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Opinion: Supporting health degree programs is a smart investment

For Alaskans ready to start a career or return to work, this is a unique opportunity.

  • Oct 24, 2020
  • Jared C. Kosin, J.D., M.B.A., president and CEO of the Alaska State Hospital and Nursing Home Association
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Sen. Peter Micciche (R-Soldotna) listens to testimony in Juneau, Alaska in this undated photo. (Photo courtesy of Peter Micciche)

Voices of the Peninsula: Ballot Measure 1 is a race to the bottom

Now is literally the worst time to pass an experimental new tax scheme.

  • Oct 24, 2020
  • By Sen. Peter Micciche
Sen. Peter Micciche (R-Soldotna) listens to testimony in Juneau, Alaska in this undated photo. (Photo courtesy of Peter Micciche)
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Keep Alaskans out of the COVID-19 ditch this winter

For those who require care on a ventilator in the ICU, more than a third of people die.

  • Oct 22, 2020
  • By Michael Bernstein, M.D., and Preston M. Simmons, DSc, FACHE
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A justice who adheres to constitutional principles

I strongly call for retaining Justice Susan Carney as an independent jurist

  • Oct 22, 2020
  • Maida Buckley
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Kelly Tshibaka (courtesy photo)

With Sullivan in D.C., Alaska can be 1st again

Sen. Sullivan understands Alaskans and will continue to serve us well in D.C.

  • Oct 22, 2020
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Mia Costello is a senator in the Alaska Legislature representing Senate District K – West Anchorage. (Courtesy photo)

Alaska Voices: Amy Coney Barrett should be confirmed by the Senate

Her qualifications for the job are obvious and unquestioned.

  • Oct 21, 2020
  • By Mia Costello
Mia Costello is a senator in the Alaska Legislature representing Senate District K – West Anchorage. (Courtesy photo)
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Alaska Voices: The importance of an independent Alaska judiciary

Our civic discourse and the orderly process by which we self-govern is at risk.

  • Oct 20, 2020
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Opinion: Attorneys general: Retain Justice Susan Carney

Carney has served the people of this state with distinction.

  • Oct 20, 2020
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Voices of the Peninsula: Voting matters

Be prepared when you fill out your ballot.

  • Oct 20, 2020
  • — Alex Koplin, Homer
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Alaska Voices: Vote for an independent who will work to build unity

Dr. Al is ready to take on Washington.

  • Oct 19, 2020
  • By Tony Knowles
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Sen. Peter Micciche (R-Soldotna) listens to testimony in Juneau, Alaska in this undated photo. (Photo courtesy of Peter Micciche)

Voices of the Peninsula: Don’t fix what isn’t broken

Vote “no” on Ballot Measure 2

  • Oct 19, 2020
  • Alaska Sen. Peter Micciche
Sen. Peter Micciche (R-Soldotna) listens to testimony in Juneau, Alaska in this undated photo. (Photo courtesy of Peter Micciche)
In this 2007 file photo, an oil transit pipeline runs across the tundra to flow station at the Prudhoe Bay oil field on Alaska’s North Slope. (AP Photo/Al Grillo, File)

Alaska Voices: Ballot Measure 1 makes important improvements

Our current tax policy is flawed in several respects and should be amended and improved.

  • Oct 19, 2020
  • By Ken Alper
In this 2007 file photo, an oil transit pipeline runs across the tundra to flow station at the Prudhoe Bay oil field on Alaska’s North Slope. (AP Photo/Al Grillo, File)
Dr. Patricia Auerbach is chief medical officer at UnitedHealthcare of Alaska. (courtesy photo)

Alaska Voices: Flu vs. COVID-19: Tips on prevention and telling the difference

Given the impact of COVID-19, reducing spread of respiratory illnesses, like the flu, is critical

  • Oct 19, 2020
Dr. Patricia Auerbach is chief medical officer at UnitedHealthcare of Alaska. (courtesy photo)
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Alaska Voices: Vote to retain Justice Susan Carney

Justice Carney has devoted her entire career to public service.

  • Oct 19, 2020
  • Amanda Metivier Barb Malchick
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The commerical fishing fleet is seen from Pacific Star Seafoods in Kenai, Alaska, on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. (Photo by Jeff Helminiak/Peninsula Clarion)

A vote for Gross is a vote for Alaska

I always “vote fish” — to me that means voting for healthy oceans and thriving coastal communities.

  • Oct 19, 2020
  • Laine Welch
The commerical fishing fleet is seen from Pacific Star Seafoods in Kenai, Alaska, on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. (Photo by Jeff Helminiak/Peninsula Clarion)
Kim Reitmeier, executive director of the ANCSA Regional Association (courtesy photo)

Alaska Voices: Ballot Measure 1 to cost thousands of jobs, billions in economic harm

Ballot Measure 1 is not the way forward for Alaskan jobs or families.

  • Oct 14, 2020
  • By Kim Reitmeier
Kim Reitmeier, executive director of the ANCSA Regional Association (courtesy photo)
Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources Corri A. Feige.

Opinion: Thank you, wildland firefighters!

This fall marks the end of a well-below-average fire season in Alaska.

  • Oct 13, 2020
  • By Corri A. Feige
Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources Corri A. Feige.
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Alaska Voices: Will America’s democracy die?

The most significant factor weakening democracy is buildup of rigid hatred between political parties

  • Oct 12, 2020
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The Capitol building in Juneau, Alaska. (Peter Segall | Juneau Empire File)

Alaska Voices: Show us the money

Interactive website allows citizens, candidates to build real budgets

  • Oct 12, 2020
  • By: Cheryl Frasca and Eric Wohlforth
The Capitol building in Juneau, Alaska. (Peter Segall | Juneau Empire File)
Les Gara (courtesy photo)

Opinion: A vote for Ballot Measure 1 is a vote for Alaska

Ballot Measure 1 says we don’t have to live with self-inflicted poverty.

  • Oct 10, 2020
  • Les Gara
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