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 »
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 »
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 »
The future is looking bright for recent Molokai High School graduate and Maui Interscholastic League Wrestler of the Year Mikayla Pico. She will attend Southwestern Oregon Community College this fall, where she plans to major in education. In addition to… Continue »
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.
I read the July 20 commentary by Kitty Lagareta, whom I respect greatly, but I have a very different view of Mufi Hannemann, given my work with him as chairman of the Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association. Mufi Hannemann recently… Continue »
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 »
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.
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 »
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 »