Alaska State House District 16

“Thank you for the honor of representing our community. Over the last two years, I've worked to bring people together and focus on practical solutions rather than partisan politics. Some of the results of that work include:” (Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet)

“The next legislature must make additional investments in public education, provide affordable childcare and early education options, and make energy costs affordable. Most importantly, we must pass a long-term fiscal plan to avoid boom-and-bust cycles and create economic stability and growth. I would appreciate your vote in the November 3rd election. If you have questions, please reach out anytime at 907-310-0753.” (Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet)

“In Juneau, I've fought for the priorities our community cares about most: fully funding public education, protecting affordable housing, and making sure working families have the opportunities they need to thrive.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

“For the past several years the Community has requested financial assistance from the Legislature to address these critical needs and have been ignored. I am a fighter and will do my very best to obtain resources to resolve these important issues. Affordability for Alaskans should be addressed and ways to reduce the cost of freight (which increases the cost of food and everything else) should be aggressively pursued.” (Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet)

“The high cost of energy which is draining household and business budgets should also be tackled. The proposed LNG gas line could reduce the cost of energy but my opponent voted against it. Liz supports responsible development of natural resources which will provide additional income for the state but will aggressively pursue more accountability and transparency in state expenditures.” (Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet)

“The Republicans vote the party line and when they win the corporations get great benefits. The Democrats vote for their party and when they win we get more government. This is because of the caucuses that give power to one party or the other. Who represents you? We could save a lot of money if our representatives voted for what was important to the people they represent. Every time I ask why the State over spent, the answer is because I had to go with the caucus.” (Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet)

“This leads to over spending. When was the last time the State spent less than the State income? I will focus on a budget that will not steal the state union retirements or the PFD. I believe that we need to start educating our children and not building up the school systems. The legislators have overspent consistently and what is there to show for it. Now they want the PFD, but it would do better in the hands of the people to stimulate our economy.” (Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet)

“It is also important to think about the Cook Inlet Energy problems. Finally, there is the Spenard quality of life. The homeless tend to take up a lot of the budget and we have increased crime. Our police have higher priorities than to address theft. For your vote, I will do my best to support all the members of the community and do what is best for the people of District 16.” (Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet)