Hawaii Governor Josh Green Defeats Gary Cordery in Gubernatorial Race
Incumbent Democrat Josh Green wins Hawaii governor’s race with 74% of the vote.
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Democrat incumbent Governor Josh Green has won the Hawaii gubernatorial election, defeating Republican challenger Gary Cordery. With 79% of the votes counted, Green secured 237,747 votes, or 74% of the total, while Cordery received 81,947 votes, or 25%, according to the Associated Press.
About Governor Josh Green
Green, a physician, assumed the governorship of Hawaii in December 2022. Prior to his role as governor, he served as the state’s lieutenant governor from 2018 to 2022. Before that, he represented districts in both the Hawaii State House and Senate.
As Chair of the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, Green authored ‘Luke’s Law,’ which ensures coverage for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. He also led efforts to raise the legal age to purchase tobacco and e-cigarettes to 21. Beyond healthcare, Green has focused on expanding affordable housing, a key issue in his campaign.
About Gary Cordery
Cordery, a businessman and real estate developer, founded Kingdom Builders, an Oahu-based construction company, in 1998. He is also a co-founder of the Aloha Freedom Coalition, which advocates against government lockdowns and mandates.
Cordery’s campaign emphasized government transparency, tax reduction, addressing homelessness, and education reform, including school voucher programs. His platform focused on making government more accountable and reducing the financial burden on families.
Implications of the Election
The election results reflect the priorities of Hawaii voters, who continue to support policies that focus on healthcare access, affordable housing, and government accountability. Green’s re-election signals continued support for his legislative agenda, which includes expanding healthcare services and addressing the state’s housing crisis.
With Green’s victory, Hawaii remains under Democratic leadership, continuing a trend of progressive governance in the state. The outcome is likely to influence future policy decisions, particularly in areas such as healthcare and economic development.
Source: OANN
