HSTA endorses Hirono, Hanabusa, and Hannemann

The Hawaii State Teachers Association Board of Directors recommend U.S. Representative Mazie Hirono in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, U.S. Representative Colleen Hanabusa as incumbent in the first congressional district of Hawaii, and Mufi Hannemann for U.S. House of Representatives from Hawaii’s second congressional district.

According to HSTA, candidates seeking recommendation completed a vigorous review process that included research of voting records, written responses on education issues, and an interview with teachers on the HSTA Government Relations Committee. After deliberation, the Committee recommendations were approved by the Board of Directors.

Hirono is running against former congressman Ed Case in the Democratic primary. Former Gov. Linda Lingle is running on the Republican ticket.

Hannemann is facing Honolulu City Councilwoman Tulsi Gabbard, Esther Kiaaina, Bob Marx, and Rafael del Castillo in the Democratic primary.

Hanabusa is running unopposed in the primary. Former congressman Charles Djou is running on the Republican ticket.

The Government Relations Committee and Board of Directors are composed of teachers from every island.

The Hawaii State Teachers Association represents more than 13,000 public school teachers statewide. As the state affiliate of the 3-million member National Education Association, HSTA assists teachers with collective bargaining, legislative, and professional development issues.