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Federal
President
Democrat
Kamala Harris/Tim Walz
https://www.facebook.com/KamalaHarris/
https://www.instagram.com/kamalaharris/?hl=en
https://kamalaharris.com/
Kamala Harris and her Vice Presidential pick, Tim Walz, represent a new era in American politics. They are focusing on an economy that benefits the lower and middle class, rather than the ultra-wealthy. Harris' experience as a prosecutor makes her best suited to address the southern border and drug crisis. As vice president under President Joe Biden, Harris helped craft and pass the Infrastructure Act, which poured billions of federal dollars into Alaska, addressing everything from roads and bridges to broadband and energy. We recommend the Kamala Harris/Tim Walz ticket for U.S. President.
Kamala Harris and her Vice Presidential pick, Tim Walz, represent a new era in American politics. They are focusing on an economy that benefits the lower and middle class, rather than the ultra-wealthy. Harris' experience as a prosecutor makes her best suited to address the southern border and drug crisis. As vice president under President Joe Biden, Harris helped craft and pass the Infrastructure Act, which poured billions of federal dollars into Alaska, addressing everything from roads and bridges to broadband and energy. We recommend the Kamala Harris/Tim Walz ticket for U.S. President.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/KamalaHarris/
https://www.instagram.com/kamalaharris/?hl=en
https://kamalaharris.com/
Independent
Robert Kennedy Jr./Nicole Shanahan
Robert Kennedy Jr. remains on the ballot in Alaska, despite him dropping out of the race and endorsing Donald Trump. Kennedy's platform was largely based on vaccine conspiracy theories, and despite coming from political royalty, many family members spoke out against his run for president. During his campaign, several odd stories of his past came out, including Kennedy admitting he dumped a dead bear in Central Park. We do not recommend voting for Robert Kennedy Jr.
Robert Kennedy Jr. remains on the ballot in Alaska, despite him dropping out of the race and endorsing Donald Trump. Kennedy's platform was largely based on vaccine conspiracy theories, and despite coming from political royalty, many family members spoke out against his run for president. During his campaign, several odd stories of his past came out, including Kennedy admitting he dumped a dead bear in Central Park. We do not recommend voting for Robert Kennedy Jr.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Republican
Donald Trump/ J.D. Vance
Donald Trump's repeated attacks on our democracy make him unfit for office. His tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy benefit him and his billionaire friends at the expense of hard-working Americans. Rather than put forth an inspiring agenda, Trump and his vice president-select, J.D. Vance, are running on racist conspiracy theories. We do not recommend voting for the Trump/Vance ticket.
Donald Trump's repeated attacks on our democracy make him unfit for office. His tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy benefit him and his billionaire friends at the expense of hard-working Americans. Rather than put forth an inspiring agenda, Trump and his vice president-select, J.D. Vance, are running on racist conspiracy theories. We do not recommend voting for the Trump/Vance ticket.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
1st Congressional District
U.S. Representative
Democrat
Rep. Mary Peltola
https://www.facebook.com/Peltola4Congress
https://www.instagram.com/marypeltola/
https://marypeltola.com/
Incumbent Rep. Peltola put Alaska first in her first full term as the state's only House member, focusing on reaching energy independence by prioritizing affordable and reliable energy. Peltola ran in 2022 on a uniquely Alaska pro-choice, pro-fish, pro-gun platform. She also worked to secure infrastructure improvements, broadband access, and more that will create jobs for Alaskans so younger generations remain in state. Peltola was pragmatic and stuck to her values, putting her constituents above her party, voting to improve life for all Alaskans. We recommend ranking Mary Peltola first for U.S. Congress.
Incumbent Rep. Peltola put Alaska first in her first full term as the state's only House member, focusing on reaching energy independence by prioritizing affordable and reliable energy. Peltola ran in 2022 on a uniquely Alaska pro-choice, pro-fish, pro-gun platform. She also worked to secure infrastructure improvements, broadband access, and more that will create jobs for Alaskans so younger generations remain in state. Peltola was pragmatic and stuck to her values, putting her constituents above her party, voting to improve life for all Alaskans. We recommend ranking Mary Peltola first for U.S. Congress.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/Peltola4Congress
https://www.instagram.com/marypeltola/
https://marypeltola.com/
Republican
Nick Begich
Nick Begich has never held office before. He is the founder of a software company and 90% of his employees are based in India. He is running for U.S. Congress largely on a national Republican platform, including calling social security a "ponzi scheme." While Begich comes from one of Alaska's most prominent political families, he was raised in Florida by his maternal grandparents and is not endorsed by his uncles, Tom and Mark Begich. Begich's campaign ads focus on addressing America's southern border, but are scant on what he would do for Alaska. Alaskans needs a representative working for our interests, not someone so focused on the Lower 48. We recommend ranking Nick Begich second.
Nick Begich has never held office before. He is the founder of a software company and 90% of his employees are based in India. He is running for U.S. Congress largely on a national Republican platform, including calling social security a "ponzi scheme." While Begich comes from one of Alaska's most prominent political families, he was raised in Florida by his maternal grandparents and is not endorsed by his uncles, Tom and Mark Begich. Begich's campaign ads focus on addressing America's southern border, but are scant on what he would do for Alaska. Alaskans needs a representative working for our interests, not someone so focused on the Lower 48. We recommend ranking Nick Begich second.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Alaska Independence Party
John Wayne Howe
John Wayne Howe did not mount enough of a campaign for us to support him for U.S. Congress. We recommend ranking him third.
John Wayne Howe did not mount enough of a campaign for us to support him for U.S. Congress. We recommend ranking him third.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Democrat
Eric Hafner
Eric Hafner is running while serving a 20-year prison sentence in New York for making violent threats to politicians, police, and judges. Hafner could not fulfill the residency requirements for this office, and is not a serious candidate. We recommend ranking Hafner last.
Eric Hafner is running while serving a 20-year prison sentence in New York for making violent threats to politicians, police, and judges. Hafner could not fulfill the residency requirements for this office, and is not a serious candidate. We recommend ranking Hafner last.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Senator, District B
State Senator
Democrat
Jesse Kiehl
https://www.facebook.com/senatorkiehl/
https://www.instagram.com/jessekiehl/
https://www.jessekiehl.com/
Sen. Jesse Kiehl is running unopposed for Senate District B.
Sen. Jesse Kiehl is running unopposed for Senate District B.
Sen. Jesse Bjorkman is a public school educator running on a platform of good roads, effective and well-funded schools, strong public safety, and fiscal stability for the state. We recommend ranking Jesse Bjorkman first for Senate District D.
Sen. Jesse Bjorkman is a public school educator running on a platform of good roads, effective and well-funded schools, strong public safety, and fiscal stability for the state. We recommend ranking Jesse Bjorkman first for Senate District D.
Ben Carpenter Ben Carpenter sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We do not support Ben Carpenter for Senate District D.
Tina Wegener Tina Wegener did not mount a campaign. While she is running as a Democrat, her social media shows multiple reposts from Donald Trump, Sarah Palin, and national Republican commentators. We recommend ranking Wegener last for Senate District D.
Ben Carpenter Ben Carpenter sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We do not support Ben Carpenter for Senate District D.
Tina Wegener Tina Wegener did not mount a campaign. While she is running as a Democrat, her social media shows multiple reposts from Donald Trump, Sarah Palin, and national Republican commentators. We recommend ranking Wegener last for Senate District D.
Senator, District F
State Senator
Democrat
Janice Park
https://www.facebook.com/JaniceForAlaska/
https://www.instagram.com/janiceforalaska/
https://www.janiceforalaska.com/
Janice Park supports restoring defined benefit retirement plans for public employees, is committed to increasing public school funding and early childhood education, and supports a transition to clean energy. We support ranking Janice Park first in Senate District F.
