Who Is Wally Lau?

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Originally posted by Chunkster

I took HiloPuna's advice and did compare the main candidates' resumes. Wally Lau does come closer than the others to some sort of business experience via his private non-profit background. Having worked with one of those myself, I know there is more accountability in many of them than in government (especially unionized) organizations.

Harry Kim is a non-starter for me because I have spoken with him one on one on a number of occasions over the years, and he has become progressively less on top of things. Frankly, he seemed confused and "out of it" the last two times I talked to him. And besides, he didn't do that great when he was in office, having gone on a hiring and spending spree that Kenoi, for all his faults, had to deal with in Kim's wake.

If I had to choose between Kim and Lau at this point, I would go with Lau. It will be interesting to see if Hoffman gets anywhere, but I have my doubts.

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Completely agree with this post. Mahalo, Chunkster. Additionally, I had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Lau at the King Kamehameha Day Celebration in Kohala/Hawi. "Don't know him from Adam", however, in our short conversation, there was some substance there. FWIW. Agree if it's between, Mr. Kim, and Mr. Lau, the latter would be my choice, too.

JMO.