Backers say AG Clarkson, state are intentionally misrepresenting the oil tax initiative
A trip to the court is a possibility.
October 2019
Vic Fischer first to sign oil tax initiative as group launches signature-gathering effort
Fischer said he signed because the new revenue would go a long way to protecting things that matter to Alaskans, including the dividend.
‘To hell with politics.’ U.S. Senate unveils portrait honoring Alaska’s U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens
“To hell with politics, just do what’s right for Alaska.”
Pebble Mine backers accused by environmental group of insider trading
The group’s complaint lays out a timeline showing a massive uptick in trading just days before the feds gave the Pebble Mine a significant boost by repealing Obama-era regulations on the project.
Driven by youth, AFN declares climate change state of emergency
The organization approved a resolution that reinstates a climate change task force, rejecting language that would have outlined protections for non-renewable resource development.
Charter school teachers, parents and students argue for inclusion in bond package
Should Aquarian Charter School get the same consideration as other public schools?
Galvin passes Young in fundraising for 2020 cycle, Young still holds cash advantage
The difference is particularly stark when you factor in political action committee contributions.
Friday in the Sun (Oct. 18): The Alaska Day edition
It is Alaska Day.
Corrections union: Dunleavy administration is ‘endangering the public’ with bid to ship inmates Outside
The union accuses the administration of fabricating a crisis that will ultimately line the pockets of private prison companies.
Comic: Real Alaskans.
Related reading: “We are not your pawns” and “What to know when you marry a Native person.”