Trump’s proclamation doubles down on fight for school choice
Tragically, for decades, disastrous Federal education policy led to record-low reading and math scores and out-of-control Government spending. America's Golden Age begins in the classroom. For that reason, I have made it a top priority to expand educational
OPINION: Alaska’s next governor must be able to lead amid national turmoil
Some argue Alaska can ignore national turmoil. That’s a mistake. We depend on Constitutional clarity between state and federal authority, neutral enforcement of law and order, public trust in elections and courts and leaders willing to confront - not
Alaska Supreme Court to decide whether religious groups can be taxed
On Jan. 21, the Alaska Supreme Court hears oral arguments in a case involving a dispute over whether local municipalities can tax religious
Alaska bills would give counselors access to gender-confused kids without parent consent
Alaska bills seek to let minors consent to mental health sessions without any parental knowledge. This would include sessions that deal with topics like gender-identity and sexual
Alaska Family Council signs letter urging Trump keep Hyde ban on taxpayer funded abortions
Alaska Family Council was privileged to join other pro-family groups across the nation in submitting a letter today to President Trump and other DC leaders to ensure that taxpayer dollars are not used to fund abortions. Please pray that as the U.S Senate
Alaska’s former Chief Medical Officer joins national group to undermine vax critics
Since stepping down as Alaska’s Chief Medical Officer in 2024, Dr. Anne Zink has been busy on the national stage working to undermine those who point out serious concerns about vaccine
Will Alaska’s $272M health award be a feeding frenzy for leftist nonprofits?
Since Alaska’s nonprofit landscape is inundated with hard-leftist entities that will undoubtedly apply for this money, it is critical that Alaska’s health commissioner and the advisory council carefully vet the incoming wave of applications to ensure this
BOB BIRD: We have entered World War III – or is it World War V?
There is blame enough to go around for everyone, and not just the politicians. Our collective opinions, indifference or misguided actions are all part of the equation. I only wish Donald Trump was not running against himself. His campaign promises to END
OPINION: Sen. Giessel forsook conservatives and needs a strong challenger in 2026
For years, many in this district supported Senator Cathy Giessel because she presented herself as a conservative voice grounded in common-sense values. Yet time and again, she has chosen to align herself with policies and political alliances that conflict
‘Who Hates Dave?’ – AK governor candidate’s edgy podcast engages his haters
The “Who Hates Dave” podcast posted its first episode on Jan. 8 with the aim of letting Bronson’s critics air both their questions and insults while giving him a chance to respond. When asked why he thought that was a good idea, Bronson admitted that
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