Janice Park supports restoring defined benefit retirement plans for public employees, is committed to increasing public school funding and early childhood education, and supports a transition to clean energy. We support ranking Janice Park first in Senate District F.
Last Updated:2024-10-08
https://www.facebook.com/JaniceForAlaska/
https://www.instagram.com/janiceforalaska/
https://www.janiceforalaska.com/
Republican
James Kaufman
Sen. James Kaufman is a member of the bipartisan coalition. We recommend ranking James Kaufman second for Senate District F.
Sen. James Kaufman is a member of the bipartisan coalition. We recommend ranking James Kaufman second for Senate District F.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Republican
Harold Borbridge
Harold Borbridge supports open primaries and is focused on education, public safety and increasing private investment in Alaska. We recommend ranking Harold Borbridge third for Senate District F.
Harold Borbridge supports open primaries and is focused on education, public safety and increasing private investment in Alaska. We recommend ranking Harold Borbridge third for Senate District F.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Senator, District H
State Senator
Democrat
Matt Claman
https://www.facebook.com/MattClamanForStateSenate
https://www.instagram.com/mattclamanforalaska/
https://www.mattclaman.com/
Sen. Matt Claman is a member of the bipartisan coalition and supports the right to privacy as outlined in the constitution, public safety initiatives, increasing investment in public schools, a defined benefit pension retirement plan, and protecting the PFD. We recommend ranking Matt Claman first for Senate District H.
Sen. Matt Claman is a member of the bipartisan coalition and supports the right to privacy as outlined in the constitution, public safety initiatives, increasing investment in public schools, a defined benefit pension retirement plan, and protecting the PFD. We recommend ranking Matt Claman first for Senate District H.
Last Updated:2024-10-08
https://www.facebook.com/MattClamanForStateSenate
https://www.instagram.com/mattclamanforalaska/
https://www.mattclaman.com/
Republican
Liz Vasquez
Liz Vasquez opposes increases to public school funding, supports incentives for Cook Inlet natural gas production, and supports the repeal of open primaries. We recommend ranking Liz Vasquez last for Senate District H.
Liz Vasquez opposes increases to public school funding, supports incentives for Cook Inlet natural gas production, and supports the repeal of open primaries. We recommend ranking Liz Vasquez last for Senate District H.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Senator, District J
State Senator
Democrat
Forrest Dunbar
https://www.facebook.com/ForrestforAlaska/
https://www.instagram.com/forrest.for.anchorage/
https://www.forrestdunbar.com/
Sen. Forrest Dunbar is a member of the bipartisan coalition. He has worked to increase housing affordability; supports the right to a safe, legal abortion as protected in the Constitution; and supports a "significant and durable increase" to public education funding to keep pace with inflation. Sen. Dunbar is known to be a hard-working legislator. We recommend ranking Forrest Dunbar first for Senate District J.
Sen. Forrest Dunbar is a member of the bipartisan coalition. He has worked to increase housing affordability; supports the right to a safe, legal abortion as protected in the Constitution; and supports a "significant and durable increase" to public education funding to keep pace with inflation. Sen. Dunbar is known to be a hard-working legislator. We recommend ranking Forrest Dunbar first for Senate District J.
Last Updated:2024-10-08
https://www.facebook.com/ForrestforAlaska/
https://www.instagram.com/forrest.for.anchorage/
https://www.forrestdunbar.com/
Non-Partisan
Cheronda Smith
Cheronda Smith did not mount enough of a campaign to earn support for Senate District J.
Cheronda Smith did not mount enough of a campaign to earn support for Senate District J.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Senator, District L
State Senator
Republican
Kelly Merrick
https://www.facebook.com/kellymerrickstatesenate
https://kellyforakstatesenate.com/
Sen. Kelly Merrick is a member of the bipartisan coalition and a great example of a lawmaker that puts issues over party. Her independence makes her a common sense candidate making difficult votes to better Alaska. We recommend ranking Kelly Merrick first for Senate District L.
Sen. Kelly Merrick is a member of the bipartisan coalition and a great example of a lawmaker that puts issues over party. Her independence makes her a common sense candidate making difficult votes to better Alaska. We recommend ranking Kelly Merrick first for Senate District L.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/kellymerrickstatesenate
https://kellyforakstatesenate.com/
Other Candidates
Jared Goecker Jared Goecker is entrenched in partisan politics, including hiring conspiracy theorist Kelly Tshibaka for his finance team. Given his policies and his political ties, we cannot recommend a ranking for him for Senate District L.
Lee Hammermeister Lee Hammermeister changed his party registration to Democrat shortly before filing for this seat, and has a documented history of being entrenched in conservative politics, including co-hosting a fundraiser for Rep. Jamie Allard. Starting his election bid by lying to his district is repugnant. Given this, we cannot recommend ranking Hammermeister in the Senate District L race.
Former Rep. Ken McCarty Former Rep. Ken McCarty already had his chance to gain the support of his constituents, serving in the House from 2020-2022. His extreme partisan approach was clearly not appreciated by his constituents, as he came in a distant fourth in the August primary for this seat. We cannot recommend ranking McCarty in the Senate District L race.
Jared Goecker Jared Goecker is entrenched in partisan politics, including hiring conspiracy theorist Kelly Tshibaka for his finance team. Given his policies and his political ties, we cannot recommend a ranking for him for Senate District L.
Lee Hammermeister Lee Hammermeister changed his party registration to Democrat shortly before filing for this seat, and has a documented history of being entrenched in conservative politics, including co-hosting a fundraiser for Rep. Jamie Allard. Starting his election bid by lying to his district is repugnant. Given this, we cannot recommend ranking Hammermeister in the Senate District L race.
Former Rep. Ken McCarty Former Rep. Ken McCarty already had his chance to gain the support of his constituents, serving in the House from 2020-2022. His extreme partisan approach was clearly not appreciated by his constituents, as he came in a distant fourth in the August primary for this seat. We cannot recommend ranking McCarty in the Senate District L race.
Senator, District N
State Senator
Republican
David Wilson
https://www.facebook.com/davidwilsonforsenate
https://www.davidwilsonforsenate.com/
Sen. David Wilson is a member of the bipartisan coalition and provided common sense leadership for his district. We recommend ranking David Wilson first for Senate District N.
Sen. David Wilson is a member of the bipartisan coalition and provided common sense leadership for his district. We recommend ranking David Wilson first for Senate District N.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/davidwilsonforsenate
https://www.davidwilsonforsenate.com/
Other Candidates
Stephen Wright Stephen Wright is a MAGA Republican who supported an open convention to rewrite the state's constitution, is opposed to working in a bipartisan coalition, and supports removing all gun free zones, which include schools. We cannot recommend ranking Stephen Wright for Senate District N.
Rob Yundt Rob Yundt is running on a culture war platform of false election fraud narratives and anti-LGBTQ policies rather than issues actually impacting Alaskans, such as public education funding and infrastructure. We do not recommend ranking Rob Yundt for Senate District N.
Stephen Wright Stephen Wright is a MAGA Republican who supported an open convention to rewrite the state's constitution, is opposed to working in a bipartisan coalition, and supports removing all gun free zones, which include schools. We cannot recommend ranking Stephen Wright for Senate District N.
Rob Yundt Rob Yundt is running on a culture war platform of false election fraud narratives and anti-LGBTQ policies rather than issues actually impacting Alaskans, such as public education funding and infrastructure. We do not recommend ranking Rob Yundt for Senate District N.
