Brian Lauro

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Brian Lauro

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 8, 2022

Education

High school

Garfield High School

Personal

Birthplace

Akron, Ohio

Religion

Christian

Profession

Entrepreneur

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Brian Lauro (Republican Party) ran for election to the Hawaii State Senate to represent District 25. He lost in the general election on November 8, 2022.

Lauro completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Brian Lauro was born in Akron, Ohio. He earned a high school diploma from Garfield High School. His career experience includes working as an entrepreneur.

Elections

2022

See also: Hawaii State Senate elections, 2022

General election

General election for Hawaii State Senate District 25

Incumbent Chris Lee defeated Brian Lauro in the general election for Hawaii State Senate District 25 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Chris Lee (D)	70.3	14,865
		Brian Lauro (R)	29.7	6,280

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 21,145
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Hawaii State Senate District 25

Incumbent Chris Lee advanced from the Democratic primary for Hawaii State Senate District 25 on August 13, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Chris Lee	100.0	10,621

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Hawaii State Senate District 25

Brian Lauro advanced from the Republican primary for Hawaii State Senate District 25 on August 13, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Brian Lauro	100.0	2,954

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,954
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Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Brian Lauro completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lauro's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Aloha. My name is Brian Lauro. I grew up in Ohio, loving and serving God and people. I attended the University of Akron, where I studied criminal justice and Political science. I am a husband, a father, a local business owner, a retired police officer from Ohio and have spent nearly all of my life in public safety. I have over 30 years protecting and defending the lives of others. I volunteer my time daily cleaning up Oahu and saving the lives of countless people who get in trouble in the ocean at China Walls.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Public safety is a top priority
• I will help create affordable housing and improve the cost of living
• Protect family values

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I will help create voter integrity. I will fight again government corruption, protect family values, create affordable housing and improve the cost of living, protect the environment, and make public safety a top priority.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I have always looked up to Craig Christner. He had a deep and personal love for God and he loved and served people in every way he could.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

I would recommend reading the Bible and the constitution of the United States.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty, integrity and transparency.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am a Christian. I have a reputation of honesty, integrity, and faith in God. I am well known for sacrificing my life for others and serving people.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

We have a responsibility to protect and defend the constitution of the United States and the State of Hawaii and to represent the needs of the people.

What legacy would you like to leave?

That we can serve people without corruption or personal gain. That all lives matter and we are here to make sure our citizen know and feel that. And that Hawaii can be the greatest state in our nation to live and raise our families.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The remember the landing on the moon when I was 2 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job ever was a cook at Wendy's.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible. Because I believe it is the living word of God.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

I got the Joy Joy Joy Joy down in my heart. Thanks Heather (My amazing wife).

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Dealing with corrupt and selfish people is appalling to me. Yet, we are called to love and serve them all.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

We need to work cooperatively together to best serve the people of this state.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Reducing the cost of living and defeating government corruption.

What are the benefits and drawbacks of a unicameral state legislature, in your opinion?

The drawback is that there is no checks and balances. When there is unrestrained power in government, it always leads to corruption. The only benefit is to the persons in charge, not the people of a Constitutional Republic.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

No. We are finding out that character is more important than experience in politics.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

I believe it is beneficial to build relationships with the people and colleagues. No one can succeed in government on there own.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

Undecided.

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

I am interested in Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs, Judiciary, Ways and Means, and Hawaiian Affairs.

If you are a current legislator, what appealed to you about your current committees?

N/A

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

No. For over 60 years are past government has degraded the way of life here in Hawaii.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

You never know.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Nearly everyone I meet says that "they either have given up on voting for people that have no integrity" or "they vote for the person they hate the least." This is not how our current politicians are to serve and represent the people of this great state and nation. People deserve better options.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Yes. And with great discretion. Not for personal gain or tyrannical power over people.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

I believe you need to be open minded. Compromise is absolutely necessary to get the job done.

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Current members of the Hawaii State Senate

Leadership

Senate President:Ronald Kouchi

Majority Leader:Dru Kanuha

Minority Leader:Brenton Awa

Senators

District 1

Lorraine Inouye (D)

District 2

Joy Buenaventura (D)

District 3

Dru Kanuha (D)

District 4

Tim Richards (D)

District 5

Troy Hashimoto (D)

District 6

Angus McKelvey (D)

District 7

Lynn DeCoite (D)

District 8

Ronald Kouchi (D)

District 9

Stanley Chang (D)

District 10

Les Ihara (D)

District 11

Carol Fukunaga (D)

District 12

Sharon Moriwaki (D)

District 13

Karl Rhoads (D)

District 14

Donna Kim (D)

District 15

Glenn Wakai (D)

District 16

Brandon Elefante (D)

District 17

Donovan Cruz (D)

District 18

Michelle Kidani (D)

District 19

Henry Aquino (D)

District 20

Kurt Fevella (R)

District 21

Mike Gabbard (D)

District 22

Samantha DeCorte (R)

District 23

Brenton Awa (R)

District 24

Jarrett Keohokalole (D)

District 25

Chris Lee (D)

Democratic Party (22)

Republican Party (3)