Holeka Inaba - Our Democracy 2020
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If elected, will you endorse, prioritize, and support:

Automatic Voter Registration Do you support Automatic Voter Registration for all eligible voters?

Yes

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No Article V Convention Do you oppose calling on Congress to convene a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution?

No

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Public Funding of Elections Do you support public funding for all elections?

Yes

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Conflict of Interest Rules Do you support having legislators and all elected officials subject to conflicts of interest provisions of Chapter 84 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes?

Yes

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Close the Revolving Door Do you support closing the revolving door by limiting appointees and directors of government agencies from immediately working in the private sector as a lobbyist for two years after service?

Yes

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Ethics Enforcement Do you support the State Ethics Commission having the ability to require payment of an administrative fine or restitution pursuant to a settlement agreement for violations to ethics laws?

Yes

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End "Gut And Replace" Do you support the practice of "gut and replace" and "Frankenstein bills" during the legislative process?

No

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Public Records Transparency Do you support removing the financial barrier for those seeking access to public records?

Yes

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Holeka Goro Inaba was born and raised in Kona, HI. His father, Don Inaba, comes from Hōlualoa where his 'ohana started and continues to own the Kona Hotel. Kawehi Inaba, Holeka's mother, is a long time Kona resident and founder of Mokulele Airlines, Kona's hometown airline.

Holeka attended preschool at Pūnana Leo o Kona and Kamehameha Preschools. He then attended Ke Kula ʻo ʻEhunuikaimalino before graduating from Kamehameha Schools Kapālama High School. Holeka holds a B.A. in Integrated Educational Studies and Communication Studies from Chapman University. In addition, he holds a M.S. in Health and Strategic Communication. Holeka is currently pursuing his doctorate degree in educational leadership.

During his college years, Holeka served as a donor relations assistant at Chapman University. He also worked as a communications intern with Irvine based optometry company, AcuFocus Inc. Holeka is very passionate about education and has taught business and professional communication at Chapman University. He continues to work in the education field for Kamehameha Schools and the DOE. Outside of his work in education, Holeka works as a communication consultant for Kūpaʻa Business Planners. He also serves on the board of directors for for Uluhaʻo o Hualālai and West Hawaii Mediation Center.

As a Native Hawaiian who is fluent in the Hawaiian language and knowledgeable in Hawaiian culture, Holeka is eager to provide a culturally grounded perspective to the county council.

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