Elections Archives

Alaskans To Decide On Constitutional Convention

Annie Feidt, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage - October 25, 2012

On the November ballot, Alaskan’s will vote on whether the state should hold a convention to amend or revise the constitution. The state constitution requires that the question appear on the ballot every 10 years.

District 6 Candidates Battle For Mat-Su Valley Seat

Ellen Lockyer, Alaska Public Media - October 25, 2012

A newcomer to the Matanuska Valley political scene is challenging House District 6 incumbent Republican Eric Feige for his seat in the legislature. Feige, a professional airplane pilot with one House term under his belt, is a self-styled “conservative voice” for the district. His Democratic opponent, Jamey Duhamel, has spent the last year or so working for an anti-coal citizens’ group. But both candidates agree: energy is the big issue.

Kayhi Students Host District 33 Candidate Forum

Sarah Cuiksa, KRBD - Ketchikan - October 25, 2012

Republican Peggy Wilson, Democrat Matt Olson and Independent Kyle Johansen found themselves on Ketchikan High School’s auditorium stage for a forum Wednesday night. It wasn’t local media or city organizations moderating the question-and-answer session, but rather, Kayhi student body leaders.

Stedman Fund-Raising Twice Kookesh Total

Ed Schoenfeld, CoastAlaska - Juneau - October 24, 2012

There’s a significant fund-raising gap between the two incumbents fighting to represent a new Southeast Senate district. CoastAlaska’s Ed Schoenfeld takes a look at some of the details of the District Q race. It’s the first of four reports on campaign financing in the region.

Young, Cissna Participate In Fairbanks Forum

Dan Bross, KUAC - Fairbanks - October 23, 2012

Long time U.S. House incumbent Republican Don Young and Democratic challenger Sharon Cissna took part in a forum in Fairbanks last week. The candidates highlighted some key priorities and shared differing views on issues ranging from resource development to health care.

Voters To Decide On Transportation Bond Proposition

Annie Feidt, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage - October 22, 2012

On Nov. 6, Alaskans will vote on a bond proposition that would allow the state to borrow close to half a billion dollars for transportation related projects around the state.

APOC Staff Recommend Waiving Fine Against Bell, Decision Expected Tuesday

Daysha Eaton, KMXT - Kodiak - October 22, 2012

Alaska Public Offices Commission staff say that Alaska State Senate Candidate Bob Bell violated campaign finance reporting law. But they are recommending that the fine against Bell be waived.

Don Young Eyeing Record 21st Term

Peter Granitz, NPR- Washington DC - October 18, 2012

Representative Don Young is running for his 21st term in Congress. He’s running against long-shot candidate Sharon Cissna, If Young wins reelection, he doesn't plan on changing his legislative ways.

Obama Raises More Alaska Money than Romney

Peter Granitz, NPR- Washington DC - October 17, 2012

Few people doubt Alaska will cast its three electoral votes for Republican Mitt Romney. But, President Barack Obama is out raising the former Massachusetts Governor in the state.

Stedman, Kookesh Discuss Senate District Q Race

Leila Kheiry, KRBD - Ketchikan - October 17, 2012

Due to the state’s recent redistricting, which changed legislative boundaries throughout Alaska, two incumbent Southeast Alaska senators are vying for the same seat.

Cissna Challenging Young For U.S. House Seat

Peter Granitz, NPR- Washington DC - October 16, 2012

Election Day is three weeks from today. Neither of Alaska’s U.S. Senators is up for reelection this term. But there is one statewide race, that hasn’t received much attention. APRN’s Peter Granitz reports on Democrat Sharon Cissna’s uphill bid to unseat Representative Don Young, and what it means for her party in Alaska.

Two Paths To The Political Future Offered In Chamber Forum

Robert Woolsey, KCAW - Sitka - October 16, 2012

The two candidates for the newly-created legislative district that represents Sitka, Haines, Hoonah and Angoon, met in Sitka last week in a forum sponsored by the city’s Chamber of Commerce.

Watch the Presidential Debate and Chat Live with NPR Correspondents

slavik - October 16, 2012

Want to chat with other viewers and NPR correspondents about what you're hearing and seeing during the debate? What questions would you ask the candidates? From 5-7pm, Click Here to watch PBS Newshour live online and chat with other local viewers. The Presidential Debate: Hofstra University airs live on KSKA 91.1 from 5-7pm, here on the live PBS Newshour feed, and a delayed broadcast on Alaska Public Television at 8pm.

Election 2012

Kristin Spack - October 11, 2012

Listen to live coverage from election central at the Dena'ina Center in Anchorage 9:00 - 11:00 pm. Candidates, local analysts and APRN reporters from around the state join hosts Steve Heimel and Peter Granitz to discuss Alaska's election results and national outcomes. Listen on KSKA FM 91.1 and APRN member stations statewide. Voter Resources:

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