Senator, District P
State Senator
Democrat
Scott Kawasaki
https://www.facebook.com/scottforalaska/
https://www.instagram.com/alaskascotty/
https://www.alaskascott.com/
Sen. Scott Kawasaki has served in the legislature for almost two decades, fighting for policies that help hardworking Alaskans and the middle class. He supports a defined benefit retirement system, forward-funding public schools, and diversifying energy sources to include more renewables. We recommend ranking Scott Kawasaki first for Senate District P.
Sen. Scott Kawasaki has served in the legislature for almost two decades, fighting for policies that help hardworking Alaskans and the middle class. He supports a defined benefit retirement system, forward-funding public schools, and diversifying energy sources to include more renewables. We recommend ranking Scott Kawasaki first for Senate District P.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/scottforalaska/
https://www.instagram.com/alaskascotty/
https://www.alaskascott.com/
Republican
Leslie Hajdukovich
Leslie Hajdukovich is ultimately running on the tired platform of resource extraction above all else, saying, "Ultimately, Alaska is a resource development state." While development is important, Senate District P has many needs, including better public education and diversified, cleaner energy sources. We recommend ranking Leslie Hajdukovich last for Senate District P.
Leslie Hajdukovich is ultimately running on the tired platform of resource extraction above all else, saying, "Ultimately, Alaska is a resource development state." While development is important, Senate District P has many needs, including better public education and diversified, cleaner energy sources. We recommend ranking Leslie Hajdukovich last for Senate District P.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Senator, District R
State Senator
Non-Partisan
Savannah Fletcher
https://www.facebook.com/SavannahForAlaska/
https://www.instagram.com/savannahforalaska/
https://www.savannahforalaska.com/
Savannah Fletcher supports increased funding for public education, affordable and reliable energy, strong fisheries that support subsistence lifestyles, and vows to work with a bipartisan majority. We recommend ranking Savannah Fletcher first for Senate District R.
Savannah Fletcher supports increased funding for public education, affordable and reliable energy, strong fisheries that support subsistence lifestyles, and vows to work with a bipartisan majority. We recommend ranking Savannah Fletcher first for Senate District R.
Last Updated:2024-10-08
https://www.facebook.com/SavannahForAlaska/
https://www.instagram.com/savannahforalaska/
https://www.savannahforalaska.com/
Republican
Mike Cronk
Rep. Mike Cronk is running for this open Senate seat. He sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Mike Cronk second for Senate District R.
Rep. Mike Cronk is running for this open Senate seat. He sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Mike Cronk second for Senate District R.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Alaska Independence Party
Bert Williams
Bert Williams has not mounted enough of a campaign to earn support for District R. We recommend ranking Bert Williams last for Senate District R
Bert Williams has not mounted enough of a campaign to earn support for District R. We recommend ranking Bert Williams last for Senate District R
Last Updated:2024-10-08
Senator, District T
State Senator
Democrat
Donny Olson
https://www.facebook.com/donny.olson.90/
Sen. Donny Olson is a member of the bipartisan coalition and is running unopposed for Senate District T. We recommend ranking Donny Olson first for Senate District T.
Sen. Donny Olson is a member of the bipartisan coalition and is running unopposed for Senate District T. We recommend ranking Donny Olson first for Senate District T.
Last Updated:2024-10-08
https://www.facebook.com/donny.olson.90/
Representative, District 1
State Representative
Non-Partisan
Grant EchoHawk
https://www.facebook.com/EchoHawk4AK
https://www.instagram.com/echohawk4ak/
https://www.echohawk4ak.com/
Grant EchoHawk is a Ketchikan Gateway Borough assembly member. His top priorities include funding to Alaska public schools, approving a pension system for public employees, economic development, salmon protections, and support programs for Alaskans in need. We support ranking Grant EchoHawk first for House District 1.
Grant EchoHawk is a Ketchikan Gateway Borough assembly member. His top priorities include funding to Alaska public schools, approving a pension system for public employees, economic development, salmon protections, and support programs for Alaskans in need. We support ranking Grant EchoHawk first for House District 1.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
https://www.facebook.com/EchoHawk4AK
https://www.instagram.com/echohawk4ak/
https://www.echohawk4ak.com/
Non-Partisan
Agnes Moran
Agnes Moran's top priorities include fisheries protections, education funding, the Alaska Marine Highway System, and Permanent Fund reform. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Women In Safe Homes. We support ranking Agnes Moran second for House District 1.
Agnes Moran's top priorities include fisheries protections, education funding, the Alaska Marine Highway System, and Permanent Fund reform. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Women In Safe Homes. We support ranking Agnes Moran second for House District 1.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Republican
Jeremy Bynum
Jeremy Bynum is noncommittal on a pension system and has not said how he will vote on Ballot Measure 1, which would increase the minimum wage and require paid sick leave. Bynum is also in favor of repealing Alaska's open primary system, which would result in voters having less choice. For these reasons, we recommend ranking Bynum last.
Jeremy Bynum is noncommittal on a pension system and has not said how he will vote on Ballot Measure 1, which would increase the minimum wage and require paid sick leave. Bynum is also in favor of repealing Alaska's open primary system, which would result in voters having less choice. For these reasons, we recommend ranking Bynum last.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 2
State Representative
Non-Partisan
Rebecca Himschoot
https://www.rebeccahimschoot.com/
Rep. Rebecca Himschoot is a member of the bipartisan coalition and lists strong schools, consistent and dependable marine highway service, accessible housing, and thriving waterfronts as key priorities. Rebecca Himschoot is running unopposed for House District 2.
Rep. Rebecca Himschoot is a member of the bipartisan coalition and lists strong schools, consistent and dependable marine highway service, accessible housing, and thriving waterfronts as key priorities. Rebecca Himschoot is running unopposed for House District 2.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.rebeccahimschoot.com/
Representative, District 3
State Representative
Democrat
Andi Story
https://www.facebook.com/andistoryforhouse/
https://www.andistoryforhouse.com/
Rep. Andi Story is a member of the bipartisan coalition. She supports investments in renewable energy sources, an increase to public education funding and minimum wage, and open primaries. Andi Story is running unopposed for House District 3.
Rep. Andi Story is a member of the bipartisan coalition. She supports investments in renewable energy sources, an increase to public education funding and minimum wage, and open primaries. Andi Story is running unopposed for House District 3.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/andistoryforhouse/
https://www.andistoryforhouse.com/
Representative, District 4
State Representative
Democrat
Sara Hannan
https://www.facebook.com/electsarahannan
https://electsarahannan.com/
Rep. Sara Hannan is a member of the bipartisan coalition and is running unopposed for House District 4.
Rep. Sara Hannan is a member of the bipartisan coalition and is running unopposed for House District 4.
Rep. Louise Stutes is the minority whip and a member of the bipartisan coalition. She has demonstrated leadership on fisheries and coastal issues, and excels at navigating political divisions to pass key legislation. We recommend ranking Louise Stutes first for House District 5.
Rep. Louise Stutes is the minority whip and a member of the bipartisan coalition. She has demonstrated leadership on fisheries and coastal issues, and excels at navigating political divisions to pass key legislation. We recommend ranking Louise Stutes first for House District 5.
Brent Johnson serves as the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly president. He supports an increase to public education funding, the right to reproductive freedom, science-based fisheries management and access to subsistence resources, and investment in clean energy opportunities. We recommend ranking Brent Johnson first for House District 6.
Brent Johnson serves as the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly president. He supports an increase to public education funding, the right to reproductive freedom, science-based fisheries management and access to subsistence resources, and investment in clean energy opportunities. We recommend ranking Brent Johnson first for House District 6.
