Sarah Palin with kids speaking at a church
Here’s a video of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin and vice presidential nominee speaking at an Alaska church in June 2008.
Rumors have been gurgling on the Internet since 2008 that Sarah Palin is not the mother of her son Trig. There’s been no hard evidence that Trig isn’t her son, but there is some compelling new eyebrow raising evidence that something fishy is going on here.
An Alaska blogger, Gryphen, has been all over Palin for years. Yesterday he published a story “A Tale of Two Babies by Sarah Palin.” In it Gryphen provides photographic evidence that the baby Palin lugged around just after she allegedly gave birth to Trig in April 2008 is not the same baby we see her schlepping around today and on the campaign trail in 2008.
While it’s not true that photos never lie – check these out. Take note of the alleged Palin baby’s ear.
These photos were taken during the baby shower.
Note the deformity of the ear
Now here’s a close-up of the baby’s ear Palin claims is her baby.
Closeup of supposed Palin baby Trig
Trig's right and left ear in 2008 compared with when he was a newborn.
Here are the photos Palin took at the shower with her alleged son and introduced him to the world.
Palin with baby. Photo taken at baby shower. Same camera. Same day. Same baby.
Here’s the baby trig on the campaign trail in 2008. Now he has perfect little ears.
Here's Trig being held by one of the Palin daughters
The deformity that the baby Palin held in the baby shower would not go away on its own. Doctors interviewed by Gryphen said that surgery would not have been done until the baby was 4-years-old. And even if surgery were done on a baby, there would be scaring and the ears would not be perfect.
Gryphen said that he interviewed several doctors and all of them said that there is no way the baby at the baby shower is the same baby Palin had been toting around on the campaign trail.
I showed the baby shower picture to a number of medical professionals, including an Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist, a physician, an audiologist who specializes in children’s hearing issues, and a pediatrician (None of them knew they were looking at a picture of Sarah Palin’s child). Each agreed the ear is visibly malformed. I asked them if this defect could “heal” or disappear on its own. “Of course not”, they each replied. I then showed them pictures of Trig Palin’s ear from the campaign. Again, none knew they were looking at a photograph of Sarah Palin’s son. I asked all if it could possibly be the same child, four to five months later. The answer: “No.”
This begs the question – why did Palin lie? What’s her motivation to go to a baby shower with one baby and then campaign with another child? It doesn’t make any sense. These photos are the best evidence that Palin was lying about her baby, but they present more questions than they answer.
Well, maybe the mainstream media will pick on this and see where it leads, but I doubt it.
Also interesting is what Palin’s doctor did to perpetrate this hoax, if it is one. Her doctor’s name is Cathy Baldwin-Johnson. Alaska’s State Medical Board should look into any wrongdoing by Baldwin-Johnson. If not felonious, she certainly could have acted unethically. Visit Alaska’s State Medical Board Web site or file an official complaint with the State Medical Board here.
Sarah Palin: Stimulus Bill Anniversary Proves Not-So-Stimulating
Here is Sarah Palin’s Facebook posting made on Feb. 17, 2010. In an effort to maintain the public record, Palin’s entire message is published here. It was downloaded from Palin’s Facebook page on Feb. 17, 2010 at 11:04 a.m. Eastern.
Stimulus Bill Anniversary Proves Not-So-Stimulating
Feb. 17, 2010 at 7:04am
One year ago today, President Obama signed a nearly trillion dollar stimulus package and handed our children the bill. What did we get for that massive price tag? Many promises, but the promises have proven false. On this stimulus anniversary, Washington needs to hear our message that Americans expect, and deserve, better.
