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The Conversation: Bishop of the Diocese of Honolulu; Voters react to Tommy Waters’ disqualification

By Catherine Cruz,
Kevin Allen, Addis Belay, Mark Ladao
Published August 6, 2026 at 11:47 AM HST
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Bishop Castori gave his final remarks and acknowledgments at the conclusion of Mass. (July 28, 2026)
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Bishop Castori gave his final remarks and acknowledgments at the conclusion of Mass. (July 30, 2026)
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