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“There is a level of tension that has created divisiveness between members, and their staff members. If elected, I would work toward bringing my colleagues together.”

“I would like to look into establishing a state program that would potentially forgive part or all of a primary care provider’s educational debt in exchange for practicing here in the state, especially in our rural areas, where the need is greatest.”

“Since 2010, I have been advocating … for government designated areas for the homeless to camp, as a temporary, cost-effective solution until long-term alternatives (like more affordable housing) are implemented.”

“Hilo lacks economic opportunity and many young people are moving away. We need a dramatic expansion of our early college program and CTE training at the high school level, along with strong incentives for local college grads to stay on the Big Island.”

“I always make it a point to listen to all sides of an issue before making a decision, and coming from a background in mediation I try diligently to be fair to all parties involved.”

But a new political action committee with powerful friends doesn’t cite a source for its estimated price of a constitutional convention.

“There is a very large range of philosophies and views among Democrats, and many power struggles within the party. I believe Democrats hold each other accountable due to this diversity among ourselves.”

“My urban district is under siege — ‘luxury blight’ from Waikiki to Kakaako financed by outside investment aimed at an offshore market, even as residents are screaming for affordable housing.”

Brian Schatz says it’s time to give full voting rights to people in Washington, D.C., and U.S. territories so they can elect members to Congress.

“Offering neighbor island residents the opportunity to participate in their state government through technology is not only the right thing to do, it’s inexcusable that we haven’t done it yet.”