Former Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann has picked up the endorsement of some Maui County executives, past and present.
Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa and former mayors Charmaine Tavares and James "Kimo" Apana announced their endorsement of Hannemann Monday in his bid to be the Democratic candidate for Congress for Hawaii’s 2nd District.
"There’s no better candidate to represent the County of Maui in Congress than Mufi, who brings executive experience as a Mayor who has balanced a budget, worked closely with the private sector to stimulate the economy and knows firsthand the kind of federal support we need at the local level," said Arakawa.
Mufi Hannemann responded, "As mayors, they know what it takes to be a leader, and they recognize the challenges inherent in public office and the responsibilities facing Hawaii’s Congressional delegation."
Hannemann is facing several democratic challengers, including City Council Member Tulsi Gabbard, Esther Kiaaina and Bob Marx
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