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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: State House District 13 — Mahina Poepoe

Candidate Q&A: State House District 13 — Mahina Poepoe

“I have prioritized policies that increase health care affordability and expand access to essential services.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 11 — Aileen Acain

Candidate Q&A: State House District 11 — Aileen Acain

“There are better, brighter, younger candidates that we need to help build the future of Hawaii.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 7 — Tim Dalhouse

Candidate Q&A: State House District 7 — Tim Dalhouse

“It took thousands of our people fleeing to the mainland for the career politicians dominating our Legislature to admit to these critical mistakes.”

Candidate Q&A: Maui County Council Kahului District — Tasha Kama

Candidate Q&A: Maui County Council Kahului District — Tasha Kama

“The county needs to responsibly manage water resources because water is a public trust and should be in the hands of those entrusted to serve the public.”

Candidate Q&A: Maui County Council Kahului District — Carol Lee Kamekona

Candidate Q&A: Maui County Council Kahului District — Carol Lee Kamekona

“Prioritizing resident-first projects, such as generational housing, will provide stable and affordable living options for local families.”

Candidate Q&A: US Senate — Shelby Pikachu Billionaire

Candidate Q&A: US Senate — Shelby Pikachu Billionaire

“I am Kanaka Maoli and will feed the people in Congress and staff members chocolate macadamia nuts, coffee and cook meat Jun.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 37 — Trish La Chica

Candidate Q&A: State House District 37 — Trish La Chica

“I’m committed to focusing on workforce development, affordable housing and child care to help middle-class and working families thrive in Hawaii.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 30 — Shirley Templo

Candidate Q&A: State House District 30 — Shirley Templo

“If done right, we can build a clean energy future, reduce energy costs, reduce pollution, create jobs and diversify Hawaii’s economy.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 30 — P.M. Azinga

Candidate Q&A: State House District 30 — P.M. Azinga

“One of the crucial factors that has led to mass exodus from the state is our massive income tax.”

Candidate Q&A: State House District 39 — Elijah Pierick

Candidate Q&A: State House District 39 — Elijah Pierick

“With $17 billion as a state budget for a state population of only 1.4 million, our services should be impeccable.”