The Alaska Center endorses candidates who align with our vision of a thriving, just, and sustainable future.
We prioritize leaders who will fight for clean air and water, healthy salmon and communities, and a strong democracy. Through our endorsements, we aim to elevate voices that will take critical action on the issues we work on.
Our endorsements span multiple levels of government, including Utility Cooperative Boards, Municipal Elections, and Statewide Elections. We focus on supporting leaders who have the power to influence the policies that matter most to our mission.
We’ve recently added endorsements for the Anchorage Municipal Election and the Chugach Electric Association Board—explore our latest endorsements below.
2025 Endorsements for Anchorage Municipal Election
Anchorage votes by mail! Ballots were mailed out on March 11, and you can vote until Tuesday, April 1 on election day. If you have any questions about voting, visit the municipality’s voting FAQ here or call the Voter Hotline at 907-243-VOTE (8683).
Not sure which district you’re in? Check out this page from the Anchorage municipality and follow the steps to find your district number, who currently represents you, and more.
The Alaska Center Board of Directors voted unanimously to endorse excellent candidates running to make Anchorage a better place on the Assembly and School Board.
Anchorage Assembly Endorsements
North Anchorage District 1: Daniel Volland
“I envision an Anchorage that is welcoming and accessible to all. A city that is full of possibilities for the builders, the dreamers, and the doers. A community that celebrates the best of our surroundings and that is intent on creating the most opportunity for everyone. In my first term, I’ve driven investments into early literacy programming, childcare and early education, behavioral health resources, and youth suicide prevention. I’ve sponsored and supported policies that support eco-friendly nonmotorized transportation options, strengthen noise pollution enforcement, and that make it easier to build affordable housing. I’ve supported good government by sponsoring the creation of Municipal online checkbook and putting privacy boundaries around the use of facial recognition technology. I’ve sponsored legislation that for the first time defined qualifications for the Chief Medical Officer. This is the type of local government work about which I’m very passionate.”
— Daniel Volland, Candidate for Anchorage Assembly, District 1
West Anchorage District 3: Kameron Perez Verdia
“I’m running for re-election after serving two terms in the Assembly because I care deeply about our community. I’m motivated by listening to hardworking Alaskans who want practical, long-term solutions. By working together, we can continue improving public safety, strengthening our schools, and fostering sustainable solutions to homelessness.
I will always support having open conversations, a core component of a well-functioning democracy, about how our city can enhance sustainability. Addressing clean air and water and climate change are some of the most pressing issues of our time.”
— Kameron Perez-Verdia, Candidate for Anchorage Assembly, District 3
Midtown Anchorage District 4: Erin Baldwin Day
“I’m a Midtown Anchorage kid from a working family, now raising my teenagers in the same neighborhood that shaped me. For the last fifteen years I’ve served my hometown as a nonprofit leader, coach, pastor, community organizer, and policy advocate. I’m running for office because I believe Anchorage’s future depends on creative leadership that works across lines of difference to uplift working people, prioritize sustainability, and build a resilient economy. My vision is an Anchorage where everyone has access to attainable housing, high-quality childcare, and reliable infrastructure.
It is in our collective best interest to plan for climate resilience now, while also taking meaningful steps to minimize our impact on accelerating climate change. Within my policy goals alone, the development of mixed-used and higher-density housing along with meaningful updates to our transportation infrastructure will contribute to walkable neighborhoods that lower our reliance on personal vehicles, reduce emissions, and improve our collective health outcomes. Factoring the present and future effects of emissions and climate change into municipal decision-making – including municipal fleet replacement, road construction & redevelopment projects, wildfire risk mitigation, daylighting waterways, developing community solar, etc. – is imperative for creating a climate-resilient and climate-responsible city.
Ultimately, I have a responsibility to examine every policy through the just transition lens and encourage my colleagues to do the same. I will oppose policies that benefit corporate structures at the expense of our community, enact policies that uplift workers, unions, and public health, and interrupt systems that do harm to our bodies, air, water, and land.”
— Erin Baldwin Day, Candidate for Anchorage Assembly, District 4
East Anchorage District 5: Yarrow Silvers
“I’m running for the Anchorage Assembly to ensure that East Anchorage has a strong, independent voice advocating for practical solutions to our city’s challenges. From tackling our housing crisis to improving public safety and government transparency, I’m committed to policies that make Anchorage a more vibrant and affordable city for all. My experience in community advocacy has shown me the power of people coming together to solve problems, and I’ll bring that same approach to the Assembly to ensure every resident has a seat at the table.”
