Chad Blair
Honolulu Civil Beat
Honolulu, HI, United States
Contact Chad
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Chad:
Chad Blair: Danny Kaleikini's Little-Known Brush With Politics In Hawaii
The late entertainer came close to being elected Hawaii’s lieutenant governor. → Read More
How Hawaii Can Overcome Economic Uncertainty
Tax reform and reducing regulations top the list of possible solutions. → Read More
AgTech Is Hawaii’s Ticket To Diversification
Our farmers need better tools to make agriculture an industry that is financially realistic. → Read More
How To Avoid Skin Cancer Without Harming Marine Species
Stay out of the midday sun and cover up, of course, but especially don’t use chemical sunscreens. → Read More
Building A Cultural Center Above The Clouds
It would be a place of pride for Hawaiians, who are known for aloha and sustainability. → Read More
Invest In Hawaii’s Child Care Workforce Now
We can show appreciation for these unsung heroes by supporting them, especially financially. → Read More
How Hawaii Could Be A Model Of Civic Legislative Virtue
It starts with a Bill of Rights for the public on what they should expect of lawmakers. → Read More
A Two-Wheel Revolution Is Happening On Oahu
That’s great, but we must find a way for e-bikes, scooters and other vehicles to share the road. → Read More
What Hawaii Should Expect Of Its Leaders
The best leaders fit the circumstances and trajectory of what is needed at a moment in time. → Read More
What Are We Waiting For? Our Islands Are In Peril
Let’s wisely use Hawaii’s island’s resources — geothermal and the stars above Mauna Kea. → Read More
Hawaii Gov. David Ige’s Empty Promises On Government Accountability
Hawaii will have to wait until the next governor to shine a light on government corruption. → Read More
Does Our State Government Have Too Many Boxes?
We need out-of-the-box thinking, literally, to make the public sector work better. → Read More
A Warning On Hawaii’s Housing Crisis — From 1970
Lt. Gov. Tom Gill’s prophetic vision haunts the state to this very day. → Read More
Let’s Not Wait Another Year To Fix Emergency Statute
The goal should be to put Hawaii in a better position to weather the next crisis. → Read More
Hawaii’s System Of Public Funding For Elections Doesn’t Work
It’s time to consider full public funding, super-match programs and citizen vouchers. → Read More
Chad Blair: A Conversation With House Speaker Scott Saiki
The chamber's top leader explains what it took to make legislative history. → Read More
Kirk Caldwell Drops Out Of Race For Hawaii Governor
The former Honolulu mayor said his fledging campaign struggled with funding and momentum. → Read More
Two Candidates For Governor Are Getting Detailed Ideas Out Early
Vicky Cayetano and Kirk Caldwell offer specific solutions in new political advertisements. → Read More
Average Gas Prices In Hawaii, US Highest Ever
U.S. drivers have never paid so much for gasoline, according to news reports. The price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas on Tuesday stood at $4.17, according to AAA. The previous record was $4.11 in July 2008. In Hawaii, a gallon of regular averaged $4.71, also a record. Just a year ago the price […] → Read More
Schatz Enjoys $3.9M Campaign War Chest For Senate Reelection
Sen. Mazie Hirono, who is not up until 2024, has more than $800,000 in cash on hand. → Read More