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Monday, September 27, 2010 |
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Hanabusa voted to make Hawaii #1 in high taxes
By News Release @ 1:20 PM :: 11549 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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In her own words, Colleen Hanabusa said in one of her recent advertisements that she is the kind of politician that, “What you see is what you’ll get.” Since she asked for it, let’s take a look at her record…
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Monday, September 27, 2010 |
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HCF: Clear lack of vision at the Board of Education
By News Release @ 1:30 AM :: 6916 Views :: Energy, Environment
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When asked about its "strategic vision" at a recent meeting, BOE members said they "need to talk about it."
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Monday, September 27, 2010 |
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Aiona Video: How can Hawaii rediscover the path toward good-paying jobs?
By Video @ 12:07 AM :: 6631 Views :: Energy, Environment
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HONOLULU - Duke Aiona and Lynn Finnegan today launched the first in a series of videos they will share online to discuss real solutions that will benefit all of Hawai‘i. The first spot, "Piston," focuses on job creation, which will be Duke Aiona and Lynn Finnegan's top priority as Governor and Lt. Governor.
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Saturday, September 25, 2010 |
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Aiona accepts eight debate, forum invitations
By News Release @ 6:12 PM :: 9274 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Said Lt. Governor Aiona. "We have only five weeks left to show voters how we will govern so they can make an informed decision in the general election. Once it became clear that my opponent didn't want to immediately focus this campaign on the issues, we agreed to any debates we could. I'm ready to debate right now."
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Friday, September 24, 2010 |
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Friday, September 24, 2010 |
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HUD: Hawaii Federally funded construction projects jeopardized by override of Lingle’s veto
By News Release @ 2:20 PM :: 11551 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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“I encourage the Legislature to take immediate steps to repeal these two laws since they place federally funded public construction projects in Hawai‘i in jeopardy and could even subject the State to fines and penalties for violating federal procurement rules,” said Governor Lingle. “In addition to the legality of an ambiguous residency quota and procurement preference, I vetoed these measures because they discourage job creation, delay and increase the cost of public construction projects, and stall our economic recovery.”
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Friday, September 24, 2010 |
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Best for Guard, Reserve: State of Hawaii receives DoD Freedom Award
By News Release @ 11:24 AM :: 9138 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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The Freedom Award is the highest recognition given to employers for their support of their employees who also serve in the National Guard and Reserve. The Hawai‘i State Government was selected as one of only 15 employers from across the nation to receive the 2010 Freedom Award. This is the first time a state is being recognized with the award. A national selection board comprised of senior Defense officials and business leaders selects the award recipients.
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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VIDEO: New Djou ad rebuts “rattled” National Democrats
By Video @ 10:53 PM :: 11578 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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"Judging from their most recent ad, it's clear National Democrats are rattled. They know the only way they can win is by trying to mislead the people of Hawaii. They know, and more importantly, the voters of Hawaii's First Congressional District know that my record is clear: I have supported measures that will put our fiscal house in order, create jobs and help our community."
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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Hawaii Democrats pledge: Higher taxes, more spending, less liberty
By Jonah Ka`auwai @ 8:18 PM :: 9270 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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“Some are asking ‘where is the local and national Democrats’ plan?’ and I remind them that it is already being implemented, and here in Hawaii has been the norm for over four decades. Higher taxes and fees, more spending, bigger government, less liberty and doing whatever union bosses tell them to. That’s the Democrat’s ‘Pledge.’ They should have the guts to put it on paper and roll it out the way Republicans have.”
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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Forum: Elected or Appointed Board of Education - What is the Best Choice?
By News Release @ 8:08 PM :: 12613 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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Please join our panelists:
- - Garrett Toguchi, Chair, Hawaii Board of Education
- - Colbert Matsumoto, Spokesperson, Hawaii's Children First
- - Patricia Hamamoto, Principal of St. Louis School
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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Full Text: Aiona, Finnegan unveil energy, environment, agriculture plans
By News Release @ 7:02 PM :: 7248 Views :: Energy, Environment
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"I will vigorously implement the Hawai‘i Clean Energy Initiative, and set a more aggressive, but achievable, mid-term goal of cutting by more than one-half Hawai‘i's annual foreign oil spending by 2018," Lt. Governor Aiona said. "Instead of shipping out $2 billion to $3 billion each year to buy foreign oil, we'll keep it in the local economy to create jobs."