Americans were promised the stimulus would keep unemployment under 8%. It’s now well over that. We were promised it would be targeted and pork-free. It’s been loaded with pork, corporate giveaways, union bosses’ goodies, and other manners of waste. We were promised there would be no fraud, but our government now tells us it can’t even verify the eligibility of people applying for the $325 billion worth of stimulus tax provisions. We were promised there would be strict oversight, but billions of dollars apparently were allotted to congressional districts that don’t even exist. We were promised it would provide “green jobs” for Americans, but 80% of the $2 billion they spent on alternative energy went to purchase wind turbines built in China! We were promised it would help state governments weather the recession, but states receiving the stimulus bait will be in worse fiscal shape now because local governments will be on the hook for new unfunded mandates and continuation of government programs they couldn’t afford in the first place – as many of us governors warned state legislatures.
One year later, we see plainly that the stimulus was not a well-thought out plan. It hasn’t revived our economy; instead the debt-ridden package will prove to be a drag on our economy. It hasn’t put us on the path to a better future; instead it’s unfairly mortgaged our children’s future and stolen opportunities from them. It hasn’t strengthened us; instead it endangers our freedom and security by making us even more beholden to foreign lenders. The legacy of the stimulus isn’t jobs or economic growth – it’s more dangerous debt.
But there is hope! And this hope lies in draining the swamp in D.C. and sending Commonsense Conservatives to Washington who understand the need for fiscal restraint. Those who are willing to rein in spending, respect Constitutional limits, and repeal the stimulus should get our support, and those who have been part of the problem should be replaced.
In this election year, we’ll see many daring Davids take on entrenched Goliaths. Just one of these many brave souls is a northern Wisconsin patriot named Sean Duffy. He’s running in Wisconsin’s 7th congressional district against a liberal Goliath who’s been in Congress over 40 years now and has the dubious distinction of being the author of the stimulus bill. To commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the stimulus, Sean Duffy is holding a fundraising “money bomb” for his campaign so he can replace the career politician who drafted this government-bloating behemoth.
If you’re frustrated about the waste in the stimulus bill, please support a solid fiscal conservative who will work to repeal it. Please visit Sean Duffy’s website and help him help us correct the mistakes of this past year.
On this first anniversary of the stimulus, let’s send a message to the big-spenders in Washington by helping Sean Duffy unseat the author of the stimulus. Let’s put government back on our side and get to work revitalizing America!
- Sarah Palin
Family Guy
Sarah Palin is fuming mad. The Fox cartoon show “Family Guy” made a crack at her and she’s told her daughter Bristol to take it public and make it personal.
According to Palin’s Facebook page, watching Sunday’s “Family Guy” episode “felt like another kick in the gut.”
Who knew she was a fan?
Evidently, her daughter Bristol “was one who asked what I thought of the show that mocked her baby brother.”
Let’s pretend that this isn’t a horribly worded sentence, and move on to the issue of “Family Guy” and the alleged mockery.
What’s got Palin in such a hissy is a scene in which Chris, the cartoon character teenage boy played by Seth Green, is on a date with a girl, Ellen, who has Down syndrome.
What happens is that Chris asks Ellen what her parents do for a living and she says that her mother is the former governor of Alaska.
How is this mocking a two-year-old baby with Down syndrome? Only the Palin’s can answer that, but clearly the former governor of Alaska thinks the joke was a cheap shot directed at her son Trig.
However, Sarah Palin was just too irate to even issue her own response, so she had her daughter Bristol take this one.
On Sarah’s Facebook page, Bristol said that it’s OK to poke fun of her because she can take it – she’s developed a “thick skin.” But when insults are hurled at her young brother Trig, who was born in 2008, that’s just too much for her to take lying down.
Bristol said that people with “special needs” should be treated, well, special.
“Their lives are difficult enough as it is,” she said, “so why would anyone want to make their lives more difficult by mocking them?”
But did the “Family Guy” writers actually mock the baby Trig? The character, Ellen, is a teenage girl – not a two-year-old baby. Yes, she appears to have Down syndrome, but so what? The jokes seem to be more about two awkward teenagers on a date, and one half of one sentence refers to Sarah Palin.
Is it really mocking someone to have a character in a cartoon comedy that is somewhat similar to them?
Is the character of Cleveland mocking black people?
