Good Government

The Hawai‘i Alliance for Progressive Action is committed to promoting a democratic system that is transparent, equitable, and inclusive.

We recognize that good governance is the cornerstone of a healthy society, and we advocate for policies that empower voters, reduce the influence of money in politics, and strengthen public trust in government institutions.

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  • Here is our Good Government Policy Agenda to create a more transparent government.

    1) Protect Election Integrity & Expand Voter Access


    Safeguard secure, fair elections while making participation easier and more accessible. This includes improving voter services, modernizing election systems, extending key timelines, and ensuring independent, accountable oversight of elections.

    2) Expand Publicly Funded Elections

    Strengthen Hawaiʻi’s public financing system so everyday voters, not wealthy donors, drive elections. Priorities include increasing matching funds, raising caps, and advancing tools like Democracy Dollars to amplify small donations and broaden candidate participation.

    3) Close Campaign Finance Loopholes

    Update and strengthen campaign finance laws to close gaps that allow abuse, improve enforcement, and ensure transparency and accountability in political spending.

    4) Curb the Influence of Big Money in Elections

    Reduce the outsized role of independent expenditures and outside money by strengthening disclosure requirements and preventing corporations and special interests from hiding political influence behind legal loopholes.

    5) Strengthen Civics Education

    Invest in long-term democratic health by ensuring students and communities understand how government works, how to participate, and why civic engagement matters.