The same public health policies that won Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami statewide praise now serve as ammunition for three new political candidates vying to oust him.
"Oahu could care less about us and we could care less about them. So it's no surprise we get little concern. We like it that way. So in return, just leave us alone!"
Democrats and Republicans feature a lot of brand name politicians in key races. But a lot of newcomers, incumbents and former officials also are in the running.