A Fast-Track Look At Thursday’s Mayoral Debate
Rail stole the spotlight again during a rapid-fire forum hosted by KITV and Civil Beat.
Candidate Q&A: Office Of Hawaiian Affairs Molokai Trustee — Jerry Flowers
“Keep the Hawaiians in the loop of all things that involve the Hawaiians and OHA.”
Candidate Q&A: Office Of Hawaiian Affairs At-Large — Haunani Apoliona
“OHA is performing its mandate, but not enough is being done due to internal and external barriers.”
Candidate Q&A: House District 20 — Calvin Say
“The Democratic Party is a party of diversity and we always have change.”
Candidate Q&A: House District 1 — Heather Kimball
“The most pressing issue facing our district is how to move forward after the departure of the cane industry.”
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Can Late Senator’s Heir Hold Off Challengers In Big Island Race?
Kai Kahele wants to keep his late father’s seat in the Hawaii Senate, but he will have to get past two Democratic primary opponents.
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Convention Delegate Doesn’t Regret Flipping The Bird In Philly
Hawaii’s Democratic Party chair apologized for the actions of Sanders supporter Chelsea Lyons Kent. But Kent isn’t apologizing.
Candidate Q&A: House District 30 — Romy Cachola
“Provide more funds for public education. Provide more funds to hire qualified teachers. Air condition all needed classrooms.”
Candidate Q&A: House District 8— Richard Abbett
“Increase … the minimum wage toward a family level. Adults work two jobs, some parents each work and child rearing time suffers.”
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The Ghost In The Big Island’s Political Machine
Incumbent Billy Kenoi isn’t among the 13 candidates for Hawaii County mayor, but his credit card scandal looms over the race.