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Supporters turn out at Capitol for Hawaii Advocacy Day

The Day at the Capitol event centers on the annual Hawaii Advocacy Day, organized by the Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities and the Alzheimer’s Association. Thursday's event aims to foster inclusivity and promoting awareness about the rights and need of people with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

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Attendees Kelsey Alisna, left, Leona Sa McDermott from Kauai, and Sierra White, of the Big Island, were in attendance for The Day at the Capitol event on Thursday.
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An overflowing crowd at The Day at the Capitol event, which centers on the annual Hawaii Advocacy Day organized by the Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities and the Alzheimer’s Association.
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Talking with State Sen. Carol Fukunaga, left, are Jeanne Ohta and Hope Bennett.
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State Sen. Brandon Elefante, middle, arrives on Thursday.
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Kathy Wyatt, left, Ron Shimabuku and Daintry Baroldus greet State Sen. Brandon Elefante in an auditorium.
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Organizers put out flowers on the lawn of the Capitol before start of The Day at the Capitol event.
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Jarett Shiu and James Labrie meet in an auditorium.
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Attendees enjoy snacks and drinks before morning meetings.
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Organizers plant flowers on the lawn of the Capitol.