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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Djou makes “Pledge to America”
By Rep Charles Djou @ 6:07 PM :: 11239 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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The American people want, and our economy needs, more private sector jobs, not more public sector programs. The Pledge to America answers this call.
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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Djou votes against $14,457,000,000 in new taxes
By Rep Charles Djou @ 5:59 PM :: 11755 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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“Instead of taking the simple step of offering small businesses the assurance that their taxes will not go up in a matter of months, this bill deepens our nation’s debt and provides no long-term incentives to create jobs. In fact, this bill permanently raises taxes by nearly $14.5 billion dollars. We cannot tax our way out of recession.
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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What we see: Hanabusa’s tax raising record
By News Release @ 5:50 PM :: 8911 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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In her own words, Colleen Hanabusa said in one of her recent advertisements that she is the kind of politician that, “What you see is what you’ll get.” Since she asked for it, let’s take a look at her record…
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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Hawaii Right to Life Congratulates Pro-Life Primary Election Candidates
By News Release @ 4:49 PM :: 5357 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Executive Director Janet Grace commented, “Regardless of the outcome of the various races, all of Hawaii’s pro-life candidates are heroes to those of us who respect the sanctity of human life.”
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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VIDEO: Djou floor speech in favor of Congressional Gold Medal for 100th/442nd
By Video @ 4:30 PM :: 11728 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Congressman Djou spoke on the House floor in support of S.1055 (H.R. 347) – granting the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the 100th Infantry Battalion and the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, United States Army, in recognition of their dedicated service during World War II.
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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New York, Hawaii Top Earners Face Highest Tax Under Obama Plan, Study Says
By Selected News Articles @ 2:32 PM :: 9440 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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High-income residents of New York City and President Barack Obama’s home state of Hawaii would have the highest marginal tax rates in the U.S. if Congress adopts the president’s proposal to increase taxes for top earners....
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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Six Months Later and ObamaCare Continues to Fall Flat for Hanabusa
By News Release @ 12:24 PM :: 9174 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Recent news has shown that the Democrats’ healthcare takeover continues to grow more unpopular among the American public as it stunts job growth, imposes even more new taxes, and strips working families of their existing healthcare coverage. While the White House once claimed to be campaigning on ObamaCare, it now appears that Democrats like Hanabusa are running away from the healthcare takeover that they once supported.
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010 |
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Aiona/Finnegan campaign releases transportation and health plans
By News Release @ 7:12 PM :: 6674 Views :: Energy, Environment
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HONOLULU - Lt. Governor Duke Aiona today released detailed policy plans for transportation and health care that he would seek to implement in an Aiona-Finnegan Administration. The specific policy agendas follow plans the gubernatorial candidate unveiled in recent weeks on jobs and the economy and education.
"We want to focus this campaign on the issues," said Lt. Governor Aiona. "It is only through an active and engaged public that we will achieve lasting solutions to the immediate problems facing our citizens."
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010 |
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Nov 2: Focus on kids--abolish the current BoE
By News Release @ 6:52 PM :: 6006 Views :: Energy, Environment
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The Board is in charge of the school system. Its responsibilities include selecting the Superintendent; setting policies and priorities; approving how resources are distributed; and negotiating with the unions on things that matter in the classroom.
Despite its influence, the system has clearly failed the children, producing FURLOUGH FRIDAYS and MEDIOCRE TO POOR RESULTS.
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010 |
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VIDEO: New RGA ad highlights Aiona’s education plan
By Video @ 6:39 PM :: 6324 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Duke Aiona advocates the Power of Aloha program. It provides hundreds of students with lessons about character and making smart choices.
“It’s easier to build strong children than it is to fix broken adults.”