— Yarrow Silvers, Candidate for Anchorage Assembly, District 5
Anchorage School Board Endorsements
Kelly Lessens, At-Large
“I’m running for re-election to the Anchorage School Board to help our community focus on our kids. We need a strong public school system to ensure our kids have ample opportunities and are prepared for life after graduation. Throughout my time on the Board, I have taken an evidence-driven, fiscally responsible approach to strengthening our public school system. Strong public schools are the foundation we can use to mold our students into leaders who are well-prepared to solve the pressing problems of the future.”
— Kelly Lessens, Candidate for School Board, At-Large
Margo Bellamy, At-Large
“I am running for a third and final term on the Anchorage School Board because I am committed to enhancing the academic, cultural, social, and emotional success of all children! A commitment to ensure that every child has the leadership, instruction, academic support, and opportunities that they need to become successful learners and participating citizens regardless of their individual differences. I am also proud to live in a community that values education and is invested in the education and well-being of all children.”
— Margo Bellamy, Candidate for School Board, At-Large
2025 Endorsement for Chugach Electric Association Board of Directors: Katherine Jernstrom
The Alaska Center Board of Directors is proud to unanimously endorse Katherine Jernstrom for the Chugach Electric Board. As a business owner, parent, and community leader, Katherine is deeply invested in Anchorage, and believes that affordable and reliable electricity is the foundation we need for a strong economy and a thriving community. There are drastic changes on the horizon for Alaska’s energy landscape, and Katherine has the experience necessary to navigate a period of major transition.
Utility cooperatives give members power to help guide the vision and future of how our energy is produced. We look forward to working together with our community to use our voices and votes to elect Katherine, and working with the Chugach Electric Board to create a just and sustainable energy future for Alaska.
Past Endorsements
U.S. House of Representatives
Mary Peltola
Alaska State House of Representatives
House District 1: Grant Echohawk
House District 2: Rebecca Himshoot — Elected!
House District 3: Andi Story — Elected!
House District 4: Sara Hannan — Elected!
House District 9: Ky Holland — Elected!
House District 11: Walter Featherly
House District 12: Calvin Schrage — Elected!
House District 13 Andy Josephson — Elected!
House District 14: Alyse Galvin — Elected!
House District 15: Denny Wells
House District 16: Carolyn Hall — Elected!
House District 17: Zack Fields — Elected!
House District 18: Cliff Groh
House District 19: Genevieve Mina — Elected!
House District 20 Andrew Gray — Elected!
House District 21: Donna Mears — Elected!
House District 22: Ted Eischeid — Elected!
House District 23: Jim Arlington
House District 31: Maxine Dibert — Elected!
House District 34: Joy Cottle
House District 35: Ashley Carrick — Elected!
House District 36: Brandon Kowalski
House District 38: CJ McCormick
Alaska State Senate
Senate District B: Jesse Kiehl — Elected!
Senate District F: Janice Park
Senate District H: Matt Claman — Elected!
Senate District J: Forrest Dunbar — Elected!
Senate District P: Scott Kawasaki — Elected!
Senate District R: Savannah Fletcher
Ballot Measures
Ballot Measure 1 (Endorsed Yes on 1): Passed!
Ballot Measure 2 (Endorsed No on 2): Failed!
Anchorage Municipal Election
Mayoral: Suzanne LaFrance — Elected!
School Board Seat E: Pat Higgins — Elected!
School Board Seat F: Dora Wilson — Elected!
School Board Seat G: Carl Jacobs— Elected!
Chugach Electric Association Board of Directors Election
Mark Wiggin — Elected!
Sam Cason
Fairbanks Borough and City Election
Borough Mayor: Grier Hopkins — Elected!
Borough Assembly Seat A: David Guttenberg — Elected!
Borough Assembly Seat F: Garrett Armstrong
Borough Assembly Seat G: Kristan Kelly — Elected!
Borough School Board Seat A: Tamara Kruse Roselius
Borough School Board Seat B: Morgan Dulian — Elected!
City Council Seat A: Sean MacDonald
City Council Seat B: Valerie Therrien — Elected!