Showdown in Hawaii: Can Hanabusa Bring Home the W in November?

Anyone who knows the story of how America acquired Hawaii knows that that there is still a division there between the natives and the newcomers persay. So it came as no surprise when the most well-known and powerful Hawaiian politician in history, Senator Daniel K. Inouye, passed away in December 2012 but not before asking Governor Neil Abercrombie to give his seat to Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa.

The late Senator Inouye with Congresswoman Hanabusa

What did come as a surprise was Abercrombie's decision to give the seat to then Lt. Governor Brian Schatz. Now, in 2014, the seat is open and guess who's running? Hanabusa and Schatz. The race is definitely going to be one to watch. It will be one of the most interesting races not just because of the story behind it but also because of the history of the islands and the dynamic of the changing party demographics. 

Senator Brian Schatz (left) Governor Neil Abercrombie (Right)

And although Schatz has out raised Hanabusa thus far (with a little help from the party), Hanabusa has the support of the infamous and extremely profitable Emily's List and is favored is in the state. This is definitely a race to watch. Visit here to learn more!