Misty Cluett
Misty Cluett (Republican) is a candidate for the Hawaii House of Representatives in District 17 (Kauai County) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Misty Cluett earned a bachelor's degree from Park University. Cluett's career experience includes working as a founder and CEO.
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“The people of Hawaiʻi deserve a government that is transparent, accountable, and responsible with taxpayer dollars. I believe we must measure results, not simply spending, and ensure public funds are being used effectively to address the challenges facing our communities.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “I believe leadership is service. My faith teaches me to treat every person with care, listen before speaking, and be a good steward of the responsibilities entrusted to me. I align with the Republican Party because I believe in limited government, fiscal responsibility, individual liberty, religious freedom, parental rights, and the sanctity of life. I will work to represent all residents of District 17 and Hawai'i with honesty, humility, and integrity.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “I am most passionate about policies that help keep Hawaiʻi’s children and grandchildren here at home. That means addressing the cost of living, housing, infrastructure, education, workforce opportunities, and the barriers that make it harder for local families to stay and thrive.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)Dee Morikawa
Dee Morikawa (Democratic) is the incumbent member of the Hawaii House of Representatives representing District 17 (Kauai County), running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Dee Morikawa's career experience includes working as a departmental personnel specialist and a personnel clerk with the County of Kauai. In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Morikawa served on these committees:
“No, because voters have a chance to vote a House incumbent out every other year. I see that as my job evaluation.”
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