Well, maybe it is, but isn’t that the point of true equality?
Isn’t it a good thing that we can have a guy in a wheel chair, someone with Down syndrome, a black couple, a pervert, rich people, a goofy mayor and a complete moron all on a show making fun of our entire culture, including Sarah Palin?
Or perhaps it would be better to just pretend “those” people don’t exist? Maybe it’s easier for us as a society to ignore our fellow citizens with Down syndrome? It’s just wrong to talk about them – they’re different.
I think more people with Down syndrome should be on television and in movies – comedic roles, dramatic roles or whatever. They’re here too, and they’re just as much a part of our culture as a black man, a nitwit, a cop in a wheel chair and Quagmire.
Well, you be the judge. Here’s the complete transcript of the scene that’s got the Palin’s all riled up and a video clip below.
Chris: “Well I’m glad we’re finally going out Ellen. I’ve really liked you for a long time.”
Ellen: “Hey, what the hell do you think you’re doing?”
Chris: “Sitting down.”
Ellen: “Get up and pull my chair out for me.”
Chris: “Oh. Goodness. I’m sorry. I’m so sorry.”
Ellen: “That’s better. Are you going to be this rude all evening? You haven’t asked anything about myself.”
Chris: “Oh um. Sorry um. Uh. So what do you parents do?”
Ellen: “That’s better. My dad’s an accountant and my mom is the former governor of Alaska.”
Chris: “That’s cool.”
Ellen: “It’s real cool.”
This post was originally published on The Neal Jeremy Show blog and reprinted here with permission.
Sarah Palin
New York Times columnist Frank Rich wrote that Sarah Palin may just be the smartest politician in America today.
Well, he didn’t say that exactly. What he did say was that while liberals, including White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, were yucking it up over Palin’s hand-scrawled Tea Party cheat sheet, she was building her base.
White House Mocks Palin
Maybe Rich is right, perhaps Palin is just playing the fool to pander to American goobers who relate to her while baiting the liberals into acting like elite assholes. If so, she’s one hell of an actress.
I think Palin is the real deal. I think she’s as ignorant on the issues as she appears to be because she knows that her base doesn’t care. Palin followers don’t care that she campaigned as governor of Alaska on the so-called “bridge to no one” and then claimed to say “no thanks” when running for vice president.
Palanistas really believe that being the mayor of Wasilla, Alaska (population 6,700) and the governor of Alaska for a few months gives her international bona fides, because you know, Russia is right there.
They just don’t care.
These are the same people that voted for George W. Bush because he seemed like someone they’d like to have a beer with at a backyard BBQ.
And this is what has liberals so riled up.
For the left, it’s inconceivable that anyone could look at Palin and see the next president, but her base certainly does.
While Rich is right, the Obama administration should spend less time poking fun of Palin and more time ripping into Wall Street fatcats, Palin’s success is not their fault.
Palin’s a rising star in politics for the same reason Glenn Beck has millions of viewers in a pretty crappy time slot – millions of Americans just don’t care about politics. And because they don’t care, they don’t take the time to understand really complex problems, and so they gravitate towards people who appear to offer “common sense solutions.”
Palin says those words over and over again – “common sense solutions.”
Glenn Beck
Palin panders to that huge swath of America that thinks politics is stupid, politicians are crooks and all that’s needed are some simple “common sense solutions” to fix the whole kit and kaboodle.
The problem is that many of the problems this nation faces are not simple. Health care, two wars, energy policy, the economy, terrorism, and the list goes on are not going to be solved with simple sound-bite solutions, and as far as common sense goes, that’s subjective.
Democrats need to stand for something and stop wavering. They need to come out strong against greed and corruption. They need to stand by the average American and say we’re here to help you and not them. For some reason Democrats don’t do that. They’d rather position themselves with the Wall Street executives and corporate fatcats while the Palinistas and Beckheads write them off as elite assholes.
