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Two endorsements for Hannemann

MEDIA RELEASE The Hawaii Island Contractors’ Association (HICA) has announced its endorsement of Democrat Mufi Hannemann for Congress from Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District. Gerald Yamada, HICA Director, stated, “The Hawaii Island Contractors’ Association supports Mufi Hannemann for the U.S. House of Representatives, 2nd District, because we know that he understands the construction industry and the […]

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Hannemann seeks more funding for Alzheimer’s

MEDIA RELEASE Democratic Congressional candidate Mufi Hannemann called for dramatic increases in federal support for Alzheimer’s disease research, pledging to make it a central theme of his office if elected. Hannemann, who is running for a seat in Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District, made the statement in remarks to residents at 15 Craigside and other family […]

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Szigeti named HLTA president

MEDIA RELEASE The Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association’s board of directors has named George D. Szigeti as president and CEO of the organization, effective July 9, 2012. He replaces Mufi Hannemann, who held the post since January 2011. Kelvin Bloom, HLTA chairman and president of Aston Hotels & Resorts, said, “We’ve been very fortunate to […]

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Hannemann campaign tops $1M in fundraising

MEDIA RELEASE Democratic candidate Mufi Hannemann has reported his campaign for Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District had collected nearly $253,000 during the April to June 2012 quarter. That figure brings his fundraising total to more than $1 million since he announced his candidacy in August 2011. The campaign reported that Hannemann received impressive grassroots support from […]

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Hannemann on protecting the land

From Mufi Hannemann, candidate for U.S. House of Representatives: I wanted to take this time to share my thoughts and vision for what Hawaii’s next congressional representative should do to protect our precious aina. I’m very proud of my work as Mayor of Honolulu in launching the city’s first sustainability plan – the 21st Century […]

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Hannemann earns endorsement of four unions

Hannemann earns endorsement of four unions

MEDIA RELEASE Four maritime unions have announced their endorsement of Democrat Mufi Hannemann in the race for Hawaii’s Second Congressional District, bringing Hannemann’s total labor support to 26 labor organizations with a combined membership of more than 120,000 working men and women from across the state. The Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (MEBA), Marine Firemen’s Union, […]

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Realtors endorse Hannemann for Congress

Realtors endorse Hannemann for Congress

MEDIA RELEASE Democrat Mufi Hannemann has earned the first major business endorsement in Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District race when the National Association of Realtors announced its support for his candidacy. The endorsement was announced by RPAC, the political arm of the National Association of Realtors, following the unanimous recommendation and endorsement from the Hawaii Association […]

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Mayor Alan Arakawa and former mayors Charmaine Tavares and James “Kimo” Apana with Mufi Hannemann (front)

Maui Mayors Arakawa, Tavares and Apana endorse Hannemann for Congress

Three County of Maui chief executives—Mayor Alan Arakawa and former mayors Charmaine Tavares and James “Kimo” Apana—today announced their endorsement of former Honolulu mayor Mufi Hannemann, Democratic candidate for Congress for Hawaii’s 2nd District. Also present at the press conference was Maui County Council Member Gladys Baisa, who is serving as an honorary co-chair of […]

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Hannemann shares education platform

Hannemann shares education platform

MEDIA RELEASE The Hannemann for Congress campaign has released the first plank of its platform, focusing on improving America’s education system by strengthening early childhood education, providing greater support for teachers and improving access to affordable higher education. In releasing his education platform, Mufi Hannemann said, “The Hannemann family has always believed in the importance […]

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Hannemann campaign announces co-chairs

Hannemann campaign announces co-chairs

MEDIA RELEASE Hannemann for Congress has announced its team of campaign co-chairs and reintroduced its island coordinators during the grand opening of its statewide campaign headquarters at 2024 N. King Street in Honolulu. The diverse team of five at-large campaign co-chairs includes women with distinguished backgrounds, representing every county in the state, who believe in […]

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Hannemann earns two union endorsements

Hannemann earns two union endorsements

MEDIA RELEASE The International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots and IBEW Local 1357 have announced their endorsement of Mufi Hannemann in the race for Hawaii’s Second Congressional District, bringing Hannemann’s total labor support to 22 labor organizations with a combined membership of more than 120,000 working men and women from across the state. Randy […]

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Hannemann campaign collects $250,000

Hannemann campaign collects $250,000

MEDIA RELEASE Democratic candidate Mufi Hannemann has reported his campaign for Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District had collected $250,000 during the January to March quarter. That figure brings his total fundraising to well over $785,000 (including a personal loan of $12,000). In highlighting strong grassroots support from within Hawaii, the campaign reported that 60 percent of […]

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Hannemann stands for education, working families

Hannemann stands for education, working families

From Mufi Hannemann, candidate for 2nd Congressional District: With about four and a half months left before voters begin casting ballots for the Aug. 11 Primary, our campaign is clearly resonating with the people of Hawaii’s second congressional district. The polls continue to show us with a strong lead and we’ve recently received two very […]

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Hannemann collects $538,000 for Congressional bid

Hannemann collects $538,000 for Congressional bid

MEDIA RELEASE Democrat Mufi Hannemann reports his campaign for Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District has collected more than $538,000 ($526,000 raised and a $12,000 loan from the candidate) since he announced his candidacy on Aug. 30 through Dec. 31. Overall, 82 percent of the contributions came from in-state, with close to one-half of those in the […]

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