Experts say there’s little advantage for incumbents to debate their opponents even though the event benefits voters.
Elections 2026
Posted inElections 2026
Ozawa Challenges Waters’ Honolulu Council Candidacy In Court
This is the third time the two candidates have faced off in court over this city council seat.
Posted inHawaiʻi Grown
Kaua‘i Needs Food Independence. Mayoral Candidates Differ On Achieving That
Addressing the island’s aging infrastructure is also a top issue for those hoping to lead the Garden Isle.
Posted inElections 2026
3 Democrats Compete For West Maui House Seat In Primary
Lahaina’s multibillion-dollar fire recovery has motivated candidates to run this election.
Posted inElections 2026
Experience Or New Energy: Case Squares Off Against Keohokalole for Congress
U.S. Rep. Ed Case, who is seeking a fifth consecutive term, faces his most challenging primary race since returning to Congress in 2018.
Posted inElections 2026
Honolulu Council Member Is Shoo-In, But Can He Get More Done?
Weyer has the distinction of being both sidelined by the council majority and running unopposed for reelection.
Posted inBig Island
Dramatic Shakeup Coming To Hawai‘i County Council
Priorities, alliances and leadership could change with four open seats this election.
Posted inElections 2026
Honolulu Council: Powerful Incumbent Faces Challengers Old And New
Voters spanning Waikīkī to East Honolulu get to decide this year whether to replace Council Chair Tommy Waters or elect him to a third term.
Posted inOpinion
Hawaiʻi Primary Shows There’s Still Hunger For Public Service
High-profile corruption cases and voter apathy have not crimped the desire to run for office.