Episode 750
This extensive Wikipedia excerpt provides a comprehensive overview of Hawaii, detailing its identity as a non-contiguous U.S. island state in the Pacific Ocean. The text broadly covers the islands' unique geography and environment, highlighting the archipelago's volcanic nature and its large number of endangered species. Furthermore, it extensively documents Hawaii's complex history, tracing its progression from Polynesian settlement and the Hawaiian Kingdom to the controversial overthrow of the monarchy, annexation, and eventual statehood in 1959, including the ongoing sovereignty movement. The document also addresses the demographics and economy, noting the highly diverse population, the dominance of tourism and military spending, and the high cost of living. Finally, it touches on culture, language, and government, noting the dual official languages of English and Hawaiian, the role of Pidgin, and the unique county-level administration structure.
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