Chief Justice Ronald Moon
“Colleen Hanabusa was the major force in making the Kapolei Court Complex and Court House a reality. As a State Senator and then President of the Senate, she utilized her personal attributes to persuade and convince her fellow legislators that the Kapolei Court Complex would bring much needed Judicial services to the residents of Kapolei and surrounding areas.” – Retired Chief Justice Ronald Moon
Rev. Yoshiaki Fujitani
Colleen Hanabusa supporter Rev. Fujitani was the Bishop of Hawai‘i’s largest Buddhist denomination, the Honpa Hongwanji Mission from 1975-1986. He served in WWII with the Army Military Intelligence Service. He received his Master of Arts at the University of Chicago in History of Religions.
Bob Nakata
Former state Sen. Bob Nakata credits Hanabusa for playing a key role in shepherding through a package of bills designed to battle Hawai’i's crystal methamphetamine problem, first as co-chairwoman of the Joint Senate-House Task Force on Ice and Drug Abatement in 2003-04 and later moving the bill through the Legislature. “She was the one, more than anybody, who put the legislation together,” said Nakata, a social justice advocate. “She talked to a lot of people and put together a very good package. And she moved it through very efficiently.”
Bishop Chikai Yosemori
Colleen Hanabusa supporter, Bishop Chikai Yosemori of Waipahu, Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii and founder of the first Buddhist high school in America, The Pacific Buddhist Academy.
Jane Komeiji, Makiki
Until recently, I really didn’t know much about Colleen Hanabusa other than the general impressions gleaned from media coverage. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to listen to Colleen and I’m very impressed. She is very, very smart and there’s more to her than the image people see on the news. Here is a woman of substance, of genuine warmth, and whose humble upbringing on the Waianae coast keeps her grounded to real people and real concerns. Her track record in both her legal and political careers show a solid track record of commitment to helping others.
Colleen's Endorsements
Planned Parenthood Action Fund Endorses Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa
Planned Parenthood Action Center - Read the announcement
“We are proud to endorse Representative Colleen Hanabusa for Congress today,” said Cecile Richards, president of Planned Parenthood Action Fund. “Representative Hanabusa has been a tireless advocate for women, standing up to those in Congress who continue putting politics ahead of women’s access to health care.”
National Women’s Political Caucus
National Women’s Political Caucus - Read the Endorsement
The National Women’s Political Caucus (NWPC) proudly re-endorses Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa as she runs for re-election in Hawaii’s 1st District. Congresswoman Hanabusa has served in Congress since 2010 and has an extensive history of serving the people of Hawaii.
“Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa knows Hawaii, loves this country, and is an advocate of women. We are proud to re-endorse her race for re-election,” said President Linda Young. “She truly showed her potential during her first term in Congress, and I am thrilled that she is running again.”
Sierra Club
Sierra Club - Read the announcement
“Hanabusa has prioritized the creation of new, green jobs by incentivizing renewable energy right here in Hawaii,” said Steve Montgomery, the Hawaii Chapter’s political co-chair. “She’s also fought to protect the Endangered Species Act so as to ensure Hawaii’s fragile biodiversity is protected for generations to come.”
Council for a Livable World
Council for a Livable World – Read the announcement
“Hanabusa is a supporter of President Obama’s vision of a world free of nuclear weapons. She supports ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty… she needs your support.”
United Public Workers
United Public Workers – Read the announcement
“We believe that [Colleen Hanabusa has] the experience and the vision to effectively represent Hawaii in Congress. [Her] support for our members and working families throughout our state has been unwavering.” – Dayton Nakanelua, UPW State Director
International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 142
International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 142 – Read the announcement
“Now more than ever, Hawaii needs a progressive and united team in Washington DC… [Colleen Hanabusa has] a long and proven record of standing up for working families…”
Hawaii Government Employees Association
Hawaii Government Employees Association – Read the announcement
“Congresswoman Hanabusa has proven to be a solid member of Hawaii’s congressional delegation. She is a strong advocate of workers in Hawaii, as well as nationally, and will continue to support the middle-class and President Obama’s initiatives to move our country forward.” – Randy Perreira, HGEA Executive Director
Asian American Action Fund
Asian American Action Fund – Read the announcement
“Colleen is smart, driven, and dedicated to helping the hardworking people of Hawaii. She is a proven leader and well respected public servant and we are proud to endorse her for the United States House of Representatives.” – Gautam Dutta, AAA-Fund Executive Director
Colleen’s Other Endorsements
American Nurses Association
Carpet, Linoleum, & Soft Tile, Local 1926
Citizens for Global Solutions
District Council 50 (DC50)
Drywall, Tapers & Finishers, Local 1944
Glaziers, Architectural Metal & Glassworkers, Local 1889
Hawaii Building & Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO
Hawaii Carpenters Union
Hawaii Laborers Union, Local 368
Hawaii State Teachers Association
Hawaii Teamsters & Allied Workers, Local 996
International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 1463
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1186
Masters, Mates, & Pilots Union
National Association of Letter Carriers
National Association of REALTORS
National Association of Social Workers
Operating Engineers, Local 3
Painters, Decorators & Paperhangers, Local 1791
Plumbers & Fitters UA Local Union 675
Seafarers International Union of North America
Sheetmetal Workers I.A., Local 293
State of Hawaii Police Officers Union
University of Hawaii Professional Assembly