Dawson Slaughter supports strong health care services, a full PFD, second amendment rights, and strong education system. We recommend ranking Dawson Slaughter second for House District 6.
Dawson Slaughter supports strong health care services, a full PFD, second amendment rights, and strong education system. We recommend ranking Dawson Slaughter second for House District 6.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Republican
Sarah Vance
Rep. Sarah Vance stands with former President Donald Trump and supports public funds used by private schools. She introduced a bill eliminating Alaska’s open primary system. We recommend ranking Sarah Vance last for House District 6.
Rep. Sarah Vance stands with former President Donald Trump and supports public funds used by private schools. She introduced a bill eliminating Alaska’s open primary system. We recommend ranking Sarah Vance last for House District 6.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 7
State Representative
Republican
Justin Ruffridge
https://www.facebook.com/justinstatehouse
https://www.voteruffridge.com/
Rep. Justin Ruffridge is known for his focus on health care and education, supporting Medicaid expansion and sponsoring bills aimed at improving Alaska's public health system, while advocating for responsible resource management and community development. Ruffridge is a conservative who is willing to work across the aisle to get things done for his district. We recommend ranking Justin Ruffridge first for House District 7.
Rep. Justin Ruffridge is known for his focus on health care and education, supporting Medicaid expansion and sponsoring bills aimed at improving Alaska's public health system, while advocating for responsible resource management and community development. Ruffridge is a conservative who is willing to work across the aisle to get things done for his district. We recommend ranking Justin Ruffridge first for House District 7.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/justinstatehouse
https://www.voteruffridge.com/
Republican
Ron Gillham
Ron Gillham supports the repeal of open primaries and sponsored bills that would have expanded vaccine exemptions and prohibited so-called “indoctrination” in public schools. We recommend ranking Ron Gillham last for House District 7.
Ron Gillham supports the repeal of open primaries and sponsored bills that would have expanded vaccine exemptions and prohibited so-called “indoctrination” in public schools. We recommend ranking Ron Gillham last for House District 7.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 8
State Representative
Republican
John Hillyer
John Hillyer supports the repeal of open primaries and school choice initiatives. We recommend ranking John Hillyer last for House District 8.
John Hillyer supports the repeal of open primaries and school choice initiatives. We recommend ranking John Hillyer last for House District 8.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Other Candidates
Bill Elam has served on the Kenai Borough Assembly and is focused on schools and roads that best serve Alaska communities. We recommend ranking Bill Elam first for House District 8.
Bill Elam has served on the Kenai Borough Assembly and is focused on schools and roads that best serve Alaska communities. We recommend ranking Bill Elam first for House District 8.
Representative, District 9
State Representative
Non-Partisan
Ky Holland
https://www.facebook.com/KyHollandforAlaska
https://www.alaskansforkyholland.com/
Ky Holland is running on a platform focused on job creation, funding public schools, clean energy, and district infrastructure. We recommend ranking Ky Holland first for House District 9.
Ky Holland is running on a platform focused on job creation, funding public schools, clean energy, and district infrastructure. We recommend ranking Ky Holland first for House District 9.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
https://www.facebook.com/KyHollandforAlaska
https://www.alaskansforkyholland.com/
Republican
Lucy Bauer
Lucy Bauer supports positions that destabilize the public school system. We recommend ranking Lucy Bauer last for House District 9.
Lucy Bauer supports positions that destabilize the public school system. We recommend ranking Lucy Bauer last for House District 9.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 10
State Representative
Republican
Chuck Kopp
https://www.facebook.com/koppforhouse
https://chuckkopp.com/
Chuck Kopp is effective in fostering bipartisan cooperation, and has previously served as House Majority Leader. We recommend ranking Chuck Kopp first for House District 10.
Chuck Kopp is effective in fostering bipartisan cooperation, and has previously served as House Majority Leader. We recommend ranking Chuck Kopp first for House District 10.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
https://www.facebook.com/koppforhouse
https://chuckkopp.com/
Republican
Craig Johnson
Rep. Craig Johnson sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Craig Johnson last for House District 10.
Rep. Craig Johnson sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Craig Johnson last for House District 10.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 11
State Representative
Non-Partisan
Walter Featherly
https://www.facebook.com/electfeatherly/
https://electfeatherly.com/
Walter Featherly has served as president of the Anchorage School Board and is campaigning on public education, small business viability, and lowering the cost of living in Alaska. Featherly is a moderate who works as general counsel for Calista Corporation and has a near 40-year history of representing industry in Alaska exploring responsible resource development. Featherly will be the type of lawmaker who puts issues over party politics to get meaningful laws passed. We recommend ranking Walter Featherly first for House District 11.
Walter Featherly has served as president of the Anchorage School Board and is campaigning on public education, small business viability, and lowering the cost of living in Alaska. Featherly is a moderate who works as general counsel for Calista Corporation and has a near 40-year history of representing industry in Alaska exploring responsible resource development. Featherly will be the type of lawmaker who puts issues over party politics to get meaningful laws passed. We recommend ranking Walter Featherly first for House District 11.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/electfeatherly/
https://electfeatherly.com/
Republican
Julie Coulombe
Rep. Julie Coulombe sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Julie Coulombe last for House District 11.
Rep. Julie Coulombe sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Julie Coulombe last for House District 11.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 12
State Representative
Non-Partisan
Calvin Schrage
https://www.facebook.com/calvinforalaska
https://www.instagram.com/calvinforak/
https://www.calvinforalaska.com/
Rep. Calvin Schrage is the House Minority Leader and a member of the bipartisan coalition. He has worked to ensure voting access for all Alaskans and demonstrated leadership on matters related to transparency, public health, and fiscal responsibility. We recommend ranking Calvin Schrage first for House District 12.
Rep. Calvin Schrage is the House Minority Leader and a member of the bipartisan coalition. He has worked to ensure voting access for all Alaskans and demonstrated leadership on matters related to transparency, public health, and fiscal responsibility. We recommend ranking Calvin Schrage first for House District 12.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
https://www.facebook.com/calvinforalaska
https://www.instagram.com/calvinforak/
https://www.calvinforalaska.com/
Republican
Joseph Lurtsema
Joseph Lurtsema has a long history of promoting conspiracy theories, hate speech, and extremism. We recommend ranking Joseph Lurtsema last for House District 12.
Joseph Lurtsema has a long history of promoting conspiracy theories, hate speech, and extremism. We recommend ranking Joseph Lurtsema last for House District 12.
Rep. Andy Josephson is a member of the bipartisan coalition and has supported public employees and school funding. He is a strong supporter of protections for natural resources. We recommend ranking Andy Josephson first for House District 13.
Rep. Andy Josephson is a member of the bipartisan coalition and has supported public employees and school funding. He is a strong supporter of protections for natural resources. We recommend ranking Andy Josephson first for House District 13.
Heather Gottshall is challenging Rep. Andy Josephson on a platform that risks public education funds, and threatens Alaska's subsistence and natural resources. We recommend ranking Heather Gottshall last for House District 13.
Heather Gottshall is challenging Rep. Andy Josephson on a platform that risks public education funds, and threatens Alaska's subsistence and natural resources. We recommend ranking Heather Gottshall last for House District 13.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 14
State Representative
Non-Partisan
Alyse Galvin
https://www.facebook.com/repalysegalvin
https://www.alyse4alaska.com/
Rep. Alyse Galvin is a member of the bipartisan coalition and has demonstrated collaboration and leadership on integrating renewable energy sources into the railbelt grid, funding public education, and supporting public employees during her time in the legislature. We recommend ranking Alyse Galvin first for House District 14.
