First-time candidate Nani Brown is taking on the well-funded, well-connected Donovan Dela Cruz for his state Senate seat in Central Oʻahu.

The diverse seat represents all the neighbor islands and a large part of Oʻahu.

“I will never let partisanship get in the way of delivering real help or real results for Hawaiʻi.”

“I do not believe Hawaiʻi should solve its energy challenges by becoming dependent on another imported fuel source.”

Eight candidates are competing for the 1st Congressional District.

“In Congress I will fight to restore every federal Native Hawaiian program this administration is trying to defund.”

“I’ll continue to confront climate change deniers with scientific realities and the real solutions they demand.”

“If you have a place in Hawai’i that no one stays at for more than half the year, I will tax you.”

“The military and federal government need to be accountable for the damage they cause to the land they use.”

“I am an average voter who finally got tired of waiting for someone like myself to run and represent everyday people and our everyday needs.”