“We need to retain and support existing businesses that employ our island residents. Employment opportunities are very limited.”

“If every eligible voter in Hawaii were to vote, I believe the domination of the Democratic Party would disappear.”

Polling places were often empty Saturday, but when the returns started rolling in, the excitement picked up.

Civil Beat’s coverage of Hawaii’s primary election starts here with reports from the field, community comments and more on the races.

“I have been a strong voice for the accountability of our police and justice system.”

“Protect our children and families for the next generation by completely paying off the national debt.”

“One of the greatest things that we’ve implemented in the district is a Facebook group for traffic.”

A reasonably balanced two-party system would greatly benefit all the people of Hawaii.”

“The government should remove itself from regulating how people live.”