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010 |
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Full Text: House Republican Caucus "Pledge to America"
By News Release @ 4:43 PM :: 10027 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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In town halls and on public squares, in every corner of this country, people have gathered and spoken out – in small groups and larger crowds, through phone calls and in letters, through websites and new technologies. Though these petitions come from different walks, their message is uniform: Washington has not been listening. Politicians in Washington have imposed an agenda that doesn’t reflect the priorities of the people. What’s worse, the most important decisions are made behind closed doors, where a flurry of backroom deals has supplanted the will of the people. It’s time to do away with the old politics: that much is clear. It’s not enough, however, to swap out one set of leaders for another. Structure dictates behavior, so we have drafted this blueprint on a process of listening to the American people and fielding their concerns and ideas for turning things around.
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010 |
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Shapiro tells Hawaii media how to spin debate story
By Andrew Walden @ 2:31 PM :: 7002 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Neil Abercrombie may believe “it’s not my job” to participate in gubernatorial debates, but it apparently is David Shapiro’s job to spin it.
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010 |
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CNBC VIDEO: Djou on Summers’ resignation, House GOP policy agenda
By Video @ 12:43 PM :: 11245 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Washington, DC — Congressman Charles K. Djou (HI-01) appeared on CNBC’s “Worldwide Exchange” this morning to discuss the departure of Larry Summers from the White House, the failed economic policies of this Administration and the current majority in Congress and what needs to be done to achieve economic growth. Clip and excerpts below....
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010 |
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Hanohano: Abercrombie is ducking debate challenge
By News Release @ 3:55 PM :: 6668 Views :: Energy, Environment
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"It was reported recently that our opponent said it's not his "job" to debate Duke Aiona. This campaign must be about issues in order for the people of Hawai‘i to make an informed decision on their choice for Governor.
"Our working families and small businesses are facing big challenges, and our opponent has yet to show how he'll accomplish all the promises he's making.
"The people of Hawai‘i need real solutions, not just talk.
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010 |
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Gubernatorial Debates? Abercrombie says “It’s not my job”
By Andrew Walden @ 2:33 PM :: 10955 Views :: Hawaii County , Akaka Bill, Energy, Environment
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The Star-Advertiser’s editors endorsed the call for debates, writing:
We like that Aiona has already challenged Abercrombie to six debates, which will serve to enlighten. He's taken the offensive to call for specifics on balancing the budget, growing the economy and jobs, and revamping education. For his part, Aiona vows a "clear path" on how the GOP will lead the state. We can hardly wait -- frustrations linger over Furlough Fridays and legislative stalemates -- and will be listening intently.
Neil Abercrombie’s answer? “It’s not my job”
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010 |
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Keep It Real, Conservatives
By Grover Norquist @ 12:58 PM :: 7450 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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When you are losing—you want distractions.
When you are winning—you do not want distractions.
We are winning at present. -- we should remain the “focus like a laser on spending” movement.
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010 |
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A Leftist Wish List vs. National Security
By Heritage Foundation @ 12:12 PM :: 6517 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Reid bypassed usual Senate procedure and included "the DREAM Act" in the defense bill. The DREAM Act creates a "path to citizenship" for illegal immigrants who entered the U.S. before the age of 16, have lived here for 5 years, and either serve in the military or attend college. But the bill also prohibits the government from deporting anyone who has even filed an application for the program. This essentially gives amnesty to anyone who applies regardless of whether they actually qualify for the act's protections. Worse, the program would also allow applicants to sponsor their immediate family members for a green card.
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Monday, September 20, 2010 |
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Debates: Aiona’s Open letter to Abercrombie “All you have to do is say ‘yes’.”
By News Release @ 7:19 PM :: 6423 Views :: Energy, Environment
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HONOLULU - The Duke Aiona for Governor campaign hand-delivered a letter signed by Lt. Governor Duke Aiona, formally challenging his opponent in the general election for Governor to a series of six in-depth debates in the weeks leading up to Election Day....
"By debating each important issue for an extended period of time, our residents will get to see how each of us will govern, so they can make an informed decision in the general election," added Lt. Governor Aiona. "All you have to do is say ‘yes.’"
