We focus too much on visitor counts. What’s more important is visitor impacts.
We all play to our strengths, whether as individuals, organizations, or communities. And tourism has long been one of Hawai‘i’s strengths.
Posted April 10, 2022
“We won’t make our 2045 energy goals unless we take more action right now.”
“Our state has some of the most aggressive green energy goals in our country. The Hawai‘i Clean Energy Initiative aims to achieve 100% clean energy by 2045, demonstrating to other states and the world that clean renewable energy can be a reality.
Posted April 5, 2022
I would declare a state of emergency to address Hawai‘i’s homeless crisis.
Homelessness has been a growing problem in Hawai‘i for three decades. For a while, it was hidden in the back streets of Iwilei or alleys of Chinatown. But it steadily grew, and by the time I was elected Mayor, we placed homelessness among our top priorities.
Posted March 27, 2022
We need to build our way to the future: 60,000+ new homes for local families.
When I talk story with people, it breaks my heart to hear how they can’t find a home they can afford to rent or purchase, and that they’ve lost hope in the future. But these are more than just anecdotes.
Posted March 20, 2022
Where should rail transit end? The answer is very clear.
Transportation is the lifeblood of any community. All of our people must be able to get from home to work and school, safely and efficiently. Without satisfying this core necessity, Hawaii’s quality of life suffers and our economy falters.
Posted March 11, 2022
Kirk Caldwell joins gubernatorial race
Former Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell announced his candidacy for governor this week with a series of ads in daily newspapers across the islands that included the headline, “Even if some don’t think I can win.”
Posted March 3, 2022
Hawaiʻi Needs Sustained Commitment to Department of Hawaiian Homelands
It is exciting news that the Hawaiʻi State Legislature hopes to allocate $600 million towards addressing housing needs through the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL). It’s a great start, but DHHL needs a sustained commitment, not just a once-a-generation lump sum.
Posted March 3, 2022
Kirk interviewed on Hawaii News Now Sunrise, outlines plans to increase affordable housing.
Kirk Caldwell was recently interviewed by Hawaii News Now’s Grace Lee, where he shared his reasons for running for governor, chief among them the high cost of living and housing.
Posted March 3, 2022