“What I’m trying to do is not win elections. I am just trying to do the best that I can for Alaskans,” Murkowski told reporters, defending her vote for President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill.
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Juneau could become first major Alaska city to adopt ranked choice voting for local elections
Supporters of the system say it helps reduce political polarization and fosters bipartisanship. Opposition predominantly comes from Alaska conservatives, who argue it makes voting unnecessarily complicated.
Bonds to upgrade Juneau’s schools and wastewater system rejected by Assembly
The bonds would have helped fund critical repairs and upgrades to Juneau’s schools and the city’s water and sewer systems. Officials say the updates are sorely needed.
A seasonal sales tax question will be on Juneau’s October ballot
The change is meant to capitalize on the 1.7 million cruise ship visitors that come to town each summer.
Small pool of candidates file to run in Juneau’s local election this fall
Four candidates are running for three open Assembly and four candidates are running for three open school board seats.
In high-stakes U.S. House lawsuit, Alaska Supreme Court split on the definition of ‘fifth’
The decision means Alaskans would almost always be presented with four options in the November general election for statewide races.