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People gather for a candlelight vigil for the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg near Dimond Courthouse on Saturday, Sept. 19. People shared remarks about some of Ginsburg’s most famous decisions during the event. Some expressed hopes her seat would not be filled until after Election Day. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: Loyalty to Alaska citizens not to the Republican Party, please

This is not a rush decision to be made in a month before election.

Opinion: Election transparency is right for Alaska

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Opinion: Election transparency is right for Alaska

A message from some North Dakota grandmas.

Opinion: Alaska and America’s very survival are at stake this election year

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Opinion: Alaska and America’s very survival are at stake this election year

There’s only one choice for this Marine and others who treasure our democracy.

Opinion: Let’s honor RBG and shine up our precious democracy

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Opinion: Let’s honor RBG and shine up our precious democracy

We the people can help by voting Yes on 2 on Nov. 3, or as soon as our…

Opinion: Ballot Measure 1 — The Very Fair Share Act

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Opinion: Ballot Measure 1 — The Very Fair Share Act

I am betting the oil industry can afford to pay a greater share.

This Sept. 6, 2020, photo shows mist from Nugget Falls refracting light to create a prism-like effect. “Like many children I watched this summer, mine enjoyed climbing the glacially smoothed rock slopes up to the visitor center or down to the water at Photo Point. And hiking to Nugget Falls,” writes columnist Rich Moniak. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: The river of nostalgia

“Nostalgia ripens with age. It takes years to build a thick catalogue of cherished memories.”

Opinion: Irony and tragedy of COVID-19 response

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Opinion: Irony and tragedy of COVID-19 response

Did our senators ever speak truth to power?

Juneau City Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020. (Peter Segall / Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: Bond package ballot proposition is the right thing to do

It is fair and smart to repair structures that are used by many people throughout Juneau

Opinion: Dispelling myths following court’s decision

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Opinion: Dispelling myths following court’s decision

This case has misunderstood political and financial aspects.

Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan of Alaska sits for an interview Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, at the Peninsula Clarion in Kenai, Alaska. (Photo by Jeff Helminiak/Peninsula Clarion)

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Opinion: What makes an ‘authentic’ Alaskan?

The claims that a candidate isn’t “Alaskan” and unqualified to represent Alaska are a bit tiresome.

Opinion: Race, ethnicity and minority in America today

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Opinion: Race, ethnicity and minority in America today

We are dangerously close to toppling our house.

Sample ballots from the City and Borough of Juneau for the Oct. 6, 2020, municipal election. Voters will be asked to vote on two ballot propositions, one to establish a commission to review the city charter and one issuing $15 million in bonds for infrastructure projects. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: Why I’ll be voting for the bond package

“It is the neglect of timely repair that makes rebuilding necessary.”

Opinion: Alaskans should be honest with each other about budget challenge

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Opinion: Alaskans should be honest with each other about budget challenge

It will take a balanced, three-pronged approach.

Former Gov. Frank Murkowski speaks on a range of subjects during an interview with the Juneau Empire in May 2019. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

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Opinion: Frank Murkowski should endorse Biden to save the Senate

“I don’t expect Joe Biden to be able to repair the Senate by himself.”

Opinion: Alaska State Parks offers open space to meet COVID-19 challenges

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Opinion: Alaska State Parks offers open space to meet COVID-19 challenges

The pandemic has disrupted life for many, and Alaska State Parks is no exception.

Opinion: Unveiling the mistruths about Ballot Measure 1

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Opinion: Unveiling the mistruths about Ballot Measure 1

It’s time for supporters of Ballot Measure 1 to come straight with Alaska.

Opinion: Vote no on Proposition 2 — debt is a 4-letter word

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Opinion: Vote no on Proposition 2 — debt is a 4-letter word

Stay the course and keep reducing our indebtedness.

Opinion: Ballot Measure 1 is not in Southeast Alaska’s best interests

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Opinion: Ballot Measure 1 is not in Southeast Alaska’s best interests

​Think about it, play the long game. Play safe.

Opinion: Why I’m in favor of Ballot Measure 1

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Opinion: Why I’m in favor of Ballot Measure 1

I understand why the oil industry opposes Ballot Measure 1, but why should we?

Opinion: The Fair Share Act is a flawed product for a flawed premise

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Opinion: The Fair Share Act is a flawed product for a flawed premise

Examining supporters’ claims.