Endorsements

Local leaders. Trusted voices. One shared vision for Hawaiʻi’s future.

Join the growing coalition standing behind Derek Kawakami.

“I fully endorse Derek Kawakami for Lieutenant Governor,” said Senate President Kouchi. “He has displayed his ability to lead with integrity, intelligence, and empathy through natural disasters, a worldwide pandemic, and economic uncertainties. Using bold, innovative initiatives, Derek has bolstered infrastructure, facilitated additional farming opportunities, and created transitional and affordable housing.”

Senate President Ronald D. Kouchi
President, Hawaiʻi State Senate

2026 Endorsements

  • Hawaiʻi Laborers & Employers Cooperation and Education Trust Fund
  • Hawaiʻi Lodging & Tourism Association, Kauaʻi Chapter
  • Hawaiʻi Operating Engineers Industry Stabilization Fund
  • Hawaiʻi Realtors Political Action Committee
  • Hawaiʻi Regional Council of Carpenters
  • Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association
  • International Association of Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers Local 132
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1186
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1260
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1357
  • International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 142
  • International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 50
  • Iron Workers Local 625 Stabilization Fund
  • Laborers International Local 368
  • Operating Engineers Local 3, District 17
  • Operative Plasterers’ and Cement Masons’ International Association Local 630
  • Plumbers & Fitters UA Local 675
  • Sheet Metal Workers Local 293
  • State of Hawaiʻi Organization of Police Officers
  • Teamsters Local 996
  • United Public Workers, AFSCME Local 646 AFL-CIO