Maui Election

Justin Hughey, 2010 candidate for State House District 8, Transcript: Introduction: My name is Justin Hughey and I’m running for State House of Representatives, District 8.  I am a teacher, and I work a second job at a restaurant in order to be a teacher, even though I have a Master’s Degree.  My predominant focus is […]

Johanna Amorin, 2010 candidate for State House District 11, Transcript: Introduction:  Aloha, I’m Johanna Amorin.  I’m running for the State House of Representatives, South Maui, 11th District.  I have been a resident of south Maui since 1973.  Today, I’m a business owner, but I have given about 40 years of community service to Maui County.  I’ve […]

Alan Arakawa, 2010 candidate for Maui Mayor, Transcript: Introduction: Thank you very much for this opportunity.  I’m Alan Arakawa.  I’m the former Mayor of Maui County and also a former council member.  What I’m looking at is trying to create a more stable economy and a higher quality of life for our community.  I believe that because the […]

By Wendy Osher There will be three less polling sites on Maui this election year.  The precinct consolidation will result in the closure of polling places at the Ulupalakua Ranch workshop, the Kaulana Pueo Church in Huelo and the Kahului Hongwanji in central Maui.  That leaves Maui County will at total of 40 polling sites.  […]

Don Couch, 2010 candidate for South Maui Council, Transcript: Introduction: Aloha, my name is Don Couch, and I’m running for South Maui, County Council.  I have experience working in the county as a former Executive Assistant to Mayor Alan Arakawa, as well as former Deputy Director of Planning.  Pretty much, the most important issue right now is […]

Leona Rocha-Wilson, 2010 candidate for the Board of Education-Maui Residency seat, Transcript: Introduction: I’m Leona Rocha-Wilson.  I was born in H-Poko, went to Maui High and Baldwin High.  After graduating from Baldwin High, I joined the service.  My mother felt that she wanted me to do something other than work in the fields, so we sat down […]

Charmaine Tavares, 2010 candidate for Maui Mayor, Transcript: Introduction: Aloha, I’m Charmaine Tavares and I’m seeking re-election to the office of Mayor for the county of Maui.  I’ve spent the past three and a half years being your mayor since 2007.  We’ve had some really tough times and I plan to continue working on economic recovery for […]

Netra Halperin, 2010 candidate for District 11 State House, Transcript: Introduction: Aloha, my name is Netra Halperin.  I’m running for State House, South Maui.  I am a psychotherapist.  I have a Masters in Psychology and I worked at Aloha House, Women Helping Women, Maui Youth and Family Services; also, I’ve owned small businesses in the renovation […]

Peter Milbourn, 2010 candidate for Maui Mayor, Transcript: Introduction:  My name is Peter Milbourn.  I’m running for Mayor of Maui County.  I’m non-partisan. I haven’t got any special interests other than Maui County.  I’ve lived here for 37 years, and I’m just tired of watching the same political process go through the mayor’s office.  We just […]

Gladys Baisa, 2010 candidate for Upcountry Maui Council, Transcript: Introduction: My Name is Gladys Coelho Baisa and I am currently the Upcounty Council Member serving a second term, and I’m running for a third term on the County Council–thankfully unopposed.  Some of the items that I’m very concerned about, and continue to be concerned about from […]

Keeaumoku Kapu, 2010 candidate for West Maui Council, Transcript: Introduction: My name is Jonah Keeaumoku Kapu.  I live in Kauaula Valley in Lahaina on lands that are kuleana lands, that were passed down from generations from the crown all the way to today.  One of the key issues–because my whole life has a lot to do […]

The Hawaii Chapter of the Sierra Club is endorsing Maui County Council Member Sol Kaho’ohalahala in his bid for mayor.  The endorsement was one on a list of 54 candidate endorsements released by the 6,000 member environmental grassroots group today. “Candidates endorsed by the Sierra Club will help to protect Hawaii’s clean water, special places, […]

Chris Hart, 2010 candidate for Maui Mayor, Transcript: Introduction: My name is Chris Hart and I am running for the office of Mayor of Maui County.  I came to Hawaii as part of the United States Army.  I was stationed at Schofield Barracks, and after our brigade built up, I was deployed to Vietnam.  And I came […]

Joe Souki, 2010 candidate for State House District 8, Transcript: Introduction: My name is Joseph Souki.  I am currently an incumbent member of the House, 8th District.  I am from District 8 all the way from Kahakuloa to Waikapu.  This past year, I’ve been part of the leadership and the chairman of the Transportation Committee.  I […]

Voters will get a chance to meet the candidates vying for the West Maui Council seat during a Meet and Greet event this Sunday, August 15, 2010 at the Maui Theatre in Lahaina.  The meet and greet portion begins at 4:30 p.m. in the lobby of the Maui Theater with a formal discussion taking place on […]

George Fontaine, 2010 candidate for State House District 11, Transcript: Introduction:  Please introduce yourself, give your name, the race you are running for and briefly name the key issues you plan to address in your campaign.  Answer:  My name is George Fontaine and I’m running for District 11 for the state House of Representatives.  I have […]

Ray Hart, 2010 candidate for the Board of Education-Maui Residency seat, Transcript: Introduction:  Please introduce yourself, give your name, the race you are running for and briefly name the key issues you plan to address in your campaign. Answer:  Hi, my name is Ray Hart.  I’m running for the Board of Education.  The major issues that […]

Gary Hooser, 2010 candidate for Lt. Governor of Hawaii, Transcript:  INTRODUCTION:  Aloha, I’m Gary Hooser.  I’m a candidate for Lt. Governor.  And I’m focusing on the issues (there’s lots of important issues of course, but) energy independence, educational excellence, environmental protection and sustainability are my key areas of focus.  I’ve been in the Hawaii State Senate […]

By Wendy Osher A hui of unions representing a variety of trades including laborers, electricians and masons is publicly supporting a new face in the Maui Mayor’s race.  The brotherhood of the Maui Construction Union Trades announced their endorsement today of Randy Piltz for Mayor during a press conference held at the Maui Carpenters Union […]

Another Maui endorsement has been made.  The International Longshore & Warehouse Union Local 142 political action committee has endorsed State Representative Joe Bertram III for re-election to the District 11 state house seat.  Bertram, who is the incumbent for the seat, faces two other democratic challengers:  Johanna Amorin and Netra Halperin, as well as a […]