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A Clear Choice for Working People: Ed Case’s Pro-Labor Record vs. Jarrett Keohokalole’s No Vote On Your Raises
As organized labor faces an unprecedented assault from a hostile federal administration, U.S. Rep. Ed Case has stood against rollbacks of worker rights and undermining the middle class. Over the last two years, as anti-union extremists in Washington, D.C., have taken a sledgehammer to decades of progress for the labor movement, Case worked to thwart their agenda at…
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RELEASE: HGEA Endorses Della Au Belatti for Lieutenant Governor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, July 7, 2026 HGEA Endorses Della Au Belatti for Lieutenant Governor HAWAII’S WORKING FAMILIES NEED A LEADER THEY CAN TRUST Hawaii’s families are working harder than ever, and yet so many are falling behind. When it comes to the issues working people care about, voters need to ask, who is this politician…
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Washington Middle School Principal of 25 Years Suspended With No Due Process
Unit 6 members Mike Harano, principal at Washington Middle School, and Sam Fong, recording studio director, were pushed out of their jobs by their complex area superintendent with no explanation, deprived of their due process rights, HGEA alleges. A principal at WMS for 25 years, Harano’s suspension came two weeks before the end of the school year, with…
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Della Au Belatti for Lieutenant Governor
Della Au Belatti has long been a friend to labor and HGEA. She was first elected to the state House in 2006. During her legislative tenure, she chaired the House Health Committee and House Committee on Public Safety, and served as House Majority Leader during a very challenging time, navigating us through the pandemic. Through…
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In the News: HGEA’s Randy Perreira Sounds the Alarm on Overcrowding at the Hawaii State Hospital
HGEA’s Executive Director Randy Perreira spoke out on Hawaii News Now after new concerns were raised over capacity and staffing issues at the Hawaii State Hospital. “The census is extraordinarily high. Tensions are high, and we are getting an increased number of calls from employees,” Perreira said. “They’re reporting incidents of assault, incidents of challenges…
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Legislative Session Recap With Randy
The 2026 Legislative Session wrapped up earlier this month, and HGEA scored a few significant wins for members. These include a bill to increase the maximum contribution and carryover amounts for public service flexible spending accounts, and a bill that would address the rising problem of educational employees facing harassment. The Legislature also confirmed a…
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In the News: Tangled sea turtle saved by lifeguard Colin Steinberger
Colin Steinberger, a North Shore lifeguard and Unit 15 member, was alerted to a honu in distress when it got caught up in a fisherman’s line. With multiple hooks attached, the fisherman didn’t want to cause further damage by cutting the line free. Even though lifeguards contact NOAA or the DLNR for wildlife emergencies, Steinberger…
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Karen Kama is helping our keiki find their voice
Inspired by her aunt who was a former speech language pathologist on Kauai, Karen Kama, Unit 13 member and speech language pathologist at Keoneula Elementary School, has helped thousands of students over two decades overcome speech impairment and difficulties.
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Recognizing Our Public Sector Employees
This Public Service Recognition Week, we would like to give a warm mahalo to all of our members. HGEA represents 30,000 workers delivering you vital public services, from 911 dispatchers who answer your emergency calls to the school professionals who nurture our keiki. Hawaii really does work best when we do.
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Building career opportunities for her students is Jacqueline Nuha-Tabernero, Unit 6
After 14 years of teaching in the classroom, Jacqueline Nuha-Tabernero of Unit 6 and vice principal at Waikele Elementary School, knew she was destined for more. That is why when the opportunity came for her to become an administrator, she was ready for the challenge. Alongside former principal and HGEA member, Sheldon Oshio, the duo…
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