by Sandrine | Jul 24, 2026 | 2026 Hawaii State primary
Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami is running for Lieutenant Governor in 2026. But most TV and radio ads introducing him to voters this year aren’t paid for by his campaign; they’re paid for by a Super PAC called For A Better Tomorrow. Kawakami’s own...
by Sandrine | Jun 25, 2026 | About IHSN, Blue Wave, Civic engagement
The Kona Indivisible chapter (KIND in short) organizes regular postcarding “parties” at different locations weekly. These get-togethers are a great way to make friends and make a difference at the same time. You can find out more about postcarding on this...
by Sandrine | May 22, 2026 | Fair elections
Dark money refers to political spending from undisclosed sources. Unlike regular campaign donations where you can see exactly who gave how much, dark money flows through legal loopholes that hide the identity of donors. When you don’t know who’s funding a...
by Sandrine | May 22, 2026 | Hawaii State Public Policy
In May 2026, Hawaiʻi became the first state to directly counter the Supreme Court’s Citizens United v. FEC decision by passing Act 11 (formerly SB 2471). The law removes the power of corporations and other artificial entities to spend money on political...
by Sandrine | May 22, 2026 | Fight ICE
When ICE agents show up at your door or workplace, knowing what kind of warrant they have can protect your rights. Not all warrants are the same, and the difference matters: one gives agents the legal authority to enter your home without your permission, and the other...
