Alaskans soundly reject constitutional convention pushed by extreme-right abortion opponents
It turns out the more Alaskans hear about a constitutional convention, the less likely they’ll be to support one.
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Gov. Dunleavy, who’s pledged to attack abortion rights, finally confirms support for constitutional convention
Following the Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, Dunleavy announced that if re-elected he would put forward a constitutional amendment to the Legislature. That measure would likely run into a dead end, making a convention a clearer path to the change.
Constitutional convention backers see PFD as ‘spark’ for complete, far-reaching rewrite
One proposal is rife with animosity towards the federal government, the judicial system, public education, public employees and Alaska Native corporations.
Donations are sparse for Alaska constitutional convention vote, disclosures show
To date, less than $1 million has been raised on both sides of the question.
Alaska conservatives launch group to encourage ‘yes’ vote on constitutional convention
Gov. Mike Dunleavy is a notable exception among Republicans, saying in an interview earlier this month that he will not advise Alaskans to vote for or against the convention. Despite that stance, Dunleavy voiced many of the talking points espoused by the new vote-yes group.
Cost estimates for constitutional convention in Alaska range widely
Critics estimate the convention would cost between $17 million and $20 million.