Diamond Garcia
Diamond Garcia (Republican) Diamond Garcia's career experience includes working as the chief of staff to the Hawaii House Republican Leader Emeritus. Garcia has served on the executive boards of the Waianae Coast Community Foundation and Adventist Malama Elementary School, and as the vice chairman of the Hawaii Republican Party.
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“That was a question that fascinated me when I entered politics in 2018,.”
(Honolulu Civil Beat) “Obviously there is no government location that can hold the majority of my residents,.”
(Honolulu Civil Beat)Anthony Makana Paris
Anthony Makana Paris (Democratic) Anthony Makana Paris was born in Honolulu, Hawaii . Paris earned a high school diploma from Kamehameha Schools, a bachelor's degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a graduate degree from the Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University, and a law degree from the University of Hawaii, Manoa, William S. Richardson School of Law. His career experience includes working as a businessman.
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“1. Make life more affordable Local families should be able to build a future in West Oʻahu. I’ll work to lower the cost of living and support the development of affordable homes and rentals, so families can stay in the community they love.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “2. Invest in our communities Our communities need reliable roads and infrastructure, strong schools, and safer neighborhoods. I’ll work to bring the resources and attention West Oʻahu deserves, so our keiki can thrive and our kūpuna can age with dignity.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “3. Bring people together to get things done Good local jobs and responsive government are essential to a strong future. I’ll listen, work alongside community partners, and push government to move forward and deliver results for ʻEwa and Kapolei. West Oʻahu deserves more than complaints and empty promises—it deserves respect, investment, and a representative who gets things done.”
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