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Monday, September 20, 2010 |
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Djou to hold telephone talk-story with constituents
By News Release @ 4:46 PM :: 10378 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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WHO: Congressman Charles Djou
WHAT: Telephone talk story
WHEN: Tuesday, September 21, 2010; 6:00 PM HST/12:00 AM ET
CALL: 866-521-8154
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 |
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VIDEO: Djou releases new ad “Making a difference”
By Rep Charles Djou @ 7:49 PM :: 10408 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Today, as we embark on the next phase of our campaign, we are launching a new television commercial entitled "Making A Difference."
It highlights my work in the short time I've been privileged to serve you as your congressman.
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 |
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Republican legislative candidates unite behind action plan
By News Release @ 5:17 PM :: 8983 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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Republicans showed unprecedented unity with the unveiling of a 2011 legislative action plan outlining specific proposals to improve Hawaii’s economy, education and government.
The plan, spearheaded by the Republican Caucus, was unveiled today by incumbents and key State House Senate Republican candidates.
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 |
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Duke Aiona challenges Abercrombie to six debates
By News Release @ 4:15 PM :: 6260 Views :: Energy, Environment
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The Lt. Governor is proposing the following debate schedule.
- Friday, Sept. 24 -- Jobs and the Economy
- Week of Sept. 27 -- Education
- Week of Oct. 4 -- State budget and Spending
- Week of Oct. 11 -- Native Hawaiian Issues
- Week of Oct. 18 -- Health and Human Services
- Week of Oct. 25 -- Energy
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 |
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“Voters have spoken: The status quo in Hawaii and in Congress is unacceptable and they want change” -- Djou
By News Release @ 2:22 PM :: 10632 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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"I am humbled that the voters of Hawaii's First Congressional District have placed their trust in me. Once again, the voters have spoken: the status quo in Hawaii and in Congress is unacceptable and they want change. Over the next 45 days, I look forward to taking our message of fiscal responsibility and government accountability to all parts of this Congressional district and earning the people's trust to represent them in the U.S. House."
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 |
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Primary Election Results— FINAL
By Andrew Walden @ 5:36 AM :: 11178 Views :: Energy, Environment
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HD33 –D Gay marriage activist Blake Oshiro wins 52.4% to 44.3% against county councilman Gary Okino.
Transsexual BoE incumbent Mr Kim Coco Iwamoto is sandwiched between an HGEA boss and an HSTA boss for top three positions on BoE. Voters will have a chance to abolish this mess Nov 2.
Republican Don Couch is leading for S Maui seat on Maui Council
Fred Blas is leading for Hawaii County Council Dist 4 Puna
Faye "Islam Day" Hanohano will face off against Marlene Hapai for HD4 Puna
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 |
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Kaauwai congratulates Aiona-Finnegan
By News Release @ 2:37 AM :: 6442 Views :: Energy, Environment
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“We are very excited with Lynn Finnegan’s victory tonight. A Duke Aiona and Lynn Finnegan ticket brings an exciting balance of experience and new ideas for the people of Hawaii. This kind of young, vibrant leadership is exactly what Hawaii needs.
“I also want to congratulate Adrienne King and her campaign for a fantastic campaign and even more for having the courage to run a solid campaign as a Republican in Hawaii. King inspired so many others by her leadership and grace."
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 |
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Saturday, September 18, 2010 |
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Washington Times: Sandwich Isles Communications poised to go into bankruptcy
By Selected News Articles @ 1:55 AM :: 11916 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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The Universal Service Fund (USF) is that pesky tax on your phone bill that subsidizes connections for rural or lower-income households. The multibillion-dollar fund has caught enormous flak over the years for waste, fraud and abuse. And amid an ongoing and much-needed debate in Congress on how to reform the USF, the Federal Communications Commission is set to rule any day on the future of one small, politically connected company that built its entire business around receiving these taxpayer funds.
