Things to think about as session gets underway: MEMO
What’s at stake this session.
State Politics
Murkowski says impeachment by House was appropriate, stay tuned for her vote
But whether Murkowski—who said she’s wrestling with her future in a Republican party that’s beholden to Trump’s worst impulses—will vote to convict when the articles of impeachment reach the chamber is not yet clear. She says she’ll wait on the trial.
Chronic underfunding of APOC is causing delayed action on campaign finance violations
The Alaska Public Offices Commission today delayed decisions on three major campaign finance complaints as its limited staff struggles to keep up with higher-than-ever campaign activity, its director told commissioners today.
One last time for the road: Liz Snyder proclaimed winner of East Anchorage seat
That order came on Monday, bringing finality to a race that has included a recount, a preposterous election contest that relied on Grand Canyon-sized leaps of logic and a conspiracy-laden recount appeal that accused dozens of voters of fraud without evidence.
PFD, spending and, yes, revenue need to be a part of this year’s legislative session
With the Senate and House still without organization, House representatives and representatives-elect are set to meet today in a closed-door meeting organized by Eagle River…
Dunleavy does Pebble Mine a favor, will appeal rejected permit
But, guys, he’s technically still neutral on the project.
Alaska Supreme Court upholds Snyder’s victory over Pruitt
Turns out you need evidence more convincing than someone who didn’t feel like waiting in line if you want a new election.
Eastman, Reinbold double down on lies that laid the groundwork for insurrection
They’ve built a brand on spreading these kinds of lies and fearmongering to their constituents and they, just like the president, cannot shrug away the responsibility for the results of their actions.
Alaska Rep. Eastman joins pro-Trump insurrection as other GOP officials act shocked about coup attempt
“Flying from Alaska to be in the back of this crowd is the same as being in the front of it.”
GOP’s seditious election fever dream makes Alaska’s election reform look even better
Ballot Measure 2 is aimed at empowering Alaska’s moderates and wrenching control of the state’s elections from political parties, specifically a Republican party that has placed party purity, power and Trump over everything.