But Democrats just aren’t going to win over Palin supporters – it’s impossible. What they need to do is focus on the huge majority of Americans who really do get it. It worked in 2006 and it worked in 2008, but making Palin jokes, that’s not going to cut it.
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Read Rich’s column “Palin’s Cunning Sleight of Hand.”
The Progressive Problem
Gary Gnu
Sarah Palin has achieved what Ralph Nader never could – she’s the leader of a populist revolution. Palin is successful because she appeals to the lowest common denominator and progressives, like Nader, appeal to high level intellect.
Palin sees the world in black and white. She often refers to her “solutions” as simple and common sense. Palin’s for freedom, free markets and lower taxes. These are easy concepts for her to sell because Palin avoids detailing any proposals that would actually solve any of the problems this country faces. Her speech at the tea party convention last weekend was a series of poorly written slogans and catch phrases. She told the audience everything they wanted to hear.
Progressives on the other hand see the world in shades of gray. They understand that health care reform is a complex problem, the solution therefore is necessarily complex and requires more than three words to explain and understand.
I’m not saying that all Americans are stupid, but 300 million collectively are not that intelligent. And the anti-intellectual streak that permeates our culture makes it difficult to explain complex problems. Some things are require more than “Got Milk?” marketing tricks. Also, unfortunately critically thinking is just not taught in most high schools – that’s hurting us as the world becomes much more complicated and politicians hone their ability to lie.
But rather than offer counter proposals and honestly challenging the Democrat’s health care reform, conservatives resort to slogans and misinformation. They call the president a communist. They accuse Democrats of nationalizing health care and setting up death panels. It’s easier for conservatives to just push American’s buttons. Communist. Socialist. Death panels. Prominent conservatives today are just not honest brokers in the nation’s political discourse.
So when it comes to global warming, health care reform, unemployment and fixing the economy, progressives are labeled as pointy headed intellectuals while conservatives mock them and spread lies appealing to their base’s base instincts.
Rather than trying to “reach across the aisle,” Democrats should just go it alone. If Republicans want to filibuster their legislature – let them. They held up civil rights legislation in the ’60s for almost three months.
Force Republicans to bring our legislative process to a halt and see how that works out for them. While they might not succeed, if Democrats truly embrace the progressive agenda and educate the people about their policies, enough people will get it and those that don’t – oh well.
Sarah Palin
There are two questions. Who will she pick as a running mate and what will the new political party be called?
When and if a transcript becomes available, it will be posted here.
Fox News Is Dangerously Successful
According to an independent poll, paid for by Daily Kos and conducted by Research 2000, 63 percent of self-identified Republicans believe Obama is a socialist.
Of the 2,000 Republicans polled only 42 percent believe President Obama was born in the US. Only 42 percent said they believe Obama doesn’t want the terrorists to win – that means that 24 percent believe he wants the terrorists to win and 33 percent aren’t sure.
A shocking 33 percent think Obama is a racist and 53 percent think Sarah Palin is more qualified to be president.
The anti-intellectual, anti-education, anti-critical thought crowd in this nation is frightening. Most of this misinformation is coming straight from Fox News and “people” like Glenn Beck and Bill O’Reilly.
What’s most alarming is that the trend is very sharply going away from critical thought and thinking for yourself and towards this pack mentality of utter ignorance. Where will this take the US?
Read the Daily Kos poll results for yourself and start drinking.
Sarah Palin
Sarah Palin is paranoid. She hates journalists, despite the fact that Palin got her undergraduate degree in communications with an emphasis on journalism. And to prove just how paranoid, clueless and utterly ignorant she is, Palin has an enemies list and it includes four Alaska bloggers.
The former Alaska governor gone rogue held a book signing in her hometown of Wasilla yesterday. The Curtis C. Menard Memorial Sports Center parking lot was packed, reported Alaska blogger Jesse Gryphen. He estimated at least 1,000 people lined up to get their “Going Rogue” books signed.
Gryphen and his buddy Dennis Zaki had planned to cover the event, but they were wrong.
