He said he could not make Friday night because of graduation ceremonies in Aiea, and had to leave early on Sunday — before the group photo — because of church. He also said he was at the convention for several hours Saturday morning but had to leave to do his radio show.
As for skipping the CD2 candidate forum Saturday night, Hannemann said he had a prior commitment to be on Kauai and had informed the party four weeks ago.

Mufi Hannemann, Hilton Hawaiian Village, May 29, 2012.
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