A young Hawaii politician took a unique -- and short-lived -- approach to campaigning for higher office.

As Honolulu Civil Beat reports, 29-year-old Greggor Ilagan , a county councilman on the Big Island, asked people to help him win a state Senate seat this fall via the mobile app Tinder .

"Hey you! Help me make a positive difference in our community. Swipe right and lets talk," Ilagan's profile read. "This year, I am running for State Senate. I bet we can find common ground on issues and make a positive impact around us. Swipe right and lets get to know each other."