"I’d be proud to have (U.S. president-elect Barack Obama) represent us internationally. I think people will listen to him and follow him."

Gisele Mickens | Waikïkï

"I felt we needed a change. I would definitely see some change around here."

Georetta Kelly | Waikele

"(U.S. Sen. John) McCain is too old.

If he were to have a stroke, (Alaska Gov.) Sarah Palin would be president."

Brett Kelley | Waikele

"McCain. He’s pro-life. Otherwise I’d support Obama —

I think Obama is a better human being."

John Gallagher | Makiki

"It just seems like he (Obama) is determined to make change."

William Dearmore | Pälolo

"He is white and black. That is good for everybody."

Clarita Soriano | Waikïkï

"I just feel he’s (Obama) more compassionate and a little bit more driven by integrity. Hope brings me out today."

Eyona Menka | Punahou

"I think he (McCain) guards my interests better than Barack Obama."

Chris Waters | Waikele

"He (Obama) looks like he has more enthusiasm for what he believes in."

Nathan Magno | Waikele

"It’s history-making.

I came for Obama."

Sasha Zaytseva | Waikïkï

"I just liked what I saw from him (McCain)."

Felecivada Acierto | Kalihi

"He (Obama) has the more dynamic healthcare plan. I think it’s going to make a difference."

Jeremey Gracey | Makiki

— Associated Press