Mazie Hirono to Run for Open Senate Seat in Hawaii
Hawaii Rep. Mazie Hirono (D) announced Thursday she is running for the seat of retiring Democratic Sen. Daniel Akaka.
Hirono announced her decision in a two-minute video posted to her new campaign website.
“Today, because we need a strong voice for a stronger Hawaii, I am announcing my candidacy for United States Senate,” she said.
She promised to continue fighting for better jobs, tourism, transportation dollars, and the state’s farmers and scientists. “Together we have fought these fights in Congress. And together you and I will continue fighting for Hawaii in the United States Senate,” she said.