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Matt Acuña Buxton

Matt Acuña Buxton
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Matt Acuña Buxton is a long-time political reporter who has written for the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner and The Midnight Sun political blog. He also authors the daily politics newsletter, The Alaska Memo, and can frequently be found live-tweeting public meetings on Bluesky.

Statewide Local Elections Rundown

Here is a quick and dirty rundown of what happened at ballot boxes around the state last night.

Alaska GOP Continues Losing Streak

The unavoidable truth is this: when Alaska Republicans actually have to compete for votes, win debates, and motivate people to vote, they lose.

Murkowski’s Choice: Stop Obamacare or Support Planned Parenthood

A new federal budget measure in the House this week could make life tough for Sen. Lisa Murkowski. The bill would restrict funding for...

IEDC Session Argues Protected Lands More Valuable Than Resource Development

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) kicked off their annual conference right here in Anchorage Sunday afternoon. For those not familiar with the IEDC,...

Friday In The Sun (Oct 2)

People In The Sun Short Commute  Gabrielle LeDoux office has a new staffer.  Kalyssa Maile will switch from working for Democrat Sen. Bill Wielechoski to Republican(ish)...

Emails Show Palin Scared Hillary Clinton into LGBT Policy Change

Hillary Clinton vehemently opposed the State Department’s 2010 decision to use “parent one and two” instead of “mother and father” on U.S. passport applications, according to a newly released email from her time in office.

Governor Takes To Radio To Explain Reserves Tax Policy Flip

A little over a month earlier Bannock asked the Governor on his show if he would be pursuing a reserves tax as part of his cal for special session this fall. At that time the Governor said he wouldn't. Listen to the audio to hear the Governor's explanation for why he changed his mind.

LGBT Rights Measure Passes: 4 Things You Need To Know

Last night the Anchorage Assembly passed the LGBT rights ordinance, AO-96, by an overwhelming 9-2 margin with Eagle River assembly members Amy Demboski and Bill Starr voting “no.” Here are 4 things you need to know going forward.

John Weddleton Launches Campaign for Assembly

Here is John Weddleton's Campaign Announcement

Von Imhof Annouces Run For Senate Seat L

In her announcement Natasha Von Imhof says: I am excited to announce my candidacy for Alaska State Senate District L.  I have been considering this...

Anchorage Assembly Takes Up LGBT Rights Measure Tonight, May Vote Tomorrow

The Anchorage Assembly will take up AO-96, the LGBT rights ordinance, at their meeting tonight.  The meeting starts at 5 PM, however, those attending...

Statements From Leaders On Shell Pullout

Here is a list of statements made by elected leaders and those in the industry about Shell's decision to pull out of their off shore oil development in the Chukchi Sea.

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