Spend your vote wisely to limit campaign donations

By: Larry Persily

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: August 12, 2026

Words: 470

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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“There oughta be a law” is a common expression when people are frustrated with the behavior of others, the rules of society or the actions of their elected officials.

Well, Alaskans will have an opportunity in the statewide primary election Aug. 18 to approve a new law, limiting the dollar size of donation checks to political campaigns of candidates running for the state Legislature and governor’s office.

This is the chance for voters to do …

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