{"id":411965,"date":"2024-08-19T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/?p=411965"},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-29T14:00:00","slug":"Native-Hawaiian-Pacific-Islander-leaders-announce-support-for-Harris-Walz","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/index.php\/Native-Hawaiian-Pacific-Islander-leaders-announce-support-for-Harris-Walz\/","title":{"rendered":"Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander leaders announce support for Harris, Walz"},"content":{"rendered":"

HONOLULU, Hawaii\u2014<\/strong>A new coalition, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders for Harris-Walz, has been formed to support the election of Vice President Kamala Harris and Vice Presidential nominee Gov. Tim Walz. Comprised of prominent and respected NHPI community leaders from Hawaii, the continental United States, and the Pacific Territories, this group is dedicated to championing the Harris-Walz vision for a more inclusive and equitable America.<\/p>\n

Guam Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero, State Senator Jarrett Keohokalole, Honolulu City Council Vice-Chair and former Assistant Secretary of the Interior under President Obama Esther Kia\u02bb\u0101ina, and Robin Noma\u02bbaea and Willie Salave\u2019a, co-founders of the Pacific Islanders for Harris Facebook group with over 4,000 members, will serve as the co-chairs of NHPI for Harris-Walz. They bring extensive experience and dedication to advancing NHPI communities to this pivotal role.<\/p>\n

Leon Guerrero of Guam noted, \u201cUnderstanding our Pacific Islander communities who span across the U.S. continent, Hawaii, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, is so important. I am confident that a Harris\/Walz Administration will not only work with our diverse communities but help to strengthen our ties with the federal government.\u201d<\/p>\n

State Senator Jarrett Keohokalole remarked, \u201cIt is crucial to have a President who understands our issues and will build an administration dedicated to addressing the challenges that affect us. Vice President Harris has shown her commitment to our communities, and with Governor Walz, they will lead with integrity and purpose.\u201d<\/p>\n

Kia\u02bb\u0101ina stated, \u201cOrganizing our NHPI communities is vital to ensuring our voices are heard at every level of government. Vice President Harris and Governor Walz recognize the strength and resilience of our people, and they are committed to uplifting our communities through meaningful engagement and representation.\u201d<\/p>\n

Noma\u02bbaea and Salave\u02bba added, \u201cWe need an administration that believes in equity, fairness, and doing the right thing for the people over their own self-interests. Vice President Harris and Governor Walz embody these values, and their leadership will pave the way for a brighter and more just future for all.\u201d<\/p>\n

NHPI for Harris-Walz will engage in various outreach and advocacy efforts to mobilize NHPI voters and ensure their concerns are represented in the upcoming election. The coalition plans to host community events, forums, and informational sessions to educate and inspire NHPI communities to participate in the democratic process. Prominent Endorsements<\/p>\n

We are honored to have the support of many well-respected NHPI leaders who have publicly endorsed the Harris-Walz ticket, including:<\/p>\n

Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero, Guam<\/p>\n

Former Hawaii Governor John Waihe\u02bbe<\/p>\n

U.S. Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan, Commonwealth of Northern<\/p>\n

Mariana Island (CNMI)<\/p>\n

Former U.S. Congressman Kaiali\u02bbi Kahele, Hawai\u02bbi<\/p>\n

Vice President Michelle Kidani, Hawai\u02bbi State Senate<\/p>\n

Majority Leader Dru Mamo Kanuha, Hawai\u02bbi State Senate<\/p>\n

Majority Whip Jarrett Keohokalole, Hawai\u02bbi State Senate<\/p>\n

State Representative Daniel Holt, Hawai\u02bbi State House of Representatives<\/p>\n

State Representative Kirstin Kahaloa, Hawai\u02bbi State House of Representatives<\/p>\n

State Representative Jeann\u00e8 Kapela, Hawai\u02bbi State House of Representatives<\/p>\n

State Representative Darius Kila, Hawai\u02bbi State House of Representatives<\/p>\n

State Representative Mahina Poepoe, Hawai\u02bbi State House of Representatives<\/p>\n

Former State representative Stacelynn Eli, Hawai\u02bbi State House of Representatives<\/p>\n