Gryphen said when they arrived, they went to the media check-in desk where they were photographed and told to leave. They were banned.
“Almost as soon as I had my picture taken I felt a hand on my shoulder,” Gryphen said.
“I turned around and came face to face with a local police officer who quickly apologized and then informed me that I was on the ‘banned list’.”
Evidently Palin is really pissed at four Alaska bloggers: Gryphen, Zaki, Shannyn Moore and a yet unnamed Palin enemy.
“So now we know that,” Gryphen said, “just like Richard M. Nixon, Sarah Palin has her very own enemies list.”
Sarah Palin is more popular than Dick Cheney
CNN Opinion Poll Dec. 7, 2009
A recent CNN public opinion poll shows that Sarah Palin’s favorable rating is now higher than former Vice President Dick Cheney.
According to the 1,041 adults polled, 46 percent have a favorable view of Palin. Cheney is still hanging on to 39 percent.
It’s worth mentioning that this opinion poll was not restricted to “likely voters,” but any adult who answered the phone.
“We’d like to get your overall opinion of some people in the news. As I read each name, please say if you have a favorable or unfavorable opinion of these people — or if you have never heard of them.”
President Obama was not among the “people in the news,” and respondents were not asked their opinion about the president, despite some on the right trying to sell these poll results as embarrassing for Obama.
Oddly enough, the results do show that 6 percent of those polled had never heard of Vice President Joe Biden. Only 3 percent said they had never heard of Palin, and 5 percent don’t know who Cheney is. One percent responded, “Al Gore who?”
This poll has a 3 percent margin of error.
Nobody knows where Sarah Palin is or why we even care. She’s reportedly been seen in New York meeting with her book publisher, but that was a while ago. Where could she be? Well … according to the Alaska Family Council Web site, Palin’s supposed to be speaking at an anti-abortion event at ChangePoint Church in Anchorage. Oh wait, not so fast, the Anchorage Daily News ran a story yesterday quoting her spokesperson Meg Stapleton saying that Palin is out of the state and “this is the first we have ever heard of a speech.”
Alaska Family Council Web site promoting Sarah Palin as the keynote speaker at the anti-abortion event tonight.
This marks the fourth time in recent months Palin has bailed on a speaking engagement. She’s yet to make a single public appearance since resigning as governor of Alaska last month. Although she has been shooting her mouth off on Facebook a lot.
But while most people couldn’t care less where the former of governor of Alaska is, Alaska Family Council President Jim Minnery does. His organization has been promoting the event for weeks with Palin billed as the keynote speaker. Minnery told the Daily News that there’s even a special spot for Palin to be the first signer of the ballot petition.
You see, if the initiative passes, it would make it illegal for teenage women to have an abortion without telling their parents first.
And Palin’s nowhere to be found, perhaps she’s feverishly writing her memoir. She’s doing this for you Alaska. All for you.
The alleged debate over “death panels” that was started by Sarah Palin has resulted in legislative action. Apparently, Congress has removed a provision from the health care reform bills that would allow doctors to be reimbursed for end-of-life consultations. While there’s no evidence that this provision had anything to do with “death panels,” Congress continues to buckle under the pressure of Republican propaganda. Here’s a story Keith Olbermann did last night on this all-too-familiar scenario of Democrats caving and Republican lying. Here we go again.
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Is Sarah Palin for real, or is she auditioning for a recurring spot on The Daily Show?
Whatever. Here’s her latest Facebook post on health care reform and Obama’s murder-machine. I’ve also created an archive of Palin’s post in case her Facebook page is taken down or modified (pdf).
On her Facebook page, the former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, refers to herself in the third-person narrative form today while boasting about her successful handling of health care in Alaska during the several consecutive months she was the state’s executive.
“Governor Palin successfully obtained approval for a five year extension of a state program that provided monthly cash payments to low-income seniors,” Palin wrote today on Facebook. I’m assuming she wrote the post, but that doesn’t appear to be the case, however there’s no signature either. Who knows?
