Social media is where broken hearts are shared. Immediately after Councilmember Tasha Kama changed her committee vote – a known swing vote – to approve Mayor Mike Victorino’s embattled appointment for Corporation Counsel, Patrick Wong, the nastiness began. The most hurtful comments came in the form of name calling. Others leveled unsubstantiated allegations of nepotism. But of … [Read more...] about Councilmember Tasha Kama Flexes: Vote to confirm Wong signals independence
election endorsements
MauiTime endorses Lynn DeCoite for state representative, Dist. 13 (Ha‘iku, Hana, Kaupo, Kipahulu, Nahiku, Pa‘ia, Kaho‘olawe, Lana‘i, Moloka‘i, Molokini) in 2018 Primary Election
Lynn DeCoite is running against John-Bull English, a political newcomer who has earned publicity for his upcycled campaign signs. We love the aesthetic, but don’t see enough of a reason in his background or vision to upset the incumbent Lynn DeCoite. DeCoite is a smart representative with ties to the community who has consistently supported education, local agricultural … [Read more...] about MauiTime endorses Lynn DeCoite for state representative, Dist. 13 (Ha‘iku, Hana, Kaupo, Kipahulu, Nahiku, Pa‘ia, Kaho‘olawe, Lana‘i, Moloka‘i, Molokini) in 2018 Primary Election
MauiTime endorses Tiare Lawrence for state representative, Dist. 12 (Spreckelsville, Pukalani, Makawao, Kula, Keokea, Ulupalakua, Kahului) in 2018 Primary Election
Since sign-waving technique did not factor into our endorsements, we back Tiare Lawrence. Lawrence has strong community support and ties that show she would bring effective representation to the people of her district. She has worked hard to stand up to corporate special interests, fighting consistently to ensure that pesticide regulation gets passed to protect our keiki. Her … [Read more...] about MauiTime endorses Tiare Lawrence for state representative, Dist. 12 (Spreckelsville, Pukalani, Makawao, Kula, Keokea, Ulupalakua, Kahului) in 2018 Primary Election
MauiTime endorses Tina Wildberger for state representative, Dist. 11 (Kihei, Wailea, Makena) in 2018 Primary Election
The race for Kaniela Ing’s seat pits Tina Wildberger against longtime political player Don Couch and newcomer Lee Myrick. We like both Couch and Myrick, but again it comes down to our perception of strength of conviction in a vision that we believe in. In our interviews, Tina Wildberger showed the greatest grasp of political trends and the possibilities to address these within … [Read more...] about MauiTime endorses Tina Wildberger for state representative, Dist. 11 (Kihei, Wailea, Makena) in 2018 Primary Election
MauiTime endorses Kauanoe Batangan for state representative, Dist. 9 (Kahului, Pu‘unene, Old Sand Hills, Maui Lani) in 2018 Primary Election
Between Batangan and Justin Woodson (who did not respond to requests for an interview), we endorse Batangan. Kauanoe is a thoughtful and experienced candidate with ties to the community that we hope will make him an effective representative for District 9. Woodson is an appointee who has not done enough to show conviction in a vision (aside from taking a stand to oppose … [Read more...] about MauiTime endorses Kauanoe Batangan for state representative, Dist. 9 (Kahului, Pu‘unene, Old Sand Hills, Maui Lani) in 2018 Primary Election