ALOHA!

I am running for the office of Lieutenant Governor because I believe I can do the job and do it well. 

My political experience, both in the State House and the Senate, including six years as the Senate President, make me the most experienced of any candidate that has announced or expressed an interest in the race. 

I am qualified to handle the basic responsibilities of the office and more.  I believe I can apply my years of experience in the legislature to promote the goals and objects of the executive branch…a link, if you will, between the Governor and the State Legislature. 

While serving as the President of the Senate, I was often required to make hard decisions.  But even more difficult was getting a majority of other Senators to agree.  I was often able to find the middle ground that can move an issue forward.  I believe I can help the new Governor work in unison with the Legislature, possibly a critical difference in the success of a new Administration.

I have demonstrated that I can work well with others.  No other candidate has the depth and breadth of my political experience.  I believe it is always important to choose good leaders but especially so in times of economic challenges.

I have always had an open door policy with the public and the media which I would continue as the Lieutenant Governor.  I believe I have a lot to offer the public.  I am a staunch advocate for the middle class, as a believer in the power of small business to create economic prosperity and a family man who can understand and appreciate the basic concerns shared by the people of this State.

It’s not enough to simply list the problems.  Leaders suggest solutions.  I would work with the Governor, the Legislature and the public to implement common sense approaches to the challenges ahead.

MAHALO NUI LOA & I look forward to seeing you on the Campaign trail!