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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:
Mark Begich on Principles & Values
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Democratic Jr Senator:
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- Created Northern Compass Group: consulting on Alaska issues. (May 2015)
- Democrats advertise Stevens’ calls secretly recorded by FBI. (Oct 2008)
- Reputation as mayor for getting things done. (Sep 2008)
- Served 10 years on Anchorage Assembly and 5 years as Mayor. (Apr 2008)
- Voted YES on confirming of Sonia Sotomayor to Supreme Court. (Aug 2009)
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Mike Chenault on Principles & Values
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| Republican Candidate for governor of Alaska:
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Mike Dunleavy on Principles & Values
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Republican candidate for governor of Alaska:
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- Alaskans are a different breed: we don't run and hide. (Jan 2021)
- We are Alaska, envy of the world. (Jan 2020)
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Charlie Huggins on Principles & Values
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| Republican candidate for governor of Alaska:
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Sean Parnell on Principles & Values
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Republican Governor:
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- Americans are moving North to the Future. (Jan 2013)
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Mead Treadwell on Principles & Values
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Republican Lt. Governor:
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- Involved in Alaska state politics since 1978. (Nov 2013)
- Combine God and Alaska into pioneer spirit. (Dec 2010)
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Bill Walker on Principles & Values
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Independent Governor:
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- Unity ticket: running as Independent with Democrat Lt. Gov. (Aug 2018)
- Cancer survivor after routine prostrate cancer screening. (Jan 2017)
- Don't panic when times are tough; make a plan. (Jan 2015)
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Senate:
AK 2022: 2022 AK Senate race
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Edgar Blatchford on Principles & Values
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| Democratic Senate Challenger:
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Al Gross on Principles & Values
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Independent 2020 Senate Challenger:
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- I fought grizzly bears, so I'm ready for Washington. (Nov 2019)
- Independent endorsed by state Democratic Party. (Sep 2019)
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Thomas Lamb on Principles & Values
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| Republican Senate candidate:
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Ray Metcalfe on Principles & Values
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Democratic candidate for Senate:
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- 1986: Formed Moderate Party to oppose religious right in GOP. (Nov 2016)
- Don't use religion to justify discrimination. (Jun 2013)
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Joe Miller on Principles & Values
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Challenger and previous Republican Nominee:
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- I am a limited government constitutionalist. (Nov 2016)
- We created greatest Republic by looking to God for wisdom. (Nov 2016)
- OpEd: Murkowski should be challenged by a real conservative. (Jan 2016)
- Judeo-Christian values established our government framework. (Jul 2014)
- Only main contender for AK Senate who isn't a millionaire. (Feb 2014)
- "I was beyond stupid" to rig poll with colleagues' computers. (Oct 2010)
- Member of the Tea Party movement. (Aug 2010)
- Supports Judeo-Christian framework of morality. (Nov 2016)
- Supports religious liberty and sees it at risk. (Nov 2016)
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Cean Stevens on Principles & Values
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Libertarian Senate candidate:
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- I am running to make things happen. (Oct 2014)
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Dan Sullivan on Principles & Values
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Republican Senator:
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- Met Native Alaskan wife while working for Sen. Ted Stevens. (Mar 2014)
