“During any economic downturn, it is vital that the county pulls every lever it can to stabilize and revitalize the economy.”

“I chaired the past six budgets and am proud of the financial condition our county is currently in.”

“I will represent the westside and make sure that we’re not forgotten.”

Since March, 11,217 people have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the islands.

“A stronger partnership with community and law enforcement will help to counter the supply and demands of drug infiltration.”

“Those who have historically experienced the structural inequalities of society, should now lead the way forward to a better future for us all.”

“The problem we are facing is that COVID-19 isn’t going away soon, and our present tourism model requires big numbers to be successful.”

“To protect our reefs we need better mountain to sea water management plans to hold back sediment from reaching the ocean.”

At least 120 people have died from the virus in Hawaii to date, though the state’s official tally is lower because of reporting lags.