Rep. Alyse Galvin is a member of the bipartisan coalition and has demonstrated collaboration and leadership on integrating renewable energy sources into the railbelt grid, funding public education, and supporting public employees during her time in the legislature. We recommend ranking Alyse Galvin first for House District 14.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/repalysegalvin
https://www.alyse4alaska.com/
Democrat
Harry Winner Kamdem
Harry Kamden did not mount enough of a campaign for us to provide an endorsement. We recommend ranking him last.
Harry Kamden did not mount enough of a campaign for us to provide an endorsement. We recommend ranking him last.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 15
State Representative
Democrat
Denny Wells
https://www.facebook.com/DennyWellsforStateHouse
https://www.instagram.com/dennywellsforalaska/
https://dennywellsforalaska.com/
Denny Wells is the only pro-choice candidate for District 15 and supports increased and predictable public education funding in Alaska. We recommend ranking Denny Wells first for House District 15.
Denny Wells is the only pro-choice candidate for District 15 and supports increased and predictable public education funding in Alaska. We recommend ranking Denny Wells first for House District 15.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
https://www.facebook.com/DennyWellsforStateHouse
https://www.instagram.com/dennywellsforalaska/
https://dennywellsforalaska.com/
Republican
Mia Costello
Mia Costello is a former legislator who is again seeking office after working for former Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson's administration. Costello is backed by the same politicians who opposed resources for police and first responders. If elected, said she would not join the bipartisan coalition and instead join the extremist that killed bills to increased education funding and a public employees pension in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Mia Costello last for House District 15.
Mia Costello is a former legislator who is again seeking office after working for former Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson's administration. Costello is backed by the same politicians who opposed resources for police and first responders. If elected, said she would not join the bipartisan coalition and instead join the extremist that killed bills to increased education funding and a public employees pension in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Mia Costello last for House District 15.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Democrat
Dustin Darden
Dustin Darden has a long history of promoting conspiracy theories, hate speech, and extremism. We recommend ranking Dustin Darden last for House District 15.
Dustin Darden has a long history of promoting conspiracy theories, hate speech, and extremism. We recommend ranking Dustin Darden last for House District 15.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 16
State Representative
Democrat
Carolyn Hall
https://www.facebook.com/CarolynforAlaska
https://www.instagram.com/carolynforalaska/
https://www.carolynforalaska.com/
Carolyn Hall is running on a platform of funding public education, improving wages and benefits for state workers, and tackling the state's structural deficit. Hall has a long professional history in Anchorage, working as a journalist and municipal employee. We support ranking Carolyn Hall first for House District 16.
Carolyn Hall is running on a platform of funding public education, improving wages and benefits for state workers, and tackling the state's structural deficit. Hall has a long professional history in Anchorage, working as a journalist and municipal employee. We support ranking Carolyn Hall first for House District 16.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/CarolynforAlaska
https://www.instagram.com/carolynforalaska/
https://www.carolynforalaska.com/
Non-Partisan
Nick Moe
Nick Moe attempted to withdraw from the race for House District 16, but failed to submit his signed withdrawal form by the deadline. He has shuttered his campaign and endorsed Carolyn Hall. We do not support voting for or ranking Nick Moe in the House District 16 race.
Nick Moe attempted to withdraw from the race for House District 16, but failed to submit his signed withdrawal form by the deadline. He has shuttered his campaign and endorsed Carolyn Hall. We do not support voting for or ranking Nick Moe in the House District 16 race.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 17
State Representative
Democrat
Zack Fields
https://www.facebook.com/repzackfields/
https://www.instagram.com/zackfieldsak/?hl=en
https://akhouse.org/rep-fields/
Rep. Zack Fields has served in the legislature since 2019, and has demonstrated leadership for his district. He is a member of the bipartisan coalition and is running unopposed for House District 17.
Rep. Zack Fields has served in the legislature since 2019, and has demonstrated leadership for his district. He is a member of the bipartisan coalition and is running unopposed for House District 17.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
https://www.facebook.com/repzackfields/
https://www.instagram.com/zackfieldsak/?hl=en
https://akhouse.org/rep-fields/
Representative, District 18
State Representative
Democrat
Cliff Groh
https://www.facebook.com/cliffgroh4ak
https://cliffgroh4alaska.com/
Rep. Cliff Groh is a member of the bipartisan coalition. His priorities include saving the Permanent Fund Dividend, fully funding schools, and diversifying state revenue by raising taxes on oil industry. Groh spent years working in the legislature as an aide and co-created the Permanent Fund Dividend alongside former Governor Jay Hammond. We recommend ranking Cliff Groh first for House District 18.
Rep. Cliff Groh is a member of the bipartisan coalition. His priorities include saving the Permanent Fund Dividend, fully funding schools, and diversifying state revenue by raising taxes on oil industry. Groh spent years working in the legislature as an aide and co-created the Permanent Fund Dividend alongside former Governor Jay Hammond. We recommend ranking Cliff Groh first for House District 18.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/cliffgroh4ak
https://cliffgroh4alaska.com/
Republican
David Nelson
David Nelson's campaign is being supplemented with support from Americans for Prosperity Action Alaska, a group funded by national extremists like the Koch Brothers. Nelson's campaign says relatively little about Alaska issues. We recommend ranking David Nelson last for House District 19.
David Nelson's campaign is being supplemented with support from Americans for Prosperity Action Alaska, a group funded by national extremists like the Koch Brothers. Nelson's campaign says relatively little about Alaska issues. We recommend ranking David Nelson last for House District 19.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 19
State Representative
Democrat
Genevieve Mina
https://www.facebook.com/minagenevieve
https://alaskansforgenevieve.com/
Rep. Genevieve Mina is a member of the bipartisan coalition who has supported an increase to school funding, improvements to SNAP benefits, better snow plowing, protections for the PFD, and advocates for pro-choice, pro-labor, and pro-LGBTQ+ policies. We recommend ranking Genevieve Mina first for House District 19.
Rep. Genevieve Mina is a member of the bipartisan coalition who has supported an increase to school funding, improvements to SNAP benefits, better snow plowing, protections for the PFD, and advocates for pro-choice, pro-labor, and pro-LGBTQ+ policies. We recommend ranking Genevieve Mina first for House District 19.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/minagenevieve
https://alaskansforgenevieve.com/
Non-Partisan
Russell Wyatt
Russell Wyatt supports investments in education, health care, and affordable housing. We recommend ranking Russell Wyatt second for House District 19.
Russell Wyatt supports investments in education, health care, and affordable housing. We recommend ranking Russell Wyatt second for House District 19.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Republican
Kaylee Anderson
Kaylee Anderson did not mount enough of a campaign to earn our support for House District 16. We recommend ranking her last.
Kaylee Anderson did not mount enough of a campaign to earn our support for House District 16. We recommend ranking her last.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 20
State Representative
Democrat
Andrew Gray
https://www.facebook.com/AndrewTimothyGray
https://www.instagram.com/andrewgrayak/
https://andrewgrayak.com/
Rep. Andrew Gray is a member of the bipartisan coalition. He supports increased education funding, seeks to address homelessness through incentivizing new construction, and introduced legislation fixing backlogs in SNAP to address food insecurity. We recommend ranking Andrew Gray first for House District 20.
