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Entries from March 5th, 2011

Credit the Star-Advertiser for more info on HECO strike issues

March 5th, 2011 · 4 Comments · General

I previously criticized the Star-Advertiser and other media for failing to report on labor issues. But reporters Alan Yonan Jr. and Rob Shikina, writing about the Hawaiian Electric strike in today’s Star-Advertiser, quote unnamed HECO workers on the issues in the labor dispute. HECO workers said the two sides disagreed on a management proposal to [...]

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Did Gov. Abercrombie exceed his legal authority in making OIP staff appointment?

March 5th, 2011 · 2 Comments · Politics, Sunshine

A comment left here yesterday suggested checking the state law setting up the Office of Information Practices. This is found in Section 92-F(41) HRS. It’s short and sweet. §92F-41 Office of information practices; established. (a) There is established a temporary office of information practices for a special purpose within the office of the lieutenant governor [...]

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