The Sunday Minefield – January 22, 2023
January 22, 2023
The first session of the 33rd Alaska Legislature got underway in Juneau on Tuesday. All but one of Alaska’s 60 legislators were sworn in….
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How the Bush Caucus gave Republicans control of the State House
Jeff Landfield January 22, 2023
In a shocking vote the day after the start of the legislative session, Representative Cathy Tilton (R – Wasilla) was elected Speaker of the...
The Alaska Stalker – January 22, 2023
The Alaska Stalker January 22, 2023
Welcome to this edition of the Alaska Stalker, a lighthearted round up of the best and worst of Alaska’s social media landscape. If you...
Dispatches from Juneau: Tying one on in the capital city
Jacob Hersh January 21, 2023
If you’ve lived in Alaska for any length of time, you’ll be familiar with those bumper stickers for Homer, “A Quaint Drinking Town With...
Brad Keithley’s chart of the week: Comparing actions to words – Is Governor Dunleavy really serious about protecting the PFD
Brad Keithley January 20, 2023
In his December news conference announcing his proposed FY24 budget, Governor Mike Dunleavy...
Rep. Cathy Tilton elected Speaker of the House, majority still undefined
Jeff Landfield January 18, 2023
In a 26-14 vote this morning, Representative Cathy Tilton (R - Wasilla) was elected Speaker of the House. The initial vote was 28-12 but...
Dispatches from Juneau: Day 1 of the legislative session
Jacob Hersh January 18, 2023
The rainy cold does little to dampen the overwhelming sense of urgency in Alaska’s capital city. My Monday flight to Juneau is packed with...
On first day of session the Senate has officially organized, House still in limbo
Jeff Landfield January 17, 2023
On the first day of the 33rd Alaska Legislature, the State Senate smoothly and flawlessly organized their large super majority. Comprised of 17-members...
Ask a Cat: Pets, TikTok, and an unwanted kiss
Cat January 16, 2023
Ask a cat is new advice column featured in the Alaska Landmine. Have a question for the Cat? Email askacat@alaskalandmine.com to get the answers…
The Sunday Minefield – January 15, 2023
Jeff Landfield January 15, 2023
I spent four days on the Big Island this week before the start of session. And let me tell you it was amazing! I…
Brad Keithley’s chart of the week: It’s a trap
Brad Keithley January 13, 2023
Those of a certain age will recall the famous line uttered in 1983’s Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, when, while attempting…
Ask a Cat: Cheating, coworkers, and love
Cat January 9, 2023
Ask a cat is new advice column featured in the Alaska Landmine. Have a question for the Cat? Email askacat@alaskalandmine.com to get the answers…
The Sunday Minefield – January 8, 2023
Jeff Landfield January 8, 2023
The start of the 33rd Alaska Legislature is nine days away! Legislators and staff are already making their way to Juneau. The Alaska House…
The Alaska Stalker – January 7, 2023
The Alaska Stalker January 7, 2023
Welcome to this edition of the Alaska Stalker, a lighthearted round up of the best and worst of Alaska’s social media landscape. If you...
Brad Keithley’s chart of the week: Everyone knows what the answer is, so why aren’t we doing it
Brad Keithley January 6, 2023
There have been two constants in the last three 10-year plans produced by the administration of Governor Mike Dunleavy (R - Alaska) preceding...
Republicans Mike Shower and Shelley Hughes tried multiple times to organize majority with Senate Democrats
Jeff Landfield January 5, 2023
Senator Mike Shower (R - Wasilla) and Senator Shelley Hughes (R - Palmer) are not happy they were left out...
The Sunday Minefield – January 1, 2023
Jeff Landfield January 1, 2023
I hope everyone had a good time ringing in the New Year! 2022 really flew by. It’s been a pretty slow week…
Brad Keithley’s chart of the week: Our first look at the Governor’s FY24 Budget & 10-year Plan: Part 2
Brad Keithley December 30, 2022
Last week in Part 1 of this two-part look at Governor Mike Dunleavy’s (R - Alaska) proposed FY24 Budget and 10-year Plan, we analyzed...
President Biden signs private bill for Rebecca Trimble, military wife and mother government tried to deport
Jeff Landfield December 27, 2022
Rebecca Trimble received a rare and long-awaited Christmas present this year. On December 15, the...
The Sunday Minefield – December 26, 2022
Jeff Landfield December 26, 2022
Christmas has come and gone and it will be 2023 in less than a week! The Minefield is a day late because of the…