Archive for the ‘Ethan Berkowitz’
Another Hat in the Ring for Alaska Governor
It’s finally official. Today, Democrat Ethan Berkowitz has tossed his hat in the ring to run for Governor of Alaska in 2010 by submitting his letter of intent with the Alaska Public Offices Commission. Berkowitz was unsuccessful in his attempt to knock Alaska’s lone congressman Don Young off his perch in 2008, although polls showed [...]
Organizing for America Rally in Anchorage
About 200 supporters of health care reform showed up at Romig Middle School Thursday night to send a message to Alaska’s Senators. Alaskans want real reform, now. Soon to be gubernatorial candidate Ethan Berkowitz was there, in addition to Rep. Sharon Cissna, Senator Johnny Ellis, Shawna Thoma from Mark Begich’s Anchorage office, and others I’m [...]
Sarah Palin – On to a “Higher Calling”
It’s Quittin’ Time here in Alaska. Yes, according to our almost former executive-in-chief, we’re yesterdays news. Tossed like an old banana peel on the compost pile of past political ambition. Cast off like an old peep-toe pump with a broken heel. Jilted. So, why are we so happy? It’s kind of like being dumped [...]
Palin Hands Alaska to the Dems?
Is it true? She said she was doing the best thing for Alaska when she quit, and by gum, she just might be right! The soon-to-be official resignation of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) could hand Democrats a legitimate pickup opportunity, according to a recent poll in the Last Frontier obtained by the Fix. The [...]
Anchorage Speaks Out Against Palin’s Rejection of Stimulus Money.
It’s been a while since a bunch of hopping mad Alaskans gathered with signs to protest the actions of our governor. But today, at 9:30 in the morning in the bitter cold, hundreds showed up to wave signs, mingle with legislators, pack the Assembly chambers, give public testimony and send a message loud and clear [...]
Pick Your House Candidate for 2010!
Even though the election has only just finished, and we haven’t even started the new administration yet, some Alaskans (including myself) are already champing at the bit for 2010. Think of the possibilities! Don Young will be up at bat again for his TWENTIETH term. Each successive election has whittled away at Young’s inevitability, and [...]
Republicans Oust Don Young from Top Spot in Resources Committee.
Are you ready for a Mudflats cloud quiz? OK. It’s short, so don’t worry. All you have to do is match up the Alaska lawmaker with the quote. Ready? A) ”I still see the day when I can remove the cloud that currently surrounds me.” B) “I am confident that the cloud that hangs over [...]
