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Civil Beat asked candidates to answer some questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities will be if elected. You can view those responses here after they are completed and returned.

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Candidate Q&A: US Senate — Adriel Lam

Candidate Q&A: US Senate — Adriel Lam

“Every citizen should have the required education to know the proper function and use of a firearm and the discipline to handle firearms in a safe and responsible manner.”

Candidate Q&A: US Senate — Melba Amaral

Candidate Q&A: US Senate — Melba Amaral

“We need to be tougher on criminals and how they are appointed legal counsel.”

Candidate Q&A: US Senate — Clyde Lewman

Candidate Q&A: US Senate — Clyde Lewman

“The United States did not begin with two parties, and the benefits we have had from the two parties and the two chambers have long stopped accruing.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 20 — George Hooker

Candidate Q&A: State House District 20 — George Hooker

“Increasing transparency by expanding the Campaign Spending Commission and supporting measures to crack down on bad actors is crucial.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 20 — James Logue James Logue photo/2024

Candidate Q&A: State House District 20 — James Logue

“I will prioritize expanding access to long-term mental health care and substance abuse treatment programs.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 20 — John Choi

Candidate Q&A: State House District 20 — John Choi

“Reducing the influence of big money in our political system is crucial for genuine progress and innovation.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 20 — Kevan Wong

Candidate Q&A: State House District 20 — Kevan Wong

“As more and more homeless individuals are being pushed out of Waikiki, we have seen an increase here in House District 20.”

Candidate Q&A: Hawaii County Council District 2 — Gary Napoleon Jr.

Candidate Q&A: Hawaii County Council District 2 — Gary Napoleon Jr.

“I plan to showcase small businesses through family-friendly community events and restore downtown Hilo to the gathering place it once was.”

Candidate Q&A: Hawaii County Council District 2 — Grace Manipol

Candidate Q&A: Hawaii County Council District 2 — Grace Manipol

“Training some of our high school graduates with electrical or plumbing skills will help them land a job or be self-employed individuals.”

Candidate Q&A: Hawaii County Council District 2 — Jennifer Kagiwada

Candidate Q&A: Hawaii County Council District 2 — Jennifer Kagiwada

“We should structure our tax policy to encourage commercial properties to utilize a portion of their buildings for housing when appropriate.”