"She just listened to us. Listened to what we want, our needs, our problem. Her destiny to be the next mayor of Maui, it's a promise. I tell you guys, it's a promise. Her visions/plans will change Maui for better and prosperity."
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Yuki Lei for Mayor
Dozens of local organizations and leaders are standing together!
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“our members live here. We raise our families here. We are rebuilding this island alongside our neighbors. Yuki Lei Sugimura has consistently supported the working men and women who do the heavy lifting in our community. We believe she will bring the steady leadership Maui needs right now.”
Peter Ganaban, Hawaii Laborer's Union Local 368
“Clean water, reliable sewer systems, and fire protection aren’t luxuries, they’re public health necessities. Our members protect Maui every day through the systems they install and maintain. Councilmember Sugimura has consistently recognized the importance of these core services in addressing housing and economic growth. We believe she has the leadership to move Maui forward in a responsible way.”
Samuel Barrett, Jr., Plumbers & Fitters UA Local 675
"Yuki Lei Sugimura has consistently demonstrated the political will and practical know-how to get results. Through her work on the County Council, she has proven her commitment to tackling the tough issues. She is the partner our members need, and we’re proud to support a leader who is committed to putting local craftspeople to work to deliver housing so local families can afford to stay and thrive across Maui Nui."
Ron Taketa, Hawai‘i Regional Council of Carpenters
“We are proud to help someone who we know will look out for working families, and we look forward to working with Yuki Lei to protect the interests of working people in Hawaii.”
Douglas Kema, Jr., District Council 50
“We are proud to endorse Yuki Lei Sugimura because she recognizes that addressing Maui County’s housing and infrastructure challenges requires thoughtful leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to getting projects built. Yuki Lei’s focus on improving permitting, investing in critical infrastructure, and supporting local businesses reflects the kind of practical approach that benefits our community and Hawaiʻi’s construction industry. We look forward to working together to help build a strong future for Maui County.
Cheryl Walthall, General Contractors Association of Hawai‘i
“As Chair of the REALTORS® Political Action Committee, we are proud to endorse Yuki Lei Sugimura for Mayor of Maui County. Yuki Lei cares about the future of Maui County and has consistently championed affordable housing. She’s shown that same commitment to economic resilience for local businesses, smart investments in infrastructure, and policies that help keep our families rooted in Maui County. Yuki Lei listens and gets results, and that’s exactly the kind of leadership Maui needs in the mayor’s office.”
Josh Jerman, RPAC
“On behalf of the Maui County Chapter of the State of Hawaiʻi Organization of Police Officers, and our dedicated members, I am proud to announce our endorsement of Yuki Lei Sugimura for Mayor. Yuki Lei deeply understands the unique needs of our community, consistently champions public safety, and brings the leadership and integrity we need to move Maui Nui forward. She has proven herself to be a steadfast supporter of our law enforcement officers, and we trust her to stand with us as we work to keep our families and neighborhoods safe.”