Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
Beth Fukumoto: Trump Eligibility Dispute Illustrates Why Hawaii Needs State-Run Presidential Primaries
With our current caucus system, island Republicans could nominate a candidate who won't be allowed on the general election ballot.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
State Sen. Maile Shimabukuro Won’t Seek Reelection
The vacancy could lead to a competitive contest for the open Leeward Side seat.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Jonathan Okamura: Name Recognition Only Takes Hawaii’s Political Scions So Far
Ken Inouye, the son of Hawaii's legendary U.S. Sen. Daniel K. Inouye, is considering a run for the House of Representatives.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Fundraising For Mayor’s 2024 Campaign Is Off To A Quiet Start
Meanwhile, Honolulu Prosecutor Steve Alm said he is holding off announcing his plans.
Nick Grube/Civil Beat/2023
Campaign Cash Slows To A Trickle For Hawaii Delegation In The Absence Of Competition
The latest filings with the FEC show Hirono, who is on the ballot in 2024, collected several hundred thousand dollars for her campaign.
AP Photo/Patrick Semansky/2022
Beth Fukumoto: Next Year’s Elections Are Already Taking Shape — Quickly
Both parties are firming up their plans for their 2024 presidential caucuses.
Marina Riker/Civil Beat/2022
Beth Fukumoto: Is It Too Early To Talk About The 2024 Presidential Race? Sadly, No
The Republican presidential primary looks set to be a dramatic political showdown.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hirono Plans Another Run For US Senate
If she wins reelection, the Hawaii senator will be in her 80s by the end of her next term.