Rooted in
HAWAI‘I.
Committed
to Our Future.
Powers for the People
Why I’m Running
Raised in Kalapana and shaped by both island life and mainland experiences, I bring over 20 years of business leadership, nonprofit service, and cultural stewardship to my candidacy for public office.
As a Native Hawaiian, small business owner, and mother of three, I know that Hawai‘i needs competent leadership now more than ever. I am committed to expanding attainable housing, supporting local businesses, strengthening food systems, and advancing a regenerative tourism model that serves the people of Hawaiʻi first.
Kuleana — responsibility and privilege — guides my leadership.
Primaries are August 8
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General Election is October 27
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Primaries are August 8 〰️ General Election is October 27 〰️
Dear Voter,
Running for public office is not a decision made lightly, but I believe our community is at a tipping point. Local families are moving away in record numbers due to the rising cost of living and the lack of affordable housing. We must expand access to affordable housing, support small businesses, and strengthen local food systems to lower costs, improve resilience, and build a more diverse economy.
As a Native Hawaiian, my priority is ensuring that Hawaiians and kamaʻāina families can continue to live, work, and raise the next generation in Hawaiʻi, just as my mother did. My record of community service and as a business owner for over two decades has strengthened my commitment to stewardship, community-based solutions, and the importance of amplifying the voices of Native Hawaiians.
Kuleana means both responsibility and privilege, and it is at the center of my value system. I would be honored to serve the place I was born and raised in this important way.
Mālama Pono,
Manu Powers
HOW TO VOTE
Leadership experience that protects our Hawai‘i way of life.
BUSINESS
A thriving local economy is essential to the future of Hawaiʻi. Small businesses, local entrepreneurs, and family-run operations are the backbone of our communities. By supporting policies that reduce barriers for local businesses, encourage responsible investment, and keep more resources circulating within our islands, Hawaiʻi can build an economy that benefits residents first. Manu supports sustainable economic development that creates opportunity for local families while protecting the natural and cultural resources that make Hawaiʻi home.
COMMUNITY
Strong communities are built through connection, collaboration, and shared responsibility. Manu is committed to policies that support families, strengthen neighborhoods, and empower local voices in decision-making. Whether it’s improving access to education, supporting local organizations, or investing in infrastructure that serves residents, Manu believes government should work alongside communities, not above them. When communities are supported and heard, Hawaiʻi becomes a place where people can truly thrive.
CULTURE
Hawaiʻi’s culture is the foundation of our identity and the guiding force that connects people to place. Manu believes protecting and uplifting Native Hawaiian culture is essential to the future of the islands. From language and traditions to stewardship of the land and ocean, cultural values must remain central in how decisions are made. By honoring cultural knowledge and supporting community-led initiatives, Hawaiʻi can move forward in a way that respects its history while building a stronger future for generations to come.