- Personal wealth between $1.6M and $3.8M, in family business. (Feb 2014)
- AdWatch: I love my state; I hate politicians. (Feb 2014)
- Website and campaign refuse to spell out issue positions. (Jan 2014)
- Involved in Alaska state politics since 1990. (Nov 2013)
- I am blessed & all Alaskans are blessed. (Oct 2013)
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Mead Treadwell on Principles & Values
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Republican Challenger:
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- Involved in Alaska state politics since 1978. (Nov 2013)
- Combine God and Alaska into pioneer spirit. (Dec 2010)
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Don Young on Principles & Values
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Republican Representative (AK-At-Large):
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- Religious affiliation: Episcopalian. (Nov 2000)
- Recognize Christianity's importance to western civilization. (Dec 2007)
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Frank Murkowski on Principles & Values
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Republican AK Governor; previously Senator:
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- Rejected Sarah Palin for Senate, in favor of his daughter. (Nov 2009)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Republican Leadership Council. (Jan 2001)
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Tony Knowles on Principles & Values
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Former Democratic Governor (1994-2002):
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- Raise the level of conversation in political debates. (Nov 2006)
- Religious political beliefs are part of freedom of speech. (Oct 2006)
- Didn’t make nepotism an issue in this campaign. (Oct 2004)
- Should’ve gotten subsistence on the ballot as an issue. (Oct 2004)
- Religious affiliation: Nondenominational. (Nov 2000)
- Member of Democratic Governors Association. (Aug 2001)
- Member, National Governors Association/Economic Development. (Jan 2001)
- Member of the Western Governors' Association. (Aug 2001)
- by MoveOn, for moderate progressive principles. (Sep 2004)
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Sarah Palin on Principles & Values
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Republican Governor (AK); 2008 nominee for Vice President:
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- Don't rebrand the party; rebuild the country. (Mar 2013)
- Mayor is like community organizer but actually responsible. (Nov 2011)
- Troopergate's one merited charge: shot moose without permit. (Sep 2011)
- OpEd: Won election as fresh, feisty, girl-next-door. (Sep 2011)
- 2008: TrooperGate replacement asked to resign for harassment. (Sep 2011)
- OpEd: Her energy is the fuel of grassroots politics. (Jan 2011)
- "Mama Grizzlies": tough candidates also raising families. (Nov 2010)
- Tea Partiers love America & dislike what's happening to her. (Nov 2010)
- American exceptionalism based on idea of right to be free. (Nov 2010)
- Elites in "lame stream media" consider Americans alien. (Nov 2010)
- I label myself a "Commonsense Constitutional Conservative". (Nov 2010)
- McCain is a genuine American hero for enduring Vietnam. (Nov 2010)
- Everything worthwhile comes through effort. (Nov 2010)
- OpEd: Rural roots treated harshly by urban elite. (Sep 2010)
- Competitive GOP primaries are good for voters, not civil war. (Feb 2010)
- I'm a big supporter of the Tea Party movement. (Feb 2010)
- Republican Party should absorb Tea Party movement. (Feb 2010)
- Support those who understand the foundation of our country. (Feb 2010)
- Tea Party is not just hard-core registered Republicans. (Feb 2010)
- 2008: Unruffled throughout process because "It's God's plan". (Jan 2010)
- Resigned because relentless tabloidizing prevented work. (Nov 2009)
- OpEd: Darling of the Democrats for taking on GOP incumbent. (Nov 2009)
- Dressed up as Tina Fey before Saturday Night Live show. (Nov 2009)
- Commonsense Conservative: respect for history & tradition. (Nov 2009)
- Followed Reagan's advice of sticking to core agenda. (Nov 2009)
- FactCheck: Autobiography sounds like presidential ambition. (Nov 2009)
- OpEd: Press accused all of Palin's family of iniquities. (Nov 2009)
- Named first female GOP VP candidate on suffrage anniversary. (Oct 2008)
- By working with all parties, never had to compromise. (Oct 2008)
- Admires Geraldine Ferraro & George Bush Sr. (Oct 2008)
- Favorite movie: “Hoosiers”, for underdog tenacity. (Oct 2008)
- Shares McCain world view of US as shining city on the hill. (Oct 2008)
- Officiated a marriage in the aisle of Wal-Mart. (Sep 2008)
- OpEd: Vetting process for V.P. included no one in Alaska. (Sep 2008)
- Proud of being a Washington outsider. (Sep 2008)
- Good-old-boy networks are created by both parties. (Sep 2008)