Former State representative Heather Giugni, Hawai\u2019i State House of Representative<\/p>\n

Former State representative Hermina Morita, Hawai\u2019i State House of Representative<\/p>\n

Vice Speaker Senator Tina Mu\u00f1a Barnes, Guam Legislature<\/p>\n

Former speaker Judi Won Pat, Guam Legislature<\/p>\n

Senator Celina R. Babauta, CNMI<\/p>\n

Representative Edwin K. Propst, CNMI<\/p>\n

Representative Manny Castro, CNMI<\/p>\n

Representative Vincent Diego F. Camacho, CNMI<\/p>\n

Representative Vicente C. Castro, CNMI<\/p>\n

Representative Denita Kaipat Yangetmai, CNMI<\/p>\n

Representative Malaeoletalu Melesio Gurr, American Samoa House of Representatives<\/p>\n

FormerrRepresentative Andra Samoa, American Samoa House of Representatives<\/p>\n

Chair Tommy Waters, Honolulu City Council<\/p>\n

Vice-Chair Esther Kia\u02bb\u0101ina, Honolulu City Council<\/p>\n

Former chair Ikaika Anderson, Honolulu City Council<\/p>\n

Councilmember Keani Rawlins-Fernandez, Maui County Council<\/p>\n

Councilmember Shane Sinenci, Maui County Council<\/p>\n

Councilmember Sue Lee Loy, Hawai\u02bbi County Council<\/p>\n

Commissioner and Trustee Manufou Anoa\u02bbi, San Mateo County and JESD School Board (California) Councilmember Jacob Fitisemanu, West Valley City Council (Utah)<\/p>\n

Chair Hulu Lindsey, Office of Hawaiian Affairs<\/p>\n

Trustee Dan Ahuna, Office of Hawaiian Affairs<\/p>\n

Trustee Kaleihikina Akaka, Office of Hawaiian Affairs<\/p>\n

Trustee Brickwood Galuteria, Office of Hawaiian Affairs<\/p>\n

Trustee Keoni Souza, Office of Hawaiian Affairs<\/p>\n

Former Trustee Peter Apo, Office of Hawaiian Affairs<\/p>\n

Former Trustee Brendon Kalei\u02bb\u0101ina Lee, Office of Hawaiian Affairs<\/p>\n

Lawrence Jay M. Alcairo, Democratic Party of Guam<\/p>\n

Robert J.L Barcinas, Young Democrats of Guam<\/p>\n

Taling M Taitano, Democratic Party of Guam<\/p>\n

Peter John Cruz, Democratic Party of Guam Central Executive Committee<\/p>\n

Chair Jonathan P. Cabrera, CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Vice Chair Luella I. Marciano, CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Leila F. Staffler, CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Angelo Villagomez, CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Shawna E. Indalecio, CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Joan Flores-Reyes, CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Michael A. White, CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Christina E. Sablan, CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Nola Hix, executive director of the CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Stephen Woodruff, deputy director of the CNMI Democratic Party<\/p>\n

Patrick Reid, Democratic Party of American Samoa<\/p>\n

Nathanial Savali, Democratic Party of American Samoa<\/p>\n

Sefa Aina, Former vice chair, President Obama\u2019s Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders<\/p>\n

N\u0101\u02bbalehu Anthony, Hawaiian community leader<\/p>\n

Dreana Kalili, Hawaiian community leader<\/p>\n

Manumalo Ala\u02bbilima, founder of Pasifika Impact<\/p>\n

Robin Nama\u2019aea, CEO and managing partner of SKY<\/p>\n

Willie Salave\u02bba, owner and Designer of Style Pasifika<\/p>\n

Roy L. Gamboa, president, .dGot Your Six Seven One<\/p>\n

About NHPI for Harris-Walz<\/p>\n

Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders for Harris-Walz is a coalition of community leaders and advocates committed to supporting the election of Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz. Our mission is to amplify the voices of NHPI communities and ensure their needs are addressed at the highest levels of government.<\/p>\n

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @NHPIForHarris. (PR)<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, right, and running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz attend a campaign rally at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024.<\/p>\n

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