Note from Rep. Gara: How Education Cuts Are Tied To the Oil Giveaway; Foster Youth Volunteer Training
March 5, 2014
OK, this will be short. Really. I’ve spent the week writing a detailed document on how the oil giveaway passed last year requires nothing from oil companies in return for their billions in Alaska tax breaks. Giving away billions without requiring anything in return is a fool’s game. And it’s killing our schools.
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Rep. Kawasaki’s Juneau Note: Legislature Approaching Midway Mark
March 3, 2014
Since 2008, the legislative session has been a quick 90 days. Previously, we had 120 days to introduce, debate and finalize legislation. With such a short time of deliberation, legislation moves fast. I’ve diligently asked the hard questions about the true impacts of legislation to regular, everyday families.
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NEWS: Constituent Meeting for Senate District H
February 27, 2014
ANCHORAGE- Senator Berta Gardner, Representative Andy Josephson, and Representative Harriet Drummond would like to invite friends and neighbors to a constituent meeting to discuss public education, the budget process, and any other questions or concerns members of District H may have.
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Rep. Tuck’s Community Connection: Join Me for Two Important Meetings this Saturday!
February 21, 2014
As I represent you in 28th Alaska Legislature, it is important for me to hear your thoughts and concerns and make sure you have good information about what is happening in the Capitol.
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NEWS: Hundreds Rally for Public Education on the Capitol Steps
February 17, 2014
JUNEAU – Today, around two hundred parents, students and community members rallied on the steps of the Alaska state Capitol in support of increasing school funding and in opposition to allowing public money to go to private schools.
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