Art Harris

The last month has been something of a tech revelation for me. After many years with a Blackberry, I switched to an Android phone. I got a Galaxy Note 2.… Read More »New Tech, New Challenges

As I’ve gotten older, I have come to the conclusion that one of the keys to successful navigation of everyday life is the ability to focus effectively. When it comes… Read More »Make My Day

There must be something in the DNA of Texas Republicans that just makes it impossible for them to control stupid things from coming out of their mouth! OK, that wasn’t… Read More »Please, Fade Away

August 17th is Admissions Day in Hawaii and I thought this would be a good opportunity to take a look at some historical elements that led us to where we are today.… Read More »Admission Day Reflections

Welcome everyone to the new and expanded General Election season in Hawaii. For the first time, we get to endure 3 months of newspaper, television, radio,and internet political ads. I’m… Read More »Where There’s Smoke, There’s Usually a Smokescreen

In the face of overwhelming odds, the smart tactician knows when to retreat, and eventually, when to surrender. He weighs the benefits of counter attack or falling back to a… Read More »Retreat or Surrender?

Voting is a right that too many people take lightly. If you choose not to be heard, others will do it for you. Itʻs election day and I only want… Read More »Get Out and Vote Today!

A couple months ago, I went to a training class in Waikiki and didnʻt want to hassle with parking so I caught the bus. When the class finished at about… Read More »Rail in Honolulu

I’ve been hearing a lot of people complain about what they term negative campaigning. These same people tell me that they only want to hear a candidate say what they… Read More »I’m Positive It Isn’t Negative