But here’s the thing … not everyone is convinced of her steadfast leadership in guiding Alaska’s health care system.
Last month the Anchorage Daily News published this story with the headline “Troubled Alaska health programs face federal restriction.”
State programs intended to help disabled and elderly Alaskans with daily life — taking a bath, eating dinner, getting to the bathroom — are so poorly managed, the state cannot assure the health and well-being of the people they are supposed to serve, a new federal review found.
The situation is so bad the federal government has forbidden the state to sign up new people until the state makes necessary improvements.
No other state in the nation is under such a moratorium, according to a spokeswoman for the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
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A particularly alarming finding concerns deaths of adults in the programs. In one 2 1/2 year stretch, 227 adults already getting services died while waiting for a nurse to reassess their needs. Another 27 died waiting for their initial assessment, to see if they qualified for help.
Obviously if this story is true, it directly contradicts her assertion today that as governor she rocked health care and reduced the state’s Medicaid patient backlog. Well, maybe not though … think about … if people are waiting and they die, they’re probably removed from the queue, thus reducing the number of people waiting. Oh she is just too good to be true – what a mind.
But a cynic might honestly ask what’s the point of Palin even bothering to highlight her mavericking of the Alaska’s health care problems? According to Palin, one of the reasons she resigned as governor before her term was complete was because of all the baseless charges being hurled at her. It’s not clear why she published today’s post, other than to attempt to set the record straight, but here’s how it ends.
What is the lesson in all of this? Even with good intentions, the government generally cannot provide better health care services than the private sector. Beware of complex federal laws purporting to offer government health care. For those who want nationalized medicine, take heed of this lesson.
Wait … so Palin was able to utilize the government to solve a health care problem, however, that success only proves that we shouldn’t use the government to solve health care problems? Um … OK.
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The Public Record
Here’s a link to Palin’s Facebook post
Here’s a document of Palin’s Facebook post I created (pdf)
Here’s the story published on the Anchorage Daily News: “Troubled Alaska health programs face federal restriction” about Alaska’s health care problems.
Howard Dean responds to the media’s response to Sarah Palin’s death-panels-for-grannies claim. This absurd story highlights the danger of trying to provide objective coverage of an issue when one side is clearly lying. Does the media, like the conservative Media Research Center keeps barking about, have to provide the conservative side in this debate? I don’t think so. Journalists are under no obligation to present an academically dishonest argument as anything but a lie. Journalists who do present the “death panel” story as a legitimate issue in the debate over health care reform are doing a disservice to their country.
The Media Research Center, a conservative organization, published this story on their propaganda apparatus called News Busters. It’s more right-wing spin on Obama’s “death panels.” Do conservatives really believe that Obama wants to kill off the sick and the elderly? Perhaps they’re projecting their own desire to get rid of Medicare and let the elderly fend for themselves in the private insurance market, which would result in lots of old people dying. The “death panel” tactic is an interesting one because it will probably succeed in scaring enough people to kill health care reform.
Interesting story over at Muckety about the connections between Erik Prince/Blackwater/Media Research Center/Swift Boaters of Truth and other right-wing groups. Read the Muckety report.
Newt Gingrich defends Sarah Palin’s false claim that Pres. Barack Obama is trying to murder the elderly and the sick with “death panels” on “The Week” with George Stephanopoulos.
The Daily Show poignantly exposes the absurdity of Palin and Gingrich’s claim that Obama would like nothing more than to murder your grandmother in her sleep.
Cyberattacks’ Aftershocks Hit the Web This about the Twitter/Facebook DoS/malware attacks. Twitter has been ripe for this type of attack, so it’s no surprise, and it won’t be the last one.
As a firm believer in maintaining a thorough public record I’ve taken it upon myself to start cataloging various bits of data that I feel are at risk of being lost. I’m particularly concerned with messages posted on Twitter, Facebook and other social networking mechanisms. This information can be changed or deleted by the person controlling the account.
