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Pearl City-Waipahu
Julie R. Duldulao
Democrat
Age: 55 Job: Bank vice president Past: Former state representative; board, Waipahu YMCA
What qualifies you to be a state representative?
Commitment to serve, experienced and knowing the needs of constituency, six years of solid accomplishments. Public service is about serving the people with heart and soul.
What is the most pressing issue facing your district and what would you do about it?
I had the privilege in representing this district before. Working together with my constituency has been a rewarding experience. Issues facing our district are no different from other communities: education, economy, healthcare, crime, elderly/youth issues, and traffic. What would I do about it? I would like to address them all ...
What is the best way to stimulate the state's economy?
Support small business and patronize our own products.
John Nuusa
RepublicanAge: 37 Job: Sales executive Past: Secretary, Samoan Methodist Church, Waipahu/ Ewa Beach
What qualifies you to be a state representative?
I believe I am well connected with the community and its current problems, and also know what needs to be done. As a representative I will pursue issues that benefit education, employment, and the welfare of each and everyone in the district - businesses & individuals.
What is the most pressing issue facing your district and what would you do about it?
Economic, Education, Crime, Employment, and Taxation: These are the most important issues that face our community as whole.I will make sure to propose legislation's that help improve the economy, better education, diminish crime, boost employment, and reduce taxes.
What is the best way to stimulate the state's economy?
We must cut taxes by increasing Exemptions and Standard Deductions. Hawaii has not done that for more than 10 years. Provide funds to small businesses to encourage creative business minded to build and establish whatever business they prefer.
Alex Morales Sonson
DemocratAge: 42 Job: Attorney Past: SCBM Council chairman, Waipahu Intermediate School
What qualifies you to be a state representative?
The belief I can responsibly serve the people of Waipahu and state with dedication and integrity. My desire is to be a true servant leader who welcomes change and represents the will of the people. I have the experience, skills and knowledge of the law to be an effective legislator.
What is the most pressing issue facing your district and what would you do about it?
Waipahu continues to confront crime, education and transportation issues on a daily basis. Like other communities, Waipahu's major issue involves the economy. We've seen long standing local business establishments in the area close its doors. I would like to see the local economy encourage high-tech growth, aquaculture, and diversified agriculture.
What is the best way to stimulate the state's economy?
Hawaii should maintain the tourist industry while attracting and supporting more diverse economic development, such as, eco-tourism, aquaculture and diversified agriculture. Hawaii should create incentives to attract information and technology businesses ...
Did not respond: Jacinto N. Pablo, Democrat (35th district)
