Wayne and his wife Sherry make their home in the Lehua neighborhood of Hoʻopili, where their children attend ʻEwa Elementary School. Like most families in West Oʻahu, they navigate the daily realities of a community still growing into itself — the long commutes, the school capacity challenges, and the quiet financial stress of trying to get ahead in one of the most expensive places in the country.

That lived experience isn’t background noise for Wayne. It’s the reason he’s running.

When the Hawaiʻi Teamsters Union Local 996 endorsed Wayne’s campaign, it wasn’t just a political milestone. For Wayne, it was personal.

“For someone who spent time on the wrong side of accountability, having the support of law enforcement means everything to me. It’s a reminder that growth is real, and that trust can be rebuilt through action.”

This endorsement reflect Wayne’s commitment to public safety, workers’ rights, and the kind of leadership that earns respect rather than demands it.

District 39 is home to a rich, layered community — young families building their futures, longtime residents who’ve watched the landscape change, workers commuting long hours to provide for the ones they love, and Native Hawaiian families carrying traditions that deserve to be honored.

Wayne is running to make sure every one of them has a seat at the table. He believes government should be responsive, transparent, and humble enough to listen before it acts. He will fight to address the rising cost of living, invest in public safety, improve traffic and infrastructure, and strengthen the schools where District 39’s children spend their days.

This isn’t about a title. It’s about showing up, every single day, for the people who call District 39 home.