Land and Power in Hawaii: The Democratic Years

Land and Power in Hawaii describes a pervasive way of conducting private and public affairs in which state and local office holders throughout Hawaii took their personal financial interests into account in their actions as public officials.

• George Cooper, Author

• Gavan Daws, Author

• The closest thing there is to a definitive text on politics in modern Hawaii... This will be a valuable source for the long-term observer and a necessity for newcomers wanting to understand local politics...
  —The Maui News
• The most important book published in Hawaii within recent memory.
  —East West
• Packed with relevant facts: how politicians voted on land issues, how officials were connected with investment groups.... For every Hawaii voter and taxpayer, it's solid advice.
  —Honolulu Star-Bulletin