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Friday, September 17, 2010 |
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Find Your Polling Place -- Polls open 7AM to 6PM Saturday Sept 18
By Selected News Articles @ 5:12 PM :: 19002 Views :: Hawaii County , Akaka Bill, Honolulu County, Democratic Party, Kauai County, DHHL, Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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Primary Election Vote on Saturday, September 18, 2010 -- 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Friday, September 17, 2010 |
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Lingle to host 7th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference
By News Release @ 11:42 AM :: 12261 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Top women leaders from seven nations will gather in Waikīkī to share their personal and professional stories at the 7th annual International Women’s Leadership Conference (IWLC). These remarkable women will each share their own incredible story of success in the hopes of inspiring audience members to move forward with their own hopes and dreams, while contributing to the community.
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Thursday, September 16, 2010 |
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Abercrombie predicts Duke Aiona will be next governor
By Andrew Walden @ 5:02 PM :: 12378 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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The Democratic Gubernatorial Primary race? “It’s war” according to Abercrombie-backer, East Hawaii ward heeler George Yokoyama.
Neil Abercrombie agrees. And he predicts that Republican Lt Governor Duke Aiona will win as a result.
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Thursday, September 16, 2010 |
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DoT Director Brennon Morioka resigns
By News Release @ 2:21 PM :: 11272 Views :: Energy, Environment
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HONOLULU – Governor Linda Lingle today announced state Department of Transportation (DOT) Director Brennon Morioka has accepted a job as executive vice president of Shioi Construction, Inc., in Pearl City. His last day at the DOT will be Thursday, Sept. 23.
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Thursday, September 16, 2010 |
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Will Hanabusa Support Stopping Tax Hikes on Small Businesses Before Congress Skips Town?
By News Release @ 11:36 AM :: 11035 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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“While working families and small business owners across the country are bracing for massive tax hikes, Washington is only piling on the uncertainty as they attempt to avoid action on their scheduled tax increases. It’s time that Colleen Hanabusa finally stand up to President Obama and the Democrats’ job-killing policies and pledge not to support adjournment unless there has been an up or down vote on stopping any and all tax hikes from occurring.”
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Thursday, September 16, 2010 |
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010 |
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GOP: Ed Case repeats losing three-way Special Election strategy
By Dylan Nonaka @ 7:16 PM :: 9209 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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"Case has no credibility when it comes to three-way special election strategy. Just four months ago, he was telling Democrats that they should vote for him because if they did not, Charles Djou might win the special election for Congress. In the end, he finished third and proved that he should have been telling his voters not to vote for him if he really wanted a Democrat to win the seat.
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010 |
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Aiona: My Appointed BoE would make Audit a top priority
By Lt Gov Duke Aiona @ 7:09 PM :: 6265 Views :: Energy, Environment
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"The public deserves to have a comprehensive audit by an independent firm that is not connected to the State Legislature or other vested interests....
"A new Board of Education appointed by the Governor could make this one of its first actions, which would help keep the audit from getting bogged down in the State Legislature and the current Board of Education.
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010 |
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Prevedouros: Case, Carlisle panic
By News Release @ 4:27 PM :: 9951 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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Last night's debate is sending shockwaves throughout the political community. Our opponents have outspent us 7:1, yet last night, the people supported Panos by 7:1. The waves of panic spread so strong that the beleaguered Ed Case had to send out an email asking people to not vote for Panos. We couldn't have gotten a better validation of how we will put an end to the status quo and we thank Mr. Case for his confirmation.
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010 |
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Djou: Most independent, bipartisan member of Hawaii delegation
By News Release @ 2:20 PM :: 11167 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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According to the ad's source, Congresswoman Mazie Hirono votes with her own party 98% of the time, Senator Dan Inouye votes with the national Democrat Party 97.2% of the time and Senator Daniel Akaka votes with his party 96.5% of the time.
The same source also showed Congressman Djou voting with Democrats 60% of the time.
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010 |
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Mayoral race: Ed Case appeals for crossover votes
By Ed Case @ 2:12 PM :: 9655 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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This is to ask you to vote for Peter Carlisle because if it's not Carlisle it'll be Kirk Caldwell.
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