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William P. Hols

Republican

Age: 37 Job: President, Limelight Publishing Past: Publisher; Internet radio producer

What qualifies you to be a state representative?

I have lived in or near the district I will represent for all of my life. I know the district well and am willing to listen to my constituents.

How would you improve Hawaii's public schools, and how would you pay for it?

Replace the existing Board of Education with locally elected boards.

What, if anything, should be done to improve Hawaii's business climate?

Create tax incentives for entrepreneurs and established corporations to live and work in our state.

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Brian Schatz

Democrat

Age: 30 Job: Executive director, Helping Hands Hawaii Past: State representative; board, Makiki Library

What qualifies you to be a state representative?

My background in business and community service gives me a unique and broad perspective on the issues that face our community. My four years of experience have helped me to become effective in the Legislature.

How would you improve Hawaii's public schools, and how would you pay for it?

This year's Legislature spent an unprecedented amount of money on school repair and maintenance, and that is where we must start. The 1,900 newly refurbished classrooms will give our kids a better environment for learning. We found the money by moving education to the top of the priority list.

What, if anything, should be done to improve Hawaii's business climate?

Establish a genuine, cooperative dialogue with the business community that results in substantive change. Continue to lower taxes where practicable.

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