“I think the county could take more of an active role in connecting those who want to farm with fallow agricultural landowners.”

“The property tax system needs to be overhauled to make it more equitable to local residents.”

“If cuts are necessary, we must start at the top, not the bottom.”

“This could be a once in a lifetime chance for Hawaii to become a state of justice and reconciliation for the entire world.”

“I have proposed a new plan called “ALOHA Homes” to end Hawaii’s housing shortage through the construction of high density residential units on state-owned lands.”

“A healthy economy or a healthy population are not  mutually exclusive.”

“We need to change the philosophy of our current government from one which sees itself permitting businesses to exist to one that helps businesses succeed.”

“Our current system’s housing permit process is slower than a napping honu.”

“One of the main reasons why I am running … is to address unresolved issues concerning the latest audit where millions of dollars are unaccounted for.”

“As an incumbent candidate, I have worked hard to increase transparency and efficiency at OHA throughout my career.”