Candidates in Focus is not simply election programming. It is a free service that gives candidates a platform to share their views directly with voters so they can make informed decisions at the ballot box. The purpose is not to mediate, endorse, balance, or polish political speech. It is to make room for it, lower barriers, widen participation, and give voters access to the broadest possible range of voices before they enter the voting booth.

Participating candidates record a program about their platform, which 'Ōlelo then airs throughout the Primary and General Election seasons across its channels, media partners, and social media. We encourage all candidates to take advantage of this service. Check your email or contact us at vote@olelo.org for more information.

If you have election-related programs you'd like to share with the broader community, visit olelo.org or email vote@olelo.org to get started.

Participation Options

• In-person studio recording
• Self-recorded video submission