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When Stars Malign: Key Figures of Save Anchorage Betray Claims of 'Grassroots' Organization

When Stars Malign: Key Figures of Save Anchorage Betray Claims of 'Grassroots' Organization

John Aronno & The Blue Alaskan Ten years ago, an older man of slight frame and all-but-receded hairline made his way to the dais to testify before the Anchorage Assembly. At issue that night was a fairly benign proposal: universal card check; the requirement for restaurants, bars, and liquor stores

Craig Campbell: 'Beyond the Pale'

Craig Campbell: 'Beyond the Pale'

Alaska's former curmudgeonly Lt. Governor has been a player in Alaskan politics since the 1980s. Supposing circulating rumors pan accurate — Campbell, recently named to David Bronson's transition team last month, will wield significant influence over Anchorage's direction if indeed tapped by Mayor-Elect Bronson to

Muni Lawyers Say “Save Anchorage” Working Hand-In-Hand With AFOM

Muni Lawyers Say “Save Anchorage” Working Hand-In-Hand With AFOM

The Municipality of Anchorage fired shots when they filed their opposition to Alaskans for Open Meetings' Preliminary Injunction motion on November 25. Alaskans For Open Meetings (AFOM) effectively seeks to invalidate Anchorage ordinances enacted in August during the shutdown because the Anchorage Assembly held telephonic and video meetings instead