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On Politics: August 3, 2012

August 3, 2012

In the last days of a political campaign, reporters are looking for the “Big Mo,” the momentum shifts that show who is picking up speed and who is losing pace. In the Democratic primary contest for the 2nd Congressional District,… Continue »

LTE: Hannemann led on recycling

August 3, 2012

Hannemann led on recycling Former Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann is more than entitled to receive credit for curb-side recycling (“Candidate misrepresented,” Star-Advertiser, Letters, July 27). When Hannemann came into office, he had to deal with a number of issues related… Continue »

Hannemann, Gabbard vie for votes from Democrats

August 3, 2012

The Democratic race in the 2nd Congressional District is boiling down to whether neighbor island and rural Oahu voters prefer a seasoned politico in former Mayor Mufi Hannemann or the newer face of city Councilwoman and Iraq War veteran Tulsi… Continue »

Hannemann shows ‘a healthy margin’ over his opponent

July 30, 2012

Former Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann holds a 43 percent-to-33 percent lead over City Councilwoman Tulsi Gabbard in the Demo­cratic primary for the U.S. House 2nd District seat, the latest Hawaii Poll shows.

Star-Advertiser: “Hannemann Deserves Nod”

July 22, 2012 • Oahu

U.S. Rep. Mazie Hirono’s decision to seek the vacancy left by U.S. Sen. Daniel Akaka’s retirement has created active campaigns by qualified candidates to replace her in representation of outer Oahu and the neighbor islands. Mufi Hannemann’s background of accomplishment… Continue »

Maui News: “Mufi Should be Chosen”

July 20, 2012 • LanaiMauiMolokai

He is the right candidate, at the right time, for the 2nd Congressional seat. His background is replete with instances of working together to find compromises to solve problems. We’d urge a vote for Mufi Hannemann for the U.S. House of Representatives.

Hannemann wins backing of maritime unions

July 6, 2012

Four maritime unions are backing former Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann in the Democratic primary for Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District. Endorsements were announced Friday by the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association, Marine Firemen’s Union, Sailors’ Union of the Pacific and the Seafarers… Continue »

HNN: Hannemann gets Realtor endorsement

June 7, 2012

Mufi Hannemann has picked up a major business endorsement in the race for Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional district. The National Association of Realtors announced its supporting his run. The organization says Hannemann was a “strong leader” for realtors and homeowners during… Continue »