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How Hawaii Became a Poor State Made For the Rich

Economics Explained

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Challenges and Economic Outlook for Hawaii

The chapter delves into Hawaii's struggle with its tourism-dependent economy and the potential repercussions of trying to increase wages. It also touches upon legislative efforts, such as the Non-Contiguous Shipping Competition Act and proposed changes to the Jones Act, to address shipping monopolies in Hawaii.

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