Wipeout in Hawaii

A president is toppled amid claims of arrogance, cronyism, and misspending

By JULIANNE BASINGER

Honolulu

As president of the University of Hawaii System, Evan S. Dobelle kept in his office here a bucket of plastic crabs tipped on its side, a few fake crustaceans scattered across the floor. The scene was meant to send a message about his mission in Hawaii, a place where Mr. Dobelle...

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