Quotes by Linda Lingle

About Linda Lingle:

Linda Lingle is an American politician, who was the sixth Governor of Hawaii from 2002 until 2010. She was the first Republican elected governor of Hawaii since the departure of William F. Quinn in 1962. Lingle was also the first female governor of Hawaii; first Jewish governor of Hawaii; first county mayor elected governor of Hawaii; and the first governor of Hawaii not to have any children. Prior to her gubernatorial administration, Lingle served as Maui County mayor, council member, and chair of the Hawaii Republican Party.
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Throughout my political career, I've believed in the concept of home rule. Some call it local control. Whichever phrase you use, the concept is the same - the best decisions are those made closest to those who will be impacted by the decisions.

Linda Lingle

We have come dangerously close to accepting the homeless situation as a problem that we just can't solve.

Linda Lingle

Chronically homeless means constantly homeless; it means repeatedly homeless.

Linda Lingle

Politicians all too often think about the next election. Statesmen think about the next generation.

Linda Lingle

It pains me deeply to see members of my own party attempting to legislate women's health and contraception choices.

Linda Lingle

I'm not an education expert, and frankly I don't want to make education decisions for our state. But I am experienced at successfully managing organizations, and putting people on a path where they can succeed.

Linda Lingle

I truly believe the brightest days lie ahead for the Great State of Hawaii.

Linda Lingle

Good schools, good jobs, good government. These are not unreasonable demands. But sadly, some of our people have already lost heart and have left Hawaii to look for these things elsewhere.

Linda Lingle

But before looking to the future, let's glance back at the road we've traveled these past two years because that is the source of much of the optimism we are all feeling about the future.

Linda Lingle

When people are worried about the future, they don't take trips to Hawaii.

Linda Lingle

Electing pro-choice Republican women can help foster a discussion that reflects the full spectrum of views and can lead to a more balanced and responsible public dialogue.

Linda Lingle

Author Bio

  • NameLinda Lingle
  • DescriptionAmerican politician; sixth Governor of Hawaii; former member of the Maui County Council and former mayor of Maui County
  • BornJune 4, 1953
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionPolitician