
Rep. Mazie K. Hirono, a Democrat, is defeating a former two-term governor by double digits in Hawaii, although polling in the state has been unreliable. She is riding a blue tide that includes native son President Obama at the top of the ballot. (Associated Press)

Rep. Mazie K. Hirono, a Democrat, is defeating a former two-term governor by double digits in Hawaii, although polling in the state has been unreliable. She is riding a blue tide that includes native son President Obama at the top of the ballot. (Associated Press)

President Obama arrives at Hickam Air Force Base in Honolulu with Sen. Daniel K. Akaka (left) and Rep. Mazie K. Hirono, both Hawaii Democrats, on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)