Seats Even In The Aloha State https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/11/hawaii-legislature-republicans-breaking-even-despite-national-gop-gains/ Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:44:45 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1679958

Democrats are expected to easily retain large majorities in the state House and Senate, but some races were close after the first batch of votes was released Wednesday.

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Democrats are expected to easily retain large majorities in the state House and Senate, but some races were close after the first batch of votes was released Wednesday.

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Hawaii Voters Supporting Same-Sex Marriage Ballot Measure https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/11/hawaii-voters-supporting-same-sex-marriage-ballot-measure/ Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:24:51 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1680114

The amendment would remove discriminatory language from the state’s constitution. Another question on judicial selection is poised for passage.

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The amendment would remove discriminatory language from the state’s constitution. Another question on judicial selection is poised for passage.

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Despite Trump’s National Win, Harris Holds Commanding Lead In Hawaii https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/11/in-hawaii-harris-commanding-lead-over-trump/ Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:18:34 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1680102

Democrats also are sweeping the congressional races, with Hirono, Case and Tokuda showing support that far exceeds that of their opponents.

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Democrats also are sweeping the congressional races, with Hirono, Case and Tokuda showing support that far exceeds that of their opponents.

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Long Lines On Oahu And Maui Delayed Hawaii Election Results For Hours https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/11/long-lines-on-oahu-and-maui-delayed-hawaii-election-results-for-hours/ Wed, 06 Nov 2024 08:53:52 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1680312

State officials and election advocates renewed calls for more in-person polling sites on Election Day.

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State officials and election advocates renewed calls for more in-person polling sites on Election Day.

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Hawaii Voter Turnout Surpasses Primary Numbers https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/11/hawaii-voter-turnout-surpasses-primary-numbers/ Tue, 05 Nov 2024 10:01:00 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1680017

But general election ballot numbers are far below the 2020 presidential election.

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But general election ballot numbers are far below the 2020 presidential election.

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Hawaii County Mayor’s Race Is Getting Lots Of Cash This Year https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/11/hawaii-county-mayors-race-is-getting-lots-of-cash-this-year/ Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:01:00 +0000 https://www.civilbeat.org/?p=1678842

Most top legislative races have drawn less support from political donors.

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Most top legislative races have drawn less support from political donors.

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