Rep. Andrew Gray is a member of the bipartisan coalition. He supports increased education funding, seeks to address homelessness through incentivizing new construction, and introduced legislation fixing backlogs in SNAP to address food insecurity. We recommend ranking Andrew Gray first for House District 20.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/AndrewTimothyGray
https://www.instagram.com/andrewgrayak/
https://andrewgrayak.com/
Libertarian
Scott A Kohlhaas
Scott Kohlhaas is a Libertarian with extreme views, who supports essentially nonexistent government. He supports private citizens owning waterways, cutting off access to sportsmen. He supports a one-time payout and full depletion of the Permanent Fund, leaving no funding for future generations. Kohlhaas stated he would not caucus with Democrats or Republicans, which would leave him in political exile with no power to represent his district. We recommend ranking Scott Kohlhaas last for House District 20.
Scott Kohlhaas is a Libertarian with extreme views, who supports essentially nonexistent government. He supports private citizens owning waterways, cutting off access to sportsmen. He supports a one-time payout and full depletion of the Permanent Fund, leaving no funding for future generations. Kohlhaas stated he would not caucus with Democrats or Republicans, which would leave him in political exile with no power to represent his district. We recommend ranking Scott Kohlhaas last for House District 20.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 21
State Representative
Democrat
Donna C Mears
https://www.facebook.com/MearsForAlaska/
https://mearsforalaska.com/
Rep. Donna Mears is a member of the bipartisan coalition and supports increased school funding, restoring defined retirement benefits and provide competitive salaries for public employees, and investments in clean energy. She supports Ballot Measure 1 to raise the state minimum wage, and voting no on Ballot Measure 2 to keep Alaska's open primaries voting system. We recommend ranking Donna Mears first for House District 21.
Rep. Donna Mears is a member of the bipartisan coalition and supports increased school funding, restoring defined retirement benefits and provide competitive salaries for public employees, and investments in clean energy. She supports Ballot Measure 1 to raise the state minimum wage, and voting no on Ballot Measure 2 to keep Alaska's open primaries voting system. We recommend ranking Donna Mears first for House District 21.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/MearsForAlaska/
https://mearsforalaska.com/
Republican
Aimee Sims
Aimee Sims' platform focuses destabilizing the public school system through an increase of support for charter schools. We recommend ranking Aimee Sims last for House District 21.
Aimee Sims' platform focuses destabilizing the public school system through an increase of support for charter schools. We recommend ranking Aimee Sims last for House District 21.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 22
State Representative
Democrat
Ted Eischeid
https://www.facebook.com/TedForAlaska/
https://www.instagram.com/tedforalaska
https://tedforalaska.com/
Ted Eischeid is a former public school educator and Planner. He highly values increased education funding and supporting organized labor. Eischeid would be a huge improvement for representation of east Anchorage, putting issues above partisan politics. We recommend ranking Ted Eischeid first for House District 22.
Ted Eischeid is a former public school educator and Planner. He highly values increased education funding and supporting organized labor. Eischeid would be a huge improvement for representation of east Anchorage, putting issues above partisan politics. We recommend ranking Ted Eischeid first for House District 22.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
https://www.facebook.com/TedForAlaska/
https://www.instagram.com/tedforalaska
https://tedforalaska.com/
Republican
Stanley Wright
Rep. Stanley Wright is pictured applauding as Gov. Mike Dunleavy vetoed key funding for key educational, nonprofit, and infrastructure programs in his own district. Wright refused to join a bipartisan coalition and instead empowered the Republican caucus that voted against an increase in public education funding. We recommend ranking Stanley Wright last for House District 22.
Rep. Stanley Wright is pictured applauding as Gov. Mike Dunleavy vetoed key funding for key educational, nonprofit, and infrastructure programs in his own district. Wright refused to join a bipartisan coalition and instead empowered the Republican caucus that voted against an increase in public education funding. We recommend ranking Stanley Wright last for House District 22.
Jim Arlington was an Anchorage School Board member and is running on a platform focused on addressing homelessness via investing in housing, addressing staffing shortages in law enforcement to improve public safety, restoring education funding, and improving job competitiveness and infrastructure to retain residents. We recommend ranking Jim Arlington first for House District 23.
Jim Arlington was an Anchorage School Board member and is running on a platform focused on addressing homelessness via investing in housing, addressing staffing shortages in law enforcement to improve public safety, restoring education funding, and improving job competitiveness and infrastructure to retain residents. We recommend ranking Jim Arlington first for House District 23.
Rep. Jamie Allard has a long history of promoting conspiracy theories, hate speech, and extremism. We recommend ranking Jamie Allard last for House District 23.
Rep. Jamie Allard has a long history of promoting conspiracy theories, hate speech, and extremism. We recommend ranking Jamie Allard last for House District 23.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 24
State Representative
Republican
Dan Saddler
Rep. Dan Saddler is running unopposed for House District 24.
Rep. Dan Saddler is running unopposed for House District 24.
Last Updated:2024-10-08
Representative, District 25
State Representative
Republican
DeLena M Johnson
DeLena Johnson sided with Gov. Mike Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. DeLena Johnson is running unopposed for House District 25.
DeLena Johnson sided with Gov. Mike Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. DeLena Johnson is running unopposed for House District 25.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 26
State Representative
No Recommendation
Rep. Cathy Tilton supports the repeal of Alaska's open primaries voting system and a constitutional spending limit. Rep. Tilton is running unopposed for House District 26.
Rep. Cathy Tilton supports the repeal of Alaska's open primaries voting system and a constitutional spending limit. Rep. Tilton is running unopposed for House District 26.
Representative, District 27
State Representative
No Recommendation
Jubilee Underwood supports concerning socially discriminatory programs, "parental choice" initiatives for education, and other positions likely to ignite culture wars and political gridlock. For these reasons we cannot endorse either candidate for House District 27.
Rep. David Eastman has a long history of promoting conspiracy theories, hate speech, and extremism. We do not support David Eastman for District 27.
Jubilee Underwood supports concerning socially discriminatory programs, "parental choice" initiatives for education, and other positions likely to ignite culture wars and political gridlock. For these reasons we cannot endorse either candidate for House District 27.
Rep. David Eastman has a long history of promoting conspiracy theories, hate speech, and extremism. We do not support David Eastman for District 27.
Representative, District 28
State Representative
No Recommendation
Elexie Moore has run a minimal campaign, but the information she has put out largely follows national Republican rhetoric, such as promoting charter schools and "parental freedom." Alaskans need elected officials who focus on real issues, rather than pick culture war fights that cause division and gridlock. With no suitable candidate running, we cannot make a recommendation for House District 28.
Jessica Wright has no campaign website and did not respond to media questionnaires. Her position statement in her filing affirms that she is pro-Trump and makes vague claims of socialism running the country. Wright's lack of attention to local issues is concerning. With no suitable candidate running, we cannot make a recommendation for House District 28.
Steve Menard came in second to out-going Rep. Jesse Sumner in 2022, and is again running for the seat. Menard did not mount much of a campaign, but in his filing with the state complained about the Mat-Su Valley not receiving enough services, but also stated he would not vote for any form of taxes, showing Menard has a fundamental misunderstanding of how government services are paid for. Menard previously served on the Wasilla City Council, but was recalled after seriously damaging a hotel room and billing the city for it. With no suitable candidate running, we cannot make a recommendation for House District 28.
Elexie Moore has run a minimal campaign, but the information she has put out largely follows national Republican rhetoric, such as promoting charter schools and "parental freedom." Alaskans need elected officials who focus on real issues, rather than pick culture war fights that cause division and gridlock. With no suitable candidate running, we cannot make a recommendation for House District 28.
Jessica Wright has no campaign website and did not respond to media questionnaires. Her position statement in her filing affirms that she is pro-Trump and makes vague claims of socialism running the country. Wright's lack of attention to local issues is concerning. With no suitable candidate running, we cannot make a recommendation for House District 28.
