Resource library

This page contains a list of all resources (explainers, deep dives, commentaries, etc) on the IHSN website. Resources added by individual chapters may not show here; please use the search in the bottom footer or visit the relevant chapter's profile page to access these.

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What I saw as an official ballot-counting observer in Hawaiʻi

What I saw as an official ballot-counting observer in Hawaiʻi

A firsthand account of the security and precision built into every step of Hawai'i's ballot-counting process.
2026 midterm races where Hawai’i volunteers can help flip a seat blue

2026 midterm races where Hawai’i volunteers can help flip a seat blue

Six US Senate and nine US House 2026 races where Hawai'i volunteers are working to flip a seat blue.
Who’s bankrolling Kawakami’s run for Lieutenant Governor? A case study on PRP

Who’s bankrolling Kawakami’s run for Lieutenant Governor? A case study on PRP

A case study on Pacific Resource Partnership, the organisation behind the super PAC that has been a major force in Hawaii elections since 2012.
Indivisible Hawaiʻi endorses Della Au Belatti for Lieutenant Governor

Indivisible Hawaiʻi endorses Della Au Belatti for Lieutenant Governor

IHSN endorses Della Au Belatti as the 2026 Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor. Here's the full story, including our endorsement criteria.
Why do so many bills die in session?

Why do so many bills die in session?

Of roughly 3,000 bills that are introduced in the Hawaiʻi State Legislature, only 7% make it to the Governor’s desk for final approval. This deep dive walks through reasons why bills die in session.
Does postcarding actually work?

Does postcarding actually work?

Postcarding is a popular tactic to motivate others to vote. But how effective is it really?
Blue Wave 2018-2025: Our track record in numbers

Blue Wave 2018-2025: Our track record in numbers

Here's what Blue Wave volunteers across Hawaiʻi have accomplished so far – and what we've learned along the way.
Sunshine over dark money: How Hawaiʻi overrode Citizens United

Sunshine over dark money: How Hawaiʻi overrode Citizens United

What started with a shared article became a historic victory. Learn how Indivisible Hawaiʻi helped pass the nation's first law aimed at countering Citizens United and dark money in politics.

What is dark money, and where do Super PACs come in?

Dark money refers to political spending from undisclosed sources. Unlike regular campaign donations where you can ...
How Act 11 (SB 2471) limits corporate political spending in Hawaiʻi

How Act 11 (SB 2471) limits corporate political spending in Hawaiʻi

Act 11 (formerly SB 2471) directly counters the Citizens United, effectively removing removes the power of corporations to spend money on political campaigns in Hawaiʻi.
Hawaiʻi 2026 Legislative Session: Indivisible’s Public Policy Wins

Hawaiʻi 2026 Legislative Session: Indivisible’s Public Policy Wins

In the 2026 legislative session, Indivisible Hawaiʻi's Public Policy Action Group (PPAG) helped move dozens of bills through the legislative process.
The difference between judicial and DHS administrative warrants

The difference between judicial and DHS administrative warrants

Not all ICE warrants give agents the right to enter your home. Learn how to tell the difference and what steps to take to protect your rights.

What is canvassing?

Canvassing is one of the most direct and effective ways to influence elections: going door-to-door to talk with ...

What is text banking?

Text banking is an effective way to encourage civic participation, reaching people where they already are: on their phones.

IHSN’s Endorsement Criteria for 2026 CD1 Primary

Before we endorse a candidate, we ensure they agree with our positions. We also use these endorsement criteria as a report cart to assess their performance in office.
IHSN’s Road to Endorsement in the 2026 Hawaiʻi State Elections

IHSN’s Road to Endorsement in the 2026 Hawaiʻi State Elections

How Indivisible Hawaiʻi chose to endorse Jarrett Keohokalole for Congress: polls, evaluations, and member votes.
Indivisible Hawaiʻi endorses Jarrett Keohokalole for Congress

Indivisible Hawaiʻi endorses Jarrett Keohokalole for Congress

Indivisible Hawaii endorses Jarrett Keohokalole for Congressional District 1 in the Hawaii State 2026 primary elections. Here's why.
Document an ICE Encounter with SALUTE

Document an ICE Encounter with SALUTE

When you witness ICE or other federal law enforcement in action, every detail counts. Use the SALUTE framework to ...
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