- Neal Milner: When Legislative Oversight Actually Works (Hawaii Civil Beat, 2/8/2024)
- The article highlights the significant issue in Hawaii’s government—the persistent gap between the intended actions of state agencies and the actual execution of those plans. Legislative hearings, exemplified by the recent session with Kali Watson, the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands director, are portrayed as a potential solution to address this problem. The success of such hearings relies on a positive reputation of the agency, support from key stakeholders, and a conducive environment for ongoing monitoring and follow-up, offering a glimmer of hope for more effective government oversight and a shift from cynicism to optimism.
