Virtual & in-person: The Inside Story of the Greatest Corruption Case in Hawai‘i History

The July 2022 pick for the Civil Beat* Book Club is “The Mailbox Conspiracy: The Inside Story of the Greatest Corruption Case in Hawai‘i History,” by Alexander Silvert. Book Summary: Honolulu police chief Louis Kealoha and his wife, Katherine, the city’s deputy prosecutor, reported their mailbox stolen to frame a family member. It was only the beginning of an elaborate conspiracy. The corruption case  soon became the most notorious in Hawaiʻi history. “The Mailbox Conspiracy” is a fascinating study in the corruption of power and the abuse of public office. The book details a riveting and meticulously told story by the federal defender, Alexander Silvert who knew the facts from the inside.  There will be two separate events on this book, virtual and in-person. More info: Events – Honolulu Civil Beat

“The Mailbox Conspiracy” events

• Thursday, July 7, 2022 · 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Virtual Q&A with author Alexander Silver and reporter Nick Grube. Register to participate live or receive the recording. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/civil-beat-book-club-the-mailbox-conspiracy-author-qa-tickets-342505582417
• Wednesday, July 27, 2022 · 6 – 7:30 p.m. In-person at da Shop: books in Kaimuki. Light pupu and refreshments will be provided. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/civil-beat-book-club-discussion-the-mailbox-conspiracy-tickets-354936443457

* Honolulu Civil Beat is the only news outlet in Hawaiʻi dedicated to public affairs reporting. Their mission is to engage and educate the community on important public issues through in-depth reporting, investigative journalism, analysis, and commentary. Civil Beat is supported by readers and donors who believe that news is a public asset that should be shaped and nurtured by the entire community. Civil Beat Membership begins at $60 annually and includes a newsletter, member events, and other benefits. More info: Honolulu Civil Beat – Hawaii’s In-Depth News Source