The winners must deal with several looming issues, including combating climate change, worries over the relentless growth of tourism and maintaining the island’s rural lifestyle.

Thousands of dollars went to support athletic competitions, charitable galas and beauty pageants.

The incumbent has stalled council bills considered crucial for the project, while the challenger is a close ally of the mayor who leads the charge for rail.

There is significant support for the idea once it’s explained, but that support has decreased from previous polls.

They also support an initiative process, all-mail voting and a lottery. But forget about legalizing pot.

“As a Hawaiian Republican I will have a uniquely powerful voice with the Trump administration and the Republicans in Congress.”

“It is time to prioritize and resolve the most serious issues before addressing the nice-to-have projects that are easier, less controversial and therefore less likely to impede a re-election bid.”

The governor ties his Republican challenger to President Trump, while she attacks the incumbent’s fiscal policies during rare time in the limelight.

While there is sentiment to help schools and teachers, voters appear worried about how the ballot question is constructed.

The Hawaii senator’s newfound coarse language is getting a lot of attention, not all of it positive.