Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: Public Safety & Corrections
May 22, 2014
On May 9, 2014, the Anchorage Police gathered with Troopers, the Coast Guard, local firefighters, and members of the public to commemorate Alaska Police Memorial Day. The ceremony honored the 65 men and women who have died in the line of service in Alaska, and a program was handed out so that those who gathered could learn about the departed. I attended this beautiful ceremony at the Alaska Police Memorial off of Tudor, along with Senator Hollis French and representatives from the police department, the fire department, and the U.S. Coast Guard.
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Note from Rep. Gara: Fool Me Once: A Fact Check on Those Slick Oil Ads
May 21, 2014
I’d like a world where people tell the truth during elections. But wishing doesn’t work in this new world where outside corporations and groups are allowed unlimited election $pending. With that money these special interests constantly violate the old adage that you’re entitled to your own opinions, but that you’re not entitled to your own facts.
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Rep. Tarr’s Newsletter: More Session Wrap-Up
May 13, 2014
This session presented a number of challenges for Legislators, including the gasline bill, the omnibus education bill, and bills affecting ballot initiatives. Though there are clearly glaring exceptions to considering this session a perfect success, for a number of reasons I share below, I believe that the 2014 session was very successful.
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Rep. Kawasaki’s Juneau Note: Back in Fairbanks!
May 8, 2014
It is with tremendous sadness that I write on the traumatic passing of two Alaska State Troopers. Sgt. Scott Johnson and Trooper Gabe Rich were killed last week in the village of Tanana after an altercation that is still under investigation. I knew these honorable men and they exemplified everything it means to be a law enforcement officer and an Alaskan. I am proud of the support shown by our great city to the families and friends of Gabe and Scott. They will be in our hearts and minds for the weeks to come.
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Rep. Josephson’s Newsletter: 2014 In-Review & First Week Back
May 8, 2014
Dear Friends and Neighbors, I believe that the 2014 session was very successful with a couple glaring exceptions. I call the session successful for the following reasons:
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