“We need change at our legislature. . .and change is not going to come from the current leadership. I will be a voice for change not opposition. I hope to work with all the legislators to effectuate the change our people and Hawai’I deserve.”


Quentin answers media questions
News Coverage

Upstart, veteran voice priorities
Honolulu Advertiser, November 1, 2008
Kawananakoa, an experienced legislator, said he proved his ability to stand up against the majority when he fought against a general excise tax hike in 1998 and won.

Windward Candidates Debate Kahana Valley Evictions
Hawaii Public Radio News, aired October 30, 2008

More Doctors Leaving Hawaii
KHON2 News, October 10, 2008
Save Our Doctors group endorses Kawananakoa as the 51st district candidate most capable of helping stem the tide

Candidate Conversation
Island Insights, PBS Hawaii, October 9, 2008
Dan Boylan is joined by candidates Quentin Kawananakoa and Chris Lee in the PBS Hawaii studio.


GOP Fights for Seats at Legislature
KGMB9 News, September 15, 2008
Boylan gives Republican Kawananakoa the edge against whichever democrat emerges from the primary.


Quentin Kawananakoa returns to political arena
Hawaii Public Radio News, aired June 9, 2008

Kawananakoa will run for State house
Honolulu Advertiser, June 7, 2008
Kawananakoa said he would push for greater use of alternative natural energy resources and help protect the environment.

Kawananakoa primed to vie for House seat
Honolulu Star-Bulletin, June 7, 2008
"I want to give back to this community and serve the people in the capacity of state representative."

Quentin Kawananakoa coming back to Hawaii politics
KGMB9 News, June 3, 2008
"My first choice is the state House. The 51st district. I want to stay close to my home, stay close to my family. I want to do something in our immediate community."