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Blair, Chad. "Democracy in Hawaii: Class, Race, and Gender in Local Politics," American Studies Department, University of Hawaii, Manoa, December 1996.
This inquiry is based on a multi-structured approach which examines the social, political, economic, and cultural characteristics of modern Hawaii and their effect upon the state’s 1994 gubernatorial elections. This study argues that-contrary to the state’s image as a harmonious, heterogeneous society-Hawaii is highly stratified. A small elite influences the lives of all island residents, for those with resources have unequal political power. Racial exclusiveness is evident, particularly concerning the two largest and most powerful island groups, whites and Japanese. Filipinos are increasing in numbers and political strength, while Hawaiians may one day choose a form of sovereignty that could have serious ramifications for all island residents. Lastly, local identity unites diverse groups of people as it defines others as perennial outsiders; in this society, women are second-class citizens, while homosexuals are denied basic civil rights.
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