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Hahaione Valley-Hawaii Kai

Lyla B. Berg

Age: 53 Job: Educator/small business owner Past: Teacher, principal, university instructor; Kids Voting Hawaii

What qualifies you to be a state representative?

My career has been dedicated to being of service to youth, public education and the wellness of communities. I have been involved with initiatives designed to generate strong local leadership and inclusion of others. ...

What would you do to combat the state's crystal methamphetamine abuse epidemic?

Addressing drug abuse must be preventative, intervention, remedial. Education is the common denominator - a K-12 public school curriculum that is relevant, engaging, and relationship-based; rehab programs for the incarcerated ...

What can the Legislature do to improve Oahu's traffic congestion?

By instituting tax breaks, incentives, and regulatory measures, residents can be encouraged to choose to drive fewer cars, particularly during certain hours. Staggered working schedules, a more extensive, accessible mass transit system, and individual citizen willingness are needed ...

Bertha F.K. Leong

Age: None given Job: Legislator; Realtor, Prudential Locations Past: Former teacher; neighborhood board chairwoman

What qualifies you to be a state representative?

I've served on several key committees in the House; a teaching career; a community activist striving to serve Hawaii these past six years to make Hawaii a better place to live.

What would you do to combat the state's crystal methamphetamine abuse epidemic?

The "ice" epidemic starts in our school system with our children in middle schools. We need to focus our efforts by setting up alternative "sobriety schools" in which our students can continue to learn and become drug-free.

What can the Legislature do to improve Oahu's traffic congestion?

We haven't really explored all the options. Although transportation systems are primarily a city and county function, I believe the state can and should be more involved in the planning and development of alternative systems.