"Fans of Democracy" is hosted by veteran Hawaii News Now political reporter Daryl Huff, who has covered local politics for nearly 50 years, and UH Mānoa professor Colin Moore, who holds a doctorate in government from Harvard University. Join them as they analyze and debate topics beyond the ballot box, diving deep into local elections and exploring the processes that make our democracy work.
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Following a nationwide Democratic sweep that flipped both chambers of Congress, what does Washington’s new balance of power mean for Hawaiʻi?
On this special post-election episode of Fans of Democracy, HNN political reporter Daryl Huff and political analyst Colin Moore sit down with re-elected U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda to break down how majority status elevates the state's delegation — including U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz’s bid for Senate majority whip and potential committee gavels for federal funding.
Plus, the team analyzes the fallout at home: what the national wave cost local Republicans in the state legislature, the key contested House and Senate seats hanging in the balance, and a historic third-party breakthrough on Maui.
Darryl Huff and Colin Moore sit down with Republican governor candidate Gary Cordery and Republican lieutenant governor candidate Daniel Anthony to describe their policies and vision for Hawaii. They share their thoughts on the state's current leadership and argue that Hawaii needs change on housing affordability, taxes, and government accountability. The ticket also discusses agriculture, tourism, military land leases, and public health in a wide-ranging conversation.
Political experts dive deep into the history of negative campaigns, standout Hawaii political attacks, and how today's media landscape changes the game.
On this episode of Fans of Democracy, Daryl Huff (The Reporter) and Collin Moore (The Professor) speak with Honolulu Charter Commission Member Trey Garner about what you need to know regarding the charter amendments on this year's ballot.
In this first episode of Fans of Democracy, Daryl Huff (The Reporter) and Colin Moore (The Professor) breakdown what makes this election season so unique. They also get Senator Karl Rhoads' take on the future of political campaign funding.
