David's Open Road
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David Ige Highlight (1:14)
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Interview (4:14)
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Greatest Challenge (0:39)
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I Became Passionate About Both (1:09)
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Explore As Much As You Can (0:26)
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Set Your Priorities (0:59)
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I Took Advantage Of An Opportunity (1:11)
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Balancing Your Time (0:38)
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INTERVIEWED BY:
Hawaii Roadtrip
DAVID IGE
Governor
State of Hawaii
“People know when you really are passionate about what you’re doing. They can see when you make an effort.”
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THEMES DISCUSSED:
Chance Transitions Exploration Opportunity Dedication Hard Work Fulfillment Passion Determination Family Values
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BIOGRAPHY:
- Went to college at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
- While there, he served as student body secretary, and was treasurer and vice-president of his fraternity, Phi Delta Sigma.
- Before he became a politician, he spent 34 years working as an electrical engineer; his early work was in sustainable energy.
- His political career began in 1985, when he was appointed to the Hawaii House of Representatives.
- He represented Hawaii in both the House and Senate prior to winning the gubernatorial race in 2014.
- On his road to becoming governor, he became the first person ever to beat the incumbent Governor of Hawaii in a primary.
- Says although he knew he was fighting a near-impossible battle against the incumbent, he had to try for Hawaii’s sake.
- As governor, he champions conserving Hawaii's natural resources and increasing STEM education in Hawaii's schools.