Archive for June, 2010

WOW

Question: What do an airline pilot, a custodian, a small businesswoman, an MD, a teacher and a retiree have in common?

Answer: They each have a passion for our campaign to rebuild the economy, fix our schools and bring back government that’s accountable to you. And they just…

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Why Brian Schatz?

Aloha, I’m Donna Hoshide, Campaign Co-Chair.

The Brian Schatz campaign for Lieutenant Governor is on the move.

To be honest, I am a little surprised that I am so involved in the campaign since technically I “retired” from political activities back in 2003. And then the candidacy of one…

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Maui Fundraiser was a Huge Success

Just a quick note to say mahalo to all of those who came and to our exceptional Maui Coordinators – Vince Bagoyo and Martin Luna. The event was a great success with 250 attendees! It was a pleasure to meet everyone and to hear your ideas, thoughts…

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Nonprofit Organizations

The Record

Brian serves as Executive Director of Helping Hands Hawaii, one of Oahu’s most well-known and respected social services agencies. They provide mental health services, take care of the neediest among us with cash assistance, language translation and school supplies, as well as help with other necessities,…

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An Office of Federal Maximization

The Record

Brian has shown that he has the relationships and skills to help our state bring in additional federal funds. His experience as a nonprofit executive and ties with the Obama administration put him in a strong position to ensure that Hawaii is getting its fair share…

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Renewable Energy

The Record

For over a decade, Brian has been one of the most forceful and effective advocates for renewable energy in Hawaii. He was the author of the renewal energy tax credit for solar hot water heaters on roofs, which has resulted in Hawaii having the highest rate…

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Education and Furlough Fridays

The Record

As a member of the House Committee on Education, Brian helped push for legislation that decreased class size, decentralized decision making to principals, and tripled the school repair budget. He was a consistent advocate for both higher standards and higher compensation for educators, and was a…

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It’s Time to Talk

Aloha,

I have been on a lot of airplanes recently. I’ve been everywhere from Holualoa to Haena, meeting people from every walk of life. It has been a wonderful experience. People across Hawaii are hungry for a better way to do things, and that’s why our campaign has…

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