Steve Menard came in second to out-going Rep. Jesse Sumner in 2022, and is again running for the seat. Menard did not mount much of a campaign, but in his filing with the state complained about the Mat-Su Valley not receiving enough services, but also stated he would not vote for any form of taxes, showing Menard has a fundamental misunderstanding of how government services are paid for. Menard previously served on the Wasilla City Council, but was recalled after seriously damaging a hotel room and billing the city for it. With no suitable candidate running, we cannot make a recommendation for House District 28.
Representative, District 29
State Representative
Republican
George Rascher
Rep. George Rauscher is running unopposed. He introduced a bill eliminating Alaska’s open primary system voting. We do not support George Rauscher for House District 29.
Rep. George Rauscher is running unopposed. He introduced a bill eliminating Alaska’s open primary system voting. We do not support George Rauscher for House District 29.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 30
State Representative
Republican
Doyle Holmes
https://www.facebook.com/holmesforalaska
https://www.holmesforhouse.com/
Doyle Holmes supports open primaries and investments in wind, solar, natural gas, and research for nuclear power to prepare for a post-oil future. We recommend ranking Doyle Holmes first for House District 30.
Doyle Holmes supports open primaries and investments in wind, solar, natural gas, and research for nuclear power to prepare for a post-oil future. We recommend ranking Doyle Holmes first for House District 30.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
https://www.facebook.com/holmesforalaska
https://www.holmesforhouse.com/
Republican
Kevin McCabe
Rep. Kevin McCabe sided with Gov. Mike Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session and has backed numerous bills threatening Alaska's natural resources. We do not support Kevin McCabe for House District 30.
Rep. Kevin McCabe sided with Gov. Mike Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session and has backed numerous bills threatening Alaska's natural resources. We do not support Kevin McCabe for House District 30.
Rep. Maxine Dibert is a member of the bipartisan coalition and supports an increase to public education funding, pensions for public employees, and an increase to the state minimum wage. Dibert represents a working class area of Fairbanks, and she has focused on issues that will help hard-working Alaskans. We recommend ranking Maxine Dibert first for House District 31.
Rep. Maxine Dibert is a member of the bipartisan coalition and supports an increase to public education funding, pensions for public employees, and an increase to the state minimum wage. Dibert represents a working class area of Fairbanks, and she has focused on issues that will help hard-working Alaskans. We recommend ranking Maxine Dibert first for House District 31.
Bart LeBon is again challenging Rep. Maxine Dibert, who he lost to in 2022. LeBon is focused on culture war issues like who qualifies for girls' sports teams, rather than real issues Alaskans face every day. He is opposed to a pension for state workers, which would help keep teachers and public safety workers in state. We recommend ranking Bart LeBon last for House District 31.
Bart LeBon is again challenging Rep. Maxine Dibert, who he lost to in 2022. LeBon is focused on culture war issues like who qualifies for girls' sports teams, rather than real issues Alaskans face every day. He is opposed to a pension for state workers, which would help keep teachers and public safety workers in state. We recommend ranking Bart LeBon last for House District 31.
Gary Damron is running on a platform of prioritizing public safety, infrastructure, and education and supports efforts to develop renewable energy sources for Alaska. He supports an increase to the minimum wage and open primaries. We recommend ranking Gary Damron first for House District 32.
Gary Damron is running on a platform of prioritizing public safety, infrastructure, and education and supports efforts to develop renewable energy sources for Alaska. He supports an increase to the minimum wage and open primaries. We recommend ranking Gary Damron first for House District 32.
Rep. Will Stapp lists his priorities as pro-development, limited government, and anti-abortion. We recommend ranking Will Stapp last for House District 32.
Rep. Will Stapp lists his priorities as pro-development, limited government, and anti-abortion. We recommend ranking Will Stapp last for House District 32.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 33
State Representative
Republican
Mike Prax
Rep. Mike Prax is running unopposed for reelection.
Rep. Mike Prax is running unopposed for reelection.
Joy Beth Cottle supports an increase to public education funding and development of clean energy sources. She supports an increase to the minimum wage and is voting to keep open primaries. We recommend ranking Joy Beth Cottle first for House District 34.
Joy Beth Cottle supports an increase to public education funding and development of clean energy sources. She supports an increase to the minimum wage and is voting to keep open primaries. We recommend ranking Joy Beth Cottle first for House District 34.
Rep. Frank Tomaszewski worked against a public education funding increase and pension program. He also attended the Statesman Assembly conference in Washington, D.C. over the summer, which is an ultra-religious training for lawmakers looking to insert religion into public life. We recommend ranking Frank Tomaszewski last for House District 34.
Rep. Frank Tomaszewski worked against a public education funding increase and pension program. He also attended the Statesman Assembly conference in Washington, D.C. over the summer, which is an ultra-religious training for lawmakers looking to insert religion into public life. We recommend ranking Frank Tomaszewski last for House District 34.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Representative, District 35
State Representative
Democrat
Ashley Carrick
https://www.facebook.com/ashleyforalaska
https://www.instagram.com/ashleyforalaska/
https://www.ashleyforalaska.com/
Rep. Ashley Carrick is a member of the bipartisan coalition. She lists preserving access to education and higher education as a top priority, as well as reviewing public dollars invested by AIDEA. She has worked toward railbelt reliability improvements to make energy more affordable and diverse. We recommend ranking Ashley Carrick first for House District 35.
Rep. Ashley Carrick is a member of the bipartisan coalition. She lists preserving access to education and higher education as a top priority, as well as reviewing public dollars invested by AIDEA. She has worked toward railbelt reliability improvements to make energy more affordable and diverse. We recommend ranking Ashley Carrick first for House District 35.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/ashleyforalaska
https://www.instagram.com/ashleyforalaska/
https://www.ashleyforalaska.com/
Republican
Ruben A. McNeill Jr.
Ruben McNeill is running on a platform of voter fraud conspiracy theories and other national conservative culture war issues. We do not support McNeill and recommend ranking him last in House District 35.
Ruben McNeill is running on a platform of voter fraud conspiracy theories and other national conservative culture war issues. We do not support McNeill and recommend ranking him last in House District 35.
Brandon Putuuqti Kowalski is running on a platform of protecting subsistence rights, economic and educational improvements, and protecting Alaskans' freedoms. He is also focused on reducing energy costs for the Interior. We recommend ranking Brandon Putuuqti Kowalski first for House District 36.
Brandon Putuuqti Kowalski is running on a platform of protecting subsistence rights, economic and educational improvements, and protecting Alaskans' freedoms. He is also focused on reducing energy costs for the Interior. We recommend ranking Brandon Putuuqti Kowalski first for House District 36.
Rebecca Schwanke prioritizes food security with a focus on bringing together state, federal, and Tribal governments to restore big game populations and fisheries. She supports the repeal of open primaries. She supports new energy infrastructure for the interior. We recommend ranking Rebecca Schwanke second for House District 36.
Rebecca Schwanke prioritizes food security with a focus on bringing together state, federal, and Tribal governments to restore big game populations and fisheries. She supports the repeal of open primaries. She supports new energy infrastructure for the interior. We recommend ranking Rebecca Schwanke second for House District 36.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Libertarian
James Fields
James Fields has served on the state board of education and early development for over 10 years. Fields supports pursuing clean energy through investments in infrastructure. He holds conservative Libertarian values, believing that less government and more choices in education is better. We recommend ranking James Fields third for House District 36.
James Fields has served on the state board of education and early development for over 10 years. Fields supports pursuing clean energy through investments in infrastructure. He holds conservative Libertarian values, believing that less government and more choices in education is better. We recommend ranking James Fields third for House District 36.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Republican
Pamela Goode
Pamela Goode did not mount enough of a campaign. We recommend ranking Pamela Goode last for House District 36.
