#USA: Hawaii Congresswoman Steps Down From Dem. Pty Posts, Endorses Sanders

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Hawaii Congresswman Tulsi Gabbard has stepped down from her post as vice chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee to endorse Bernie Sanders' presidential bid. She says Hillary Clinton's views on interventionism and "regime change" prompted her endorsement.

#USA: Hawaiian Lawmakers Raise Tobacco And e-Cigarette Purchase Age To 21

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A bill to increase the age restriction on tobacco products in Hawaii is headed to the governor. Senate Bill 1030 would make it illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to sell, possess, consume or purchase tobacco products or electric smoking devices in Hawaii. It would take effect on Jan. 1, 2016.