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Guest Editorials, Opinions, The Feds September 21, 2021

Hansen: It’s time to pass the Equality Act and guarantee fundamental protections for all

It’s time for a federal solution. The Equality Act would start to address these issues by guaranteeing basic, fundamental protections for all people in employment, housing and public accommodations regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. It would ensure transgender and nonbinary people are guaranteed the opportunity to work and provide for their families, secure a home for their loved ones, and access life-saving medical care – free from harassment, violence, and discrimination.

Industry, The Feds May 24, 2021

Biden signs bill enabling Alaska cruise season to resume this year

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki had nothing but praise for the process that led to the passage of the bill. “This bill is an example of the critical bipartisan work that can be done in Congress,” she said, “and the president is grateful to Sen. Murkowski and Congressman Young for their leadership in this area.”

Guest Editorials, Opinions October 23, 2020

WELCH: Al Gross is no silent enabler. He won’t put Party, personal ambition above Alaskans

I always “vote fish” because to me that means voting for healthy oceans and thriving coastal communities. And I always vote for the person, not a party and my voting record reflects that. In more than 30 years as a radio/print reporter for Alaska’s seafood industry, I have never publicly endorsed a candidate.