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While they found some common ground at a candidates forum, the top contenders for the 1st Congressional District mostly disagreed.

“The most pressing underlying issue facing Molokai is the lack of notification, education, and information to help the public participate.”

“Though I serve all of Maui County, my district residency is Molokai. Molokai’s economic situation is our challenge. One of Molokai’s major employers closed and we have approximately 80 displaced workers.”

“My weekends will always still be spent in Blue Ginger Cafe talking over morning coffee as usual with the locals of the community.”

“I support development that reduces dependency on limited natural resources, and development with an end result that is not land speculation.”

Hawaii’s junior senator is gaining national prominence for her outspoken criticism of Trump and Brett Kavanaugh.

“New development needs to be planned around available infrastructure to minimize costs. ‘No Build’ zones need to be established to protect sensitive areas.”

“I think the relationships between the mayor and council must be one of mutual respect so law enforcement has the sense and feeling that they are supported by their peers as well as their community.”

GOP party chair Shirlene Ostrov has a hard climb to build a viable two-party system in the islands. This year, even her top-ticket candidates are feuding.

A new survey shows how island residents feel about their elected officials, major institutions and a broad range of issues, from housing to the environment.