mayoral races

Hawaiʻi may face a new low for voter turnout this year, as Oʻahu voters appear apathetic. However, competitive mayoral races are taking place on Kauaʻi and Maui, where candidates have spent significant resources, which is noted to be energizing the local voters.

Democratic socialists are gaining traction in mayoral races nationwide due to rising anti-Trump sentiment. Janeese Lewis George is campaigning in Washington, D.C., with a progressive agenda for mayor.