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Opinion: Get politicians out of workplace

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Opinion: Get politicians out of workplace

Don’t be fooled.

University of Alaska President Jim Johnsen in 2017. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Opinion: State’s budget climate puts value of Alaska’s higher education at risk

Thousands of students could be affected by a governor veto.

Opinion: University of Alaska is committed to preparing our future teachers

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Opinion: University of Alaska is committed to preparing our future teachers

This state needs locally trained teachers.

Opinion: Tourism in the era of middle-class acquiescence

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Opinion: Tourism in the era of middle-class acquiescence

It’s time to examine “thorny questions of ethics and values.”

City Hall stands on a quiet morning. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire File)

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Opinion: Juneau’s property taxes … fair or foul?

Has the city been over-collecting?

Opinion: Dunleavy’s village policing plan bad idea for rural Alaska

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Opinion: Dunleavy’s village policing plan bad idea for rural Alaska

I have 40 years of experience with law enforcement in Alaska.

President Donald Trump, with first lady Melania Trump, waves as they depart Shannon Airport, Friday, June 7, 2019, in Shannon, Ireland. (AP Photo | Alex Brandon)

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Opinion: Why Americans are tired of impeachment talk

“What would it take for the you to support the impeachment of this president?”

Opinion: Alaska is ignoring PFAS health risks

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Opinion: Alaska is ignoring PFAS health risks

I live in the Gustavus PFAS plume.

Opinion: Forget the national average: University of Alaska requires a higher level of state investment

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Opinion: Forget the national average: University of Alaska requires a higher level of state investment

Alaska stands out as one of the most unique states in our report.

Opinion: Fisheries management is the answer to the PFD battle

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Opinion: Fisheries management is the answer to the PFD battle

Maybe the answer is fish.

Opinion: Tlingit history and culture thrive as Hoonah expands cruise destination

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Opinion: Tlingit history and culture thrive as Hoonah expands cruise destination

Hoonah’s tourism industry is like the salmon in a way.

Opinion: Gov. Dunleavy’s budget is an honest approach to control Alaska’s spending

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Opinion: Gov. Dunleavy’s budget is an honest approach to control Alaska’s spending

A ‘disaster for Alaska?’ I don’t think so.

Opinion: Celebrate World No Tobacco Day

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Opinion: Celebrate World No Tobacco Day

Smoking affects more people than you might think.

Opinion: Layoff of state workers is not a business decision

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Opinion: Layoff of state workers is not a business decision

Dunleavy is using them as pawns on his political chessboard.

Opinion: Court battle or not, there is no reason education should not be funded this year

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Opinion: Court battle or not, there is no reason education should not be funded this year

It’s on the Legislature to act, not the governor.

Opinion: It’s time for Canada to clean up the polluting Tulsequah Chief Mine

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Opinion: It’s time for Canada to clean up the polluting Tulsequah Chief Mine

Sadly, acid mine drainage continues.

Opinion: Sen. Murkowski leads bipartisan bill in support of rural, LGBTQ elders

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Opinion: Sen. Murkowski leads bipartisan bill in support of rural, LGBTQ elders

Alaska’s senator makes health, well-being of all older people a top priority.

Opinion: Alaskans lead America forward in the Arctic

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Opinion: Alaskans lead America forward in the Arctic

Let’s ensure the U.S. is fully committed to this national priority.

Opinion: Cruise ship tourism is damaging our way of life

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Opinion: Cruise ship tourism is damaging our way of life

More cruise ships having a negative effect on Juneau.

Opinion: As Alaskans consider Pebble Mine, a cautionary tale from Montana

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Opinion: As Alaskans consider Pebble Mine, a cautionary tale from Montana

In our state, we live with mining’s other legacy: permanent pollution.