Pamela Goode did not mount enough of a campaign. We recommend ranking Pamela Goode last for House District 36.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 37
State Representative
Non-Partisan
Bryce Edgmon
https://www.facebook.com/BryceEdgmonAK/
https://www.bryceedgmon.com/
Rep. Bryce Edgmon is a former Speaker of the House and the longest-serving member of the House. He is known for his bipartisan leadership and efforts to address rural and indigenous community issues. We recommend ranking Bryce Edgmon first for House District 37.
Rep. Bryce Edgmon is a former Speaker of the House and the longest-serving member of the House. He is known for his bipartisan leadership and efforts to address rural and indigenous community issues. We recommend ranking Bryce Edgmon first for House District 37.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
https://www.facebook.com/BryceEdgmonAK/
https://www.bryceedgmon.com/
Non-Partisan
Darren Morgan Deacon
Darren Morgan Deacon did not mount enough of a campaign for us to understand his policy positions. We recommend ranking Darren Deacon second for House District 37.
Darren Morgan Deacon did not mount enough of a campaign for us to understand his policy positions. We recommend ranking Darren Deacon second for House District 37.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 38
State Representative
Democrat
CJ McCormick
https://www.facebook.com/CJMcCormickAK
https://www.instagram.com/cjthebethelkid/
https://www.cjmccormickak.com/
Rep. CJ McCormick advocates for Indigenous rights, worked to expanding health care, and votes in favor of investing in education and flighting impacts of climate change. We recommend ranking CJ McCormick first for House District 38.
Rep. CJ McCormick advocates for Indigenous rights, worked to expanding health care, and votes in favor of investing in education and flighting impacts of climate change. We recommend ranking CJ McCormick first for House District 38.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
https://www.facebook.com/CJMcCormickAK
https://www.instagram.com/cjthebethelkid/
https://www.cjmccormickak.com/
Democrat
Nellie Darlene Jimmie
Nellie Jimmie supports preserving traditional ways of life, infrastructure improvements, and stemming domestic violence. We recommend ranking Nellie Jimmie second for House District 38.
Nellie Jimmie supports preserving traditional ways of life, infrastructure improvements, and stemming domestic violence. We recommend ranking Nellie Jimmie second for House District 38.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Democrat
Victoria Sosa
Victoria Sosa did not mount enough of a campaign. We recommend ranking Sosa third for House District 38.
Victoria Sosa did not mount enough of a campaign. We recommend ranking Sosa third for House District 38.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Veterans of Alaska
Willy Keppel
Willy Keppel supports funding cuts to education and health care, opening new coal plants, and is opposed to working across the aisle to get things done. We recommend ranking Keppel last for House District 38.
Willy Keppel supports funding cuts to education and health care, opening new coal plants, and is opposed to working across the aisle to get things done. We recommend ranking Keppel last for House District 38.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 39
State Representative
Democrat
Neal Foster
https://www.facebook.com/Repnealfoster/
https://fosterforhouse.com/
Rep. Neal Foster advocates for improving infrastructure and economic opportunities in remote communities. We recommend ranking Neal Winston Foster first for House District 39.
Rep. Neal Foster advocates for improving infrastructure and economic opportunities in remote communities. We recommend ranking Neal Winston Foster first for House District 39.
Last Updated:2024-10-08
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https://fosterforhouse.com/
Alaska Independence Party
Tyler Ivanoff
Tyler Ivanoff has some admirable positions around protecting salmon, but also some concerning social positions. We do not believe a change from Rep. Foster is needed, and therefore recommend ranking Ivanoff second for House District 39.
Tyler Ivanoff has some admirable positions around protecting salmon, but also some concerning social positions. We do not believe a change from Rep. Foster is needed, and therefore recommend ranking Ivanoff second for House District 39.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Representative, District 40
State Representative
Democrat
Robyn Niayuq Burke
https://www.facebook.com/Robynburkehd40/
https://www.instagram.com/robynburkehd40/
https://www.robynburkeak.com/
Robyn Niayuq Burke has served on the North Slope Borough School District Board of Education, among other community boards, and is focused on advancing Indigenous rights, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting sustainable development in rural Alaska. We recommend ranking Robyn Niayuq Burke first for House District 40.
Robyn Niayuq Burke has served on the North Slope Borough School District Board of Education, among other community boards, and is focused on advancing Indigenous rights, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting sustainable development in rural Alaska. We recommend ranking Robyn Niayuq Burke first for House District 40.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
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https://www.robynburkeak.com/
Democrat
Saima Chase
Saima Chase is the mayor of Kotzebue. She is running on a platform of public safety and improved relationships between state and Tribal governments. Chase has a long history of working in public safety in rural Alaska, and would bring a first-hand prospective on how to improve safety in rural villages. We recommend ranking Saima Chase second for House District 40.
Saima Chase is the mayor of Kotzebue. She is running on a platform of public safety and improved relationships between state and Tribal governments. Chase has a long history of working in public safety in rural Alaska, and would bring a first-hand prospective on how to improve safety in rural villages. We recommend ranking Saima Chase second for House District 40.
Last Updated:2024-10-07
Non-Partisan
Thomas C Ikaaq Baker
Rep. Thomas Baker sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Thomas Baker last for House District 40.
Rep. Thomas Baker sided with Gov. Dunleavy's rejection of a bill that would have permanently increased Alaska's public school funding formula in the 2024 legislative session. We recommend ranking Thomas Baker last for House District 40.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Statewide Ballot Measures
Ballot Measure 1
VOTE YES
Vote YES on Ballot Measure 1
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Ballot Measure 1 would gradually increase Alaska's minimum wage to $15 an hour, provide paid sick leave, and protect Alaskans from being forced to attend political or religious meetings by their employer, unrelated to their job. Ballot Measure 1 is an investment in hard-working Alaskans. These protections and benefits support the working class and Alaskan families. This common-sense ballot measure has hardly received any opposition at all. We strongly recommend voting YES on Ballot Measure 1.
Ballot Measure 1 would gradually increase Alaska's minimum wage to $15 an hour, provide paid sick leave, and protect Alaskans from being forced to attend political or religious meetings by their employer, unrelated to their job. Ballot Measure 1 is an investment in hard-working Alaskans. These protections and benefits support the working class and Alaskan families. This common-sense ballot measure has hardly received any opposition at all. We strongly recommend voting YES on Ballot Measure 1.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
Ballot Measure 2
VOTE NO
Vote NO on Ballot Measure 2
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Ballot Measure 2 directly attacks voter freedom and is an attempt to take power from individual Alaskans and return it to political parties. In 2020, a majority of Alaskans voted for a new voting system, one that allowed any voter to vote for whoever they wanted in every election. This system opened Alaska's primaries, so Alaskans' choices weren't bound by party registration. That's especially important in a state where a majority of voters split their ticket between parties and 60% of voters are not registered with one of the two main political parties. This system makes sense. Vote NO on Ballot Measure 2 to preserve our voting system.
Ballot Measure 2 directly attacks voter freedom and is an attempt to take power from individual Alaskans and return it to political parties. In 2020, a majority of Alaskans voted for a new voting system, one that allowed any voter to vote for whoever they wanted in every election. This system opened Alaska's primaries, so Alaskans' choices weren't bound by party registration. That's especially important in a state where a majority of voters split their ticket between parties and 60% of voters are not registered with one of the two main political parties. This system makes sense. Vote NO on Ballot Measure 2 to preserve our voting system.
Last Updated:2024-10-09
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