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Posted: Wednesday, October 17th, 2012 8:52 AM HST

Hirono focuses on Lingle's GOP ties in Hawai`i debate

By Associated Press

HONOLULU (AP) — Democratic Congresswoman Mazie Hirono focused on former Governor Linda Lingle's ties to Republicans in a televised U.S. Senate debate, tying Lingle to Mitt Romney and other GOP figures whenever given the chance. Lingle responded Tuesday night by saying that Hirono has no record of her own to stand on, and has waged a campaign built on the accomplishments of others. Hirono and Lingle are vying for the seat of retiring U.S. Senator Daniel Akaka.