Carrie Harris
com. Occupation: Homesteader. Education: Mineral Area College in Park Hills, Missouri. Public service: Appointed Member, Homer Cannabis Advisory Commission.
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“I'm Carrie Harris. I've been an Alaskan since 1999, living in Anchorage and Juneau before moving to Homer in 2014 and Anchor Point in 2015. I'm running because Alaskans deserve true representation. Too many people talk about the state as if it's something separate from us, but we are the state. The government we set up should reflect the will of the people.”
(Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet) “When 74% of Alaskans say they want trawl gear removed from our waters and nothing happens, that's not just a policy disagreement. That's a system consciously putting itself above the people, and if allowed to continue, it will never represent us. My priorities are straightforward: remove trawl gear from state waters, protect the PFD by putting the formula into the Constitution, cut wasteful spending, and move the capital to the road system.”
(Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet) “Crucially, I will fiercely defend Alaskans' fundamental right to privacy. Your personal data, movements, and private information belong to you, not the government. I will fight to ban warrantless biometric surveillance, halt intrusive data collection, and block continuous digital tracking of lawabiding citizens. I'm running to represent the people of my Senate district and the State of Alaska. I'm running so the people remember exactly who the government works for.”
(Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet)Heath Smith
com. Professional background: 28 year career with UPS. Heath Smith is a Republican candidate for Alaska State Senate District C on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot.
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“I am running for State Senate because I believe Alaska's best days can still be ahead of us--but only if we are honest about what isn't working and willing to try a different approach. For too long, we have seen the same arguments, the same gridlock, and the same short-term thinking from many of the same people. Those failed approaches have left families, businesses, and communities without the stability they need to plan for the future. It is time for new people to step up and tackle these issues with fresh energy and a commitment to results, not election-year promises.”
(Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet) “I will work to restore trust in government's outcomes through transparency, responsible budgeting, and clear priorities. That means focusing on a fiscal plan that instills confidence in how our essential services are provided, while protecting the Permanent Fund and the Dividend. We cannot keep kicking hard decisions down the road, or relying on international conflicts and temporary windfalls, to fund Alaskans' important needs and call that leadership.”
(Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet) “I believe in an Alaska where our kids and grandkids can build their lives here at home, where small businesses can grow, and where our natural resources are managed wisely to provide lasting opportunity. I will work constructively with others in Juneau who are serious about solving problems and delivering meaningful results to Alaskans. My promise: be accessible, listen, and make decisions that reflect my commitment to our future.”
(Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet)Louise Stutes
Louise Stutes ( Republican Party ) is a member of the Alaska House of Representatives, representing District 5. Stutes is not running for re-election to Alaska House of Representatives District 5 in 2026. On February 11, 2021, Stutes was elected speaker of the Alaska House of Representatives. Louise Stutes was born in Seattle, Washington and lives in Alaska. Stutes graduated from Queen Anne High School.
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“It has been my honor to serve in the Alaska State House and represent coastal fishing communities for the past 12 years. During my time in office, I've been an effective advocate for my district by working across the aisle, being proactive and engaged in issues important to my communities, and putting the needs of those I represent above political considerations.”
(Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet) “I remain passionate about representing my constituents and implementing common-sense solutions for Alaskans, including a sustainable, balanced fiscal plan that ensures robust essential services, consistent PFDs, and infrastructure investment regardless of the price of oil.”
(Alaska Division of Elections Official Election Pamphlet) “Aside from a fiscal plan, my top priorities are constituent responsiveness (I work for you!), restoring ferry service to coastal communities, fisheries management funding and fisheries policy reform, increased education funding and education policy reform, strong public safety, good road maintenance, an adequate capital budget, and a better retirement system for our public employees.”
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