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
“We need to be tougher on criminals and how they are appointed legal counsel.”
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
“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
“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
“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
“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.
“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
“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
“We should structure our tax policy to encourage commercial properties to utilize a portion of their buildings for housing when appropriate.”