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“Core services are vital for our people and this tax cut is an opportunity for the state government to prioritize spending.”

“It is so crucial that more ‘average,’ working-class locals run for office to authentically represent our communities.”

“Both Kailua and Kaneohe bays are adversely affected by an outdated wastewater treatment plant that pumps waste out to the sea.”

“We should strive to reduce taxes to a reasonable level, lower the cost of living for all Hawaii residents, and reduce business regulations.”

“Kona’s population growth outpaced the growth of basic infrastructure and now is the time to catch up.”

“Let’s start with spending on immediate and urgent local problems that affect us now — before we spend our resources on global issues.”

“The historic tax cuts we passed this year are a good start, but we have a long way to go.”

“The state owns the majority of land around the rail stations and we can be a leader in providing more housing options.”

“Legislators should accept no gifts. Not even a donut or a cheap ballpoint pen.”

“We must do much better at building homes that working and middle class households can afford.”