The Future of the Republican Party in Hawaii - Rebranding the GOP with Col. Shirlene Ostrov

Think Tech, Published on Mar 27, 2017

While the Republican party has grown in size and power throughout the nation, it has been shrinking in the State of Hawaii. Both national and local media have recently featured stories focusing on the loss of impact and relevance of Republicans in Hawaii. As an active party leader who has run for office, Shirlene Ostrov sees the challenges facing the Republican Party. Shirlene joins Keli'i Akina on E Hana Kakou to share why she believes it's future can be bright.

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Emerging Political Leadership with Representative Andria Tupola

Think Tech, Published on Apr 10, 2017

Hawaii State Representative Andria Tupola has hit the Hawaii political scene like a whirlwind. Rapidly rising to the position leader of the Republican caucus in the State House, Andria has taken on issues that give her prominence beyond her party affiliation. Could Representative Tupola be the future of the Republican Party? Dr. Keli'i Akina explores her vision for her party and for the state of Hawaii on E Hana Kakou.