- Americans are just getting sick & tired of politics as usual. (Sep 2008)
- When I hear our National Anthem, I get a lump in my throat. (Sep 2008)
- Came of age in the era of Reagan; thinks about him daily. (Sep 2008)
- There is a plan for this world and that plan is for good. (Sep 2008)
- Small towns produced Harry Truman as V.P.; and produced me. (Sep 2008)
- OpEd: shores up McCain as a conservative AND as a maverick. (Sep 2008)
- Before selection, questioned role of vice president. (Sep 2008)
- Gained political prominence as a whistleblower. (Aug 2008)
- Shatter that glass ceiling once and for all. (Aug 2008)
- Leadership is a responsibility to prepare for tomorrow. (Jan 2008)
- Decries “politics as usual” of attacking opponents. (Nov 2006)
- Endorsed by United Fishermen of Alaska (commercial group). (Oct 2006)
Mayorship & Governorship
- 2002: Ran for Lieutenant Governor; came in close second. (Sep 2011)
- 2006 & 2008: Addressed convention of secessionist AIP. (Sep 2011)
- Fought each Xmas as mayor to keep Jesus manger in Wasilla. (Nov 2010)
- Let's not be afraid of contested primaries. (Feb 2010)
- Even before nomination, "Most popular governor in America". (Jan 2010)
- 2005 gubernatorial race: Ambition drives; purpose beckons. (Nov 2009)
- 2002: Ran for governor to take on political back-scratching. (Nov 2009)
- 2002: Lost unenergetic campaign for lieutenant governor. (Nov 2009)
- 2006 ad campaign: Little House on the Tundra. (Nov 2009)
- Known to Wasilla residents as personable multi-tasker. (Sep 2008)
- Embraced “City of Character” religious program as mayor. (Sep 2008)
- Underestimating Sarah always proved to be a big mistake. (Sep 2008)
- Signed up for PTA; then ran for City Council; then Mayor. (Sep 2008)
- Trounced incumbent governor in 2006 on platform of reform. (Aug 2008)
- Top priorities for AK include ethics & balanced budget. (Mar 2007)
- Endorsed by Sen. Ted Stevens. (Oct 2006)
McCain Campaign
- Resounding response to 2008 nomination: "Who?". (Jun 2014)
- OpEd: McCain's moribund campaign pulsed with Sarah's energy. (Sep 2011)
- 2008 V.P. debate sparked more curiosity than substance. (Oct 2010)
- OpEd: Palin made most sense in election about change. (Sep 2010)
- Katie Couric interviews were edited to show worst moments. (Nov 2009)
- Election day speech: thank you for honor of a lifetime. (Nov 2009)
- McCain chose me to shake things up. (Nov 2009)
Personal History
- Son, Track, so named because born during spring track season. (Nov 2009)
- Father rejected Hollywood upbringing for sports & outdoor. (Nov 2009)
- Family moved to Alaska when Sarah was an infant. (Nov 2009)
- First interest in politics was Watergate, at age 10. (Nov 2009)
- Invaluable life lessons from running a 3:59 marathon. (Nov 2009)
- Fell for Todd at first sight; clinched when he was baptized. (Nov 2009)
- Proud of Bristol but not happy that she's an unwed teen mom. (Nov 2009)
- Sarah Heath born in Idaho; moved to Alaska at age 2 months. (Sep 2008)
- Entered beauty contests to help pay for college. (Sep 2008)
- Family emphasized education; read newspapers as child. (Sep 2008)
- Miss Congeniality in statewide beauty pageant in 1984. (Aug 2008)
- Star high school athlete in Fellowship of Christian Athletes. (Aug 2008)
- Voted “Miss Wasilla” in local beauty contest; eloped at 24. (Aug 2008)
- Husband left oil job to avoid conflict; now works for BP. (Aug 2008)
- Husband is part Eskimo; won Iron Dog snowmobile races. (Aug 2008)
- Raises kids with network of relatives, plus Todd as Mr. Mom. (Aug 2008)
- Had 6 months to adapt & prepare for Down syndrome baby. (Aug 2008)
- Studied journalism; ran for office to make a difference. (Aug 2008)
Religion
- Duck Dynasty: fired for expressing devout Christian views. (Mar 2014)
- As child, joined "Missionettes" at Assembly of God church. (Sep 2011)
- OpEd: Feels called by God; chosen to do certain things. (Sep 2011)
- We are free as consequence of being made in image of God. (Nov 2010)
- We are a prayerful country. (Nov 2010)
- Member of Pentecostal church; world's fastest-growing church. (Sep 2010)
- Raised as Assembly of God member; then nondenominational. (Nov 2009)
- Decided at youth camp to put life into God's hands. (Nov 2009)
- OpEd: Core values defined by political ambition plus church. (Sep 2008)
- I’m one of those bitter people clinging to guns & religion. (Sep 2008)
- Religion: non-denominational Bible-believing Christian. (Aug 2008)
- Declare a National Day of Prayer in Alaska. (Apr 2008)
- The Bible has profoundly influenced America. (Oct 2007)
- Recognize America’s historic and founding Christian heritage. (Sep 2007)
- Fight for freedom of religion and freedom of expression. (Oct 2006)
Troopergate
- Relieved when sister Molly divorced state trooper husband. (Nov 2009)
- OpEd: Popularity hurt by Troopergate and at-home per-diem. (Sep 2008)
- Troopergate: brother-in-law tasered child, but still trooper. (Sep 2008)
- Fired controversial state trooper for threatening family. (Aug 2008)
