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“Offer an annual convening of all Native Hawaiians to attend, share and bring manao to help each other.”

“The biggest issue facing Hawaii County is trust in the government.”

“Tourism should be for the betterment of the island, so what about ecotourism?”

“Elected officials must be willing to act with integrity — even if it means bucking party leadership or special interests.”

“We have unique cultural, natural and human resources in our state to provide opportunities to develop alternative industries that can complement tourism.”

“Addressing the shortage of Honolulu police officers, which is over 400, is the most effective way to reduce crime.”

“Throughout the years of growing up in Kailua, I have never felt unsafe walking around at night. This isn’t the case anymore.”

“Workers themselves should be the majority stockholders in the visitor industry here on the islands.”

“I will propose to increase government support for affordable housing and adopt innovative models such as micro-apartments and accessory dwellings.”

“What the county can do is keep costs down and ensure that the revenue we collect is well spent.”