Dunleavy could take heat from supporters regardless of what he decides. Meyer is at the center of criticism from conservative voters in places like the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, who are unhappy with how last year’s election was conducted.
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Wasilla Rep. Kurka launches bid to challenge Gov. Dunleavy on conservative grounds
In an announcement posted on social media on Monday, Kurka criticized Dunleavy’s health mandates issued early in the pandemic.
Former state Rep. Les Gara becomes fourth candidate for Alaska’s governor
Gara, 58, is the fourth candidate to file for the primary, to be held on Aug. 16, 2022. The others are independent former Gov. Bill Walker, Libertarian Billy Toien and Dunleavy.
Conflicting claims, big money at heart of debate on Alaska’s oil taxes
Supporters say Ballot Measure 1 would fix Alaska’s oil tax law and fill the state’s deficit. But those opposed argue it would lead to less investment in Alaska and jeopardize the state’s economy.
Seven black Alaskans are running for the Legislature — and most are Republicans
Black Republican candidates Marilyn Stewart, Ceezar Martinson, Marcus Sanders, and Stanley Wright are all running for the Alaska House of Representatives in Democratic-leaning districts.
Legislature passes school funding bill, likely averting mass layoff notices to school workers
The last two years, many teachers received layoff notices because the Legislature passed the budget too late for school systems to write their budgets.