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Hawaii Democrats rally on westside as Election Day approaches

Hawaii News Now·Oct 23, 2026 · 2:32 AM CT
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Hawaii Democrats, including Gov. Josh Green and Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami, rallied at Kapolei High School to urge supporters to return their ballots before the Nov. 3 general election. Political analyst Colin Moore said the party is focusing on Oʻahu's west side because Republicans did well there in 2024 and won several seats.

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