FATE VELAISE: Alaska Native Tribes must act fast to close digital divide
Alaska Native tribes have an opportunity to own part of the airwaves on their land, but they’ll have to act fast before they go to auction.
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In Trump’s darkest hour, Sen. Murkowski chooses an ounce of courage
On the Senate floor Thursday, Murkowski called for a quality that has been rare in modern politics and unheard of in the Trump White House: humility.
GARA: How unjustifiable tax breaks take funds away from schools, seniors and what Alaskans believe in
By former Rep. Les Gara. To submit an editorial for consideration get ahold of The Midnight Sun’s editor Matt Buxton at [email protected] Corporate Profits (Millions…
In Trump’s darkest hour, Sen. Sullivan continues to stand idly by
Alaska U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan finally released a statement Tuesday night on the anti-racism protests that have swept the nation, condemning the killing of George…
DUNBAR: Policies worth considering to strengthen community-police relations in Anchorage
A starting point for improving community-police relations in Anchorage.
REGENT BURETTA: UA Board of Regents face tough choices this week
“The University of Alaska is facing immediate and significant financial headwinds brought on by state budget cuts, enrollment and tuition declines and budget impacts visited upon us by the COVID-19 crisis. And like the virus itself, this budget challenge is real, painful, and one that demands that we take swift action to protect our university and its critical mission and service to Alaskans.”
Alaska needs real solutions this campaign season
Alaska’s financial position is complicated and politically expedient, simplistic solutions should have no place in the discussion.
RIVERA and QUINN-DAVIDSON: Leading the Alaskan way
“The coronavirus has laid bare systemic issues in our society. We must be thoughtful about how we use any funds the Municipality receives to address COVID-19. Our values as a community should be reflected in the decisions we make in the coming months.”
It’s time for Alaska to make the switch to by-mail voting
Ensuring Alaskans have access to free, fair and safe elections will require the state and municipalities to provide everyone the ability to vote without the fear of spreading or contracting COVID-19.
Alaska Democratic Presidential Primary: Unity & Inclusivity Offering “No Spoilers” Option
The new ranked-choice voting system allows you to vote how you want. No more strategic voting.