- Investigated for firing ex-brother-in-law in custody battle. (Aug 2008)
- Independent prosecutor probing Cabinet firing. (Jul 2008)
- Replaced Public Safety commissioner based on lack of results. (Jul 2008)
- Denies all allegations in Department of Public Safety affair. (Jul 2008)
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Jim Sykes on Principles & Values
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2004 former Green challenger:
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- Qualified candidates for Senate deserve to be heard equally. (Oct 2004)
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Frank Vondersaar on Principles & Values
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| Democrat Challenger (2002; and lost 2010 primary):
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Dave Cuddy on Principles & Values
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Scott McAdams on Principles & Values
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2010 Democratic Challenger:
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- OpEd: consensus builder who understands needs of Southeast. (Oct 2010)
- No outside interest should impede where we pray. (Aug 2010)
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Frank Murkowski on Principles & Values
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Republican AK Governor; previously Senator:
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- Rejected Sarah Palin for Senate, in favor of his daughter. (Nov 2009)
- Religious affiliation: Catholic. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Republican Leadership Council. (Jan 2001)
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Rick Sikma on Principles & Values
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| Republican Senate Challenger:
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Ted Stevens on Principles & Values
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Republican Sr Senator (AK):
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- Survived 1978 plane crash that killed his first wife. (Nov 2010)
- Accepted gifts from oil services company. (Nov 2010)
- Calls secretly recorded by FBI played at corruption trial. (Oct 2008)
- Uncle Ted voted “Alaskan of the century”. (Sep 2008)
- Under investigation by IRS; home searched by FBI in 2007. (Jul 2008)
- Voted with Republican Party 81.6% of 310 votes. (Sep 2007)
- Voted YES on confirming Samuel Alito as Supreme Court Justice. (Jan 2006)
- Voted YES on confirming John Roberts for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. (Sep 2005)
- Religious affiliation: Episcopalian. (Nov 2000)
- Member of the Republican Main Street Partnership . (Jan 2001)
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Mark Begich on Principles & Values
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Democratic Jr Senator:
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- Created Northern Compass Group: consulting on Alaska issues. (May 2015)
- Democrats advertise Stevens’ calls secretly recorded by FBI. (Oct 2008)
- Reputation as mayor for getting things done. (Sep 2008)
- Served 10 years on Anchorage Assembly and 5 years as Mayor. (Apr 2008)
- Voted YES on confirming of Sonia Sotomayor to Supreme Court. (Aug 2009)
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Lisa Murkowski on Principles & Values
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Independent Sr Senator (AK):
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- I will remain a Republican & will keep committee seniority. (Oct 2010)
- Aligned with Alaskans; not aligned with party positions. (Sep 2010)
- Not conservative enough for Tea Party, but I am for Alaska. (Sep 2010)
- Running against Tea Party to give Alaskans a choice. (Sep 2010)
- Voted with Republican Party 80.6% of 319 votes. (Sep 2007)
- Didn’t ask Alaskans to accept father’s appointment to Senate. (Oct 2004)
- Didn’t check before sending thousands of campaign e-mails. (Oct 2004)
- Keep “God” in Pledge & prohibit flag burning. (Aug 2004)
- Voted NO on confirming of Sonia Sotomayor to Supreme Court. (Aug 2009)
- Voted YES on confirming Samuel Alito as Supreme Court Justice. (Jan 2006)
- Voted YES on confirming John Roberts for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. (Sep 2005)
- Rated C by the Club for Growth, pro-growth but not targeted. (Sep 2004)
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Kelly Tshibaka on Principles & Values
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Republican Challenger:
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- Trump impeachment: opponent "out of touch" for supporting. (Mar 2021)
- Name pronounced like Star Wars character Chewbacca. (Mar 2021)
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Vic Vickers on Principles & Values
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