2026 Primary Election Guide Now Available

July 20, 2026 | As we are all very aware, election season is upon us. You’ve heard me say it many times that one of the most important responsibilities we have as citizens is to become informed before we vote – and of course, we MUST VOTE.

We’re pleased to announce that the 2026 Hawaiʻi Family Forum Non-Partisan Voter Guide is now available for download.

This year’s guide covers every candidate for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, State Senate, and State House of Representatives, allowing you to compare responses to 21 public policy questions along with two essay questions—all printed exactly as submitted by the candidates.

Every candidate who filed for these offices was invited to participate. Candidates who did not initially respond received two additional reminder notices, giving every campaign three opportunities to complete the survey before it closed.

This year, the candidates who answered our survey provides voters with valuable insight into where they stand on issues affecting life, family, parental rights, religious liberty, education, public safety, government accountability, and more. While not every candidate responded, we have included the contact information they provided to the Office of Elections so you can respectfully reach out and ask where they stand including a QR code for each campaign.

An informed vote is a powerful vote. We encourage you to pray, learn, and vote and to share this guide with your family, friends, church, and community.

What We Learned from This Year’s Survey

Beyond helping voters compare candidates, this year’s survey revealed some interesting trends. While candidates often differed on specific policy solutions, many shared common concerns. The issue mentioned most frequently in the essay responses was Hawaiʻi’s high cost of living, with candidates from across the political spectrum citing housing affordability, rising costs, and the challenge of keeping families in Hawaiʻi. Many also emphasized the importance of government accountability, transparency, and supporting strong families and communities.

One of the most valuable parts of the guide isn’t just the “Agree,” “Disagree,” or “Undecided” responses—it’s the opportunity to read candidates’ own words. Their essays provide insight not only into what they believe (“Principles”), but also how (“Priority” and “Plan”) they approach the responsibility of serving the people of Hawaiʻi.

We encourage you to read the guide for yourself, compare the responses, and prayerfully consider the choices before you cast your ballot.

And yes, we will be providing a General Election Guide giving all candidates who move to the General Election another bite at the apple.