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Waipahu-Ewa

Genaro Q. Bimbo

Democrat

Age: 37 Job: Business owner Past: Legislative aide/committee clerk; member, Ewa Neighborhood Board

What qualifies you to be a state representative?

After years of public service in the executive branch and in the House of Representatives, I have gained critical insight into the making and execution of legislation for the public good. My experience qualifies me to be a public servant. ...

What is the most pressing issue facing your district, and what would you do about it?

Traffic, homeless, drugs and schools (education) are issues facing my district. For homeless/unemployed, I would seek the help of the construction industry and developers, combined with the federal government and state. ...

Do you support or oppose Gov. Linda Lingle's plan to break up the statewide Board of Education? Explain.

I have no position right now, but I am open to further discussion about this issue.

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Rida T.R. Cabanilla

Democrat

Age: 51 Job: Registered nurse, Army officer Past: Radio announcer, business owner, union negotiator

What qualifies you to be a state representative?

My diverse experiences, responsibilities and my desire to serve.

What is the most pressing issue facing your district, and what would you do about it?

Traffic, lack of inadequate infrastructure, and the "ice" epidemic.

Do you support or oppose Gov. Linda Lingle's plan to break up the statewide Board of Education? Explain.

No, but I am in favor of re-allocating funding so that more will go to the classroom.

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Tulsi Gabbard Tamayo*

Democrat

Age: 23 Job: State legislator and head instructor for Healthy Hawaii Coalition's environmental education program

What qualifies you to be a state representative?

I have a strong and sincere desire to serve my community, our state and our country to the best of my ability. I am an independent thinker and a warrior -- ready to stand up for what is right. I am not motivated by self-interest. ...

What is the most pressing issue facing your district, and what would you do about it?

Most of my district lies in Ewa, one of the fastest-growing communities in our state. The biggest problem we face is providing adequate infrastructure to support our residents, such as transportation and overcrowded schools. ...

* Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Tamayo is not campaigning for re-election because of active duty in the Hawaii Army National Guard that will take her to Iraq. Her name remains on the ballot.

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Gerald Vidal

Democrat

Age: 60 Job: Federal retired: fabric worker and parachute rigger Past: Combat veteran, USMC

What qualifies you to be a state representative?

I graduated from Waipahu High School and Leeward Community College. I studied Introduction to Political Science and American political science, with emphasis on politics in Hawaii.

What is the most pressing issue facing your district, and what would you do about it?

Traffic is a pressing issue, and I will work at making things happen while I am in office if elected.

Do you support or oppose Gov. Linda Lingle's plan to break up the statewide Board of Education? Explain.

I oppose Gov. Lingle's plan because it is only about the giving and taking back of funds. With Gov. Lingle's plan, people feel that funds will not be hopping around.

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