Hawaii House
Filing Deadline: July 22, 2008 • Primary Date: Sept. 20, 2008 • General Election: Nov. 4, 2008District Profile: The neighborhoods around Honolulu's downtown and the university are middle- and lower-income, and usually Democratic. The rest is more difficult to pinpoint. Full Profile
2006 results: Neil Abercrombie (D) defeated Richard Hough (R) by 69-31%.
Incumbent
Neil Abercrombie (D)Elected in 1990; Seeking 10th term.
Challengers
Charles Djou (R), Honolulu city councilman
District Profile: The 2nd includes not only the Neighbor Islands but most of Oahu's acreage beyond what is generally regarded as the city of Honolulu. Full Profile
2006 results: Mazie Hirono (D) defeated Bob Hogue (R) by 61-39%.
Incumbent
Mazie Hirono (D)Elected in 2006; Seeking second term.
Challengers
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Previous Coverage
Check out National Journal's coverage of previous Hawaii house races.