Today I joined fellow legislators who support public education in sponsoring two bills to reverse cuts to our schools, improve our public education system, and provide greater options for school innovation in Alaska.
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The final session of the 28th Alaska Legislature is well underway. As we wrestle with such issues as a constitutional amendment change to allow state funding of private schools, or whether Alaska should become an investment partner in a future gas pipeline, it is critical that we also stay focused on Alaska’s fiscal situation.
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My New Position as House Democratic Leader Working for the Future of Alaska. Today, I was selected by my fellow members to the role of Alaska House Democratic Leader, replacing Representative Beth Kerttula who has stepped down to pursue a new career in academics.
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Happy Thanksgiving!
This is a great time for home cooks (and enthusiastic eaters). But it’s also a time to reflect on, and give thanks for, our blessings.
One hundred and fifty years before America was founded, European Christians set sail to search for religious freedom. Landing at Plymouth Rock they suffered death, disease, starvation and terrible accidents. Fewer than half survived their first winter.
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I hope this Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, you will join me in taking a moment to honor the men and women who have sacrificed so much in defense of our nation and our freedoms.
I would also like to bring to your attention the 12th annual meeting, dinner, & auction which will raise funds for the Alaska Veterans Museum this Saturday.
Read More →Tomorrow evening Senator Mark Begich will be hosting a town hall meeting at Campbell Elementary School in our area. If you have school-aged children or are concerned about education, I hope you will consider joining me at the following event.
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