As I am cleaning out my capitol office, looking at all the memorabilia, awards, gifts, legislation, research meterials, letters, and files brings back so many memories. Some items are from friends who have passed away or others remind me of them. I had a great experience in the Hawaii House of Representatives in the last eight years.
Now I am looking forward to working as a Deputy Prosecutor in my role as legislative liaison. Violence such as sexual assault, domestic abuse, and assault has affected many people I know. Since my days as a young student leader at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, I am determined to reduce the violence in Hawaii. I will do all I can to make our community safe.
JON RIKI KARAMATSU 