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. . .and a moment to remember two fallen heroes

Posted on Jan 30, 2020 in Capitol Connection, Featured
Honolulu Police Chief Susan Ballard at the State of the State address.

Honolulu Police Chief Susan Ballard at the State of the State address.

Tiffany Enriquez and Kaulike Kalama

Tiffany Enriquez and Kaulike Kalama

Our first responders—whether they are police officers, firefighters, or lifeguards—take great pride in their professionalism and great satisfaction in knowing they are serving others and their community. If you ask them, they will tell you to a man and woman that they are just doing their job, even when they step into harm’s way. But, in truth, they do so much more, especially when the need for them arises.

On Sunday (Jan. 19), a desperate need did arise, and two heroes stepped forward. I would like us to take a moment of silence for officers Tiffany Enriquez and Kaulike Kalama. Chief Ballard – Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the HPD ʻohana and with the families of these two brave officers.

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