Ballot measure one is a hotly contested initiative that has divided Alaskans over what may sound like a simple request-stand for salmon. But it’s a complex question that’s pitting environmental groups against mining and oil companies. So what does a yes or no vote mean? Both sides claim that if they lose, the results could be disastrous, but what’s really at stake?
HOST: Lori Townsend
GUESTS:
- Carly Weir, executive director – Cook Inletkeeper
- Kara Moriarty, President and CEO – Alaska Oil and Gas Association
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LIVE Broadcast:Â Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. on APRN stations statewide.
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Lori Townsend is the news director and senior host for Alaska Public Media. You can send her news tips and program ideas for Talk of Alaska and Alaska Insight at ltownsend@alaskapublic.org or call 907-550-8452.