So here we go … all of the tweets Sarah Palin sent while governor of Alaska. Well, I don’t know if it’s all of the tweets she sent, but it’s all of the messages I downloaded on Aug. 10, 2009 at about 6:06 pm pacific standard time.
Here’s a pdf of Sarah Palin’s tweets. This is 33 pages of tweets, so it will take a bit to download.
If you want to see what Palin’s Twitter page looked like on Aug. 10, 2009, I scrubbed and uploaded it here.
Here are Palin’s words-of-wisdom in reverse-chronological order
Last state twitter. Thank you Alaska! I love you. God bless Alaska. God bless the U.S.A.7:30 PM Jul 26th from TwitterBerry
Beautiful Frbnks morn;cabinet members here w/me & LtGov to serve @ picnic,then changing of guard ceremony;Great to be in Golden Heart City!9:57 AM Jul 26th from TwitterBerry
RdTrip7 hrs wKid Rock/Martina McBride/Big&Rich/Grtchn Wilson/Billy Currngtn/Hank/Toby/VanP/Blk I P’s/Greenwd/Straight/etc&USO artists=heaven7:26 PM Jul 25th from TwitterBerry
W/kids in camper;on World’s Best Rd Trip!To soar by Mt.McKinley&rushing rivers,we remember all of AK is BIG/WILD/GOOD LIFE;feel freedom here6:02 PM Jul 25th from TwitterBerry
Wrapped up Anch Gov’s Picnic, awesome. Now road trip to Fairbanks for farewell speech/changing of the guard. Camper full of kids & coffee…5:51 PM Jul 25th from TwitterBerry
Tomrrw host Anch Gov’s Picnic; LtGov Parnell/I love these events- literally getting to serve you!Then Sunday Frbnks Picnic/Transition speech11:07 PM Jul 24th from TwitterBerry
Great 3rd(& final) Governor’s Picnic in hometown tonite;loved the focus: honoring military&Blue Star families;no politickin’ just patriotism11:04 PM Jul 24th from TwitterBerry
Here’s link to presser re: most recent ethics complaint dismissal. http://tinyurl.com/lysear5:02 PM Jul 24th from TwitterBerry
Another victory for my family/my admin/the people of AK; but the wins come @ great cost. Will link to presser when posted.4:45 PM Jul 24th from TwitterBerry
Many thanks to these great AKns serving state on boards & commissions. http://tinyurl.com/lg5n9r3:41 PM Jul 24th from TwitterBerry
So glad US Senate working to restore retirement benefits to our very deserving ATG members. More @ http://bit.ly/Gpiye1:16 PM Jul 24th from web
Read press release @ http://bit.ly/Bo4xa4:15 PM Jul 23rd from web
Lt Gov says law must be fairly applied to protect public servants from malicious attacks & empower them to best serve the people.4:14 PM Jul 23rd from web
Happy to put my name on the pro-ANWR/pro-Alaska/pro-Energy Independence resos today;we look forward to showing US safe production techniques6:45 AM Jul 23rd from TwitterBerry
Same Hse Dems voted NO:HJR18 Oppose ANWR Wilderness Designation;most lawmakers know the attempt to lock America’s energy basin=irresponsible6:41 AM Jul 23rd from TwitterBerry
Also sign HJR7 Drill in ANWR;a couple of House Dems voted “no” but other lawmakers see benefit to AK & all America w/safe energy production6:37 AM Jul 23rd from TwitterBerry
Today sign SJR16 Offshore Oil/Gas Revenue bill;passed unanimously;urges responsible OCS drilling & method to share $ from developmt w/states6:32 AM Jul 23rd from TwitterBerry
Legal Fees Fund trustee’s press conf yest set record straight w/facts/truth re:recent complaint;read transcript in case press chooses not to6:27 AM Jul 23rd from TwitterBerry
judge investigation,destroy integrity of process&strip rights;Abuse WILL cont til leaks/friv filers r