Hawaii Hosts Final Official Primary

On September 18, Hawaii held the final official primary election of the 2010 election year. (Louisiana will hold its primary run-off on October 2). Rep. Charles Djou (R) will once again face Democratic opponent Colleen Hanabusa for Hawaii's 1st district in November. Djou was coined a Republican darling in May when he won Hawaii's special election after Rep. Neil Abercrombie vacated the seat in February to run for Governor. Hanabusa was Djou's most threatening opponent in the special election, coming in a close second to the Representative. She currently serves as a state senator. The race is considered a "toss up" and will be an interesting one to watch come Election Day. John Willoughby, a retired Navy officer, will challenge current Rep. Mazie Hirono (D) for Hawaii's 2nd district. Willoughby has a tough battle ahead as the district is considered to be safe for Hirono and rated a "Solid D" district.