Now on this we agree! There is a pattern of the inability to manage large projects. It can be done, but like the rail project, too many see large projects as an opportunity to profit at the expense of the taxpayer. Wazdat makes a good point as well.  The solution, IMO, is a two party system.  At the very least, I would encourage new young people to run for office, regardless of your affiliation (but keep in mind it's the Democrat he will be elected, so run as Dem, but govern with the best interest of all Hawaii in mind).