Friday in the Sun (Jan. 11): The Pre-Game edition
Welcome to the final edition of Friday in the Sun before legislators will gavel into the general disorder that will be the 31st Legislature. Here…
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ACLU of Alaska: Dunleavy, Babcock violated constitution in ‘loyalty pledge’ firings
The ACLU of Alaska argues that Chief of Staff Tuckerman Babcock gave the game away with his public comments, turning a lawful resignation request into an unconstitutional pledge of allegiance.
Murkowski: End the shutdown and tackle ‘border security’ later
She’s also not thrilled of the prospect of Trump tapping military funds to build the wall.
House may not be able to seat appointee Jackson until speaker is elected
And, of course, the Republican “Majority” needs Jackson’s vote to elect their speaker.
Here’s what legislators are proposing for the PFD, at least so far
Anchorage Democratic Sen. Bill Wielechowski’s taking the lead on the repayment of reduced and vetoed PFDs.
Alaska rep who was denied senate seat for making fun of intimate partner violence proposes bill to strip the education from sex education
The proposal calls for abstinence-only education that omits any mention of sexual orientation, gender identity, contraceptives or “the intricacies of sexual intercourse.”
It’s a Major Award: The Midnight Sun’s Dubious Achievements of 2018
It is a blog post, ya nincompoop, but it’s a major award.
Friday in the Sun (Dec. 21): The Caucus Christmas edition
Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals.
Alaska’s on track to be the first state to allow onsite marijuana use after board approves regs
The 49th State is on track to have a 420 first.
Alaska’s senators vote against federal criminal justice bill, Sullivan cites Senate Bill 91
A federal version of (the much-maligned) Senate Bill 91 wouldn’t be good for Alaska, Sullivan argued.