Opinion
The long-debated capital move has resurfaced
The idea of moving Alaska’s capital away from Juneau has been around since statehood. In 1960, 56 percent…
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Curing obesity means treating mind and body
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a holiday we’ve observed in this country since 1949. Over the past…
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Let’s invest in our national parks, support Alaska’s economy
On April 17, I had the honor of testifying in front of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources…
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Walker and Mallott: Alaska is making progress on sexual assault awareness, child abuse prevention
As governor and lieutenant governor, we want to ensure that every Alaskan feels safe in their home, school…
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Alaskan businesses thrive with state-water cod fisheries
Fishing vessel crews in Western Alaska wrapped up a successful pot-cod season last month, building upon what’s become…
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The privilege of adversity
In Pennsylvania this month, two stories about white privilege were about business managers who unjustifiably requested police assistance…
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Pebble asks Rep. Josephson to visit the site before replaying misleading rhetoric
I am going to respectfully disagree with Rep. Andy Josephson’s recent opinion piece about Pebble Mine that is…
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It’s time to comment on Pebble Mine
The Pebble Limited Partnership is continuing to advance its controversial mining project near Bristol Bay by forging ahead…
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Trials, Tribulations, and a Tribute to the Pacific Salmon Treaty
Both the beauty and bane of Pacific Salmon is their highly migratory behavior in the Pacific Ocean, spanning…
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The sweet fruit of education
Alaska’s 30th Legislature is diligently working to complete the session. Nevertheless, important work is still to be done.…
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To solve the opioid crisis, call addiction what it is
Another opioid overdose death. Another drug-related crime. Another billion dollars spent on ineffective treatments. News about the opioid…
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HB 54 is the missing piece in my end-of-life plans
In life, death at some point is inevitable. While most accept that, many wonder, “Will it be comfortable?”…
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Grateful for tourism in Southeast Alaska
Since the Great Recession, the visitor industry in Southeast Alaska has not only recovered but has grown due…
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Heath care reimbursement practices directly affect proper patient care
Three words describe the world of health care funding – “The Hassle Factor.” The hassle of endless rules,…
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We can’t hide from the values which divide us
On Monday, the City and Borough of Juneau moved one step closer to adopting a revised mining ordinance.…
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Looking out for Juneau’s interests
“The single most important ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how to get along with people.”…
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Labor deserves unemployment benefits increase
Alaska stands at a crossroad. One direction leads to statewide prosperity and a robust economy, while another direction…
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Don’t weaken the most important fishery management legislation we have
In January 2014, I moved to Sitka from New York City. In the NYC kitchens I worked in,…
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City of Juneau’s negotiated deal on AEL&P is a step in the right direction
We applaud the City and Borough of Juneau Assembly for stepping up to the plate on behalf of…
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One senator away from change
We’re all still reeling from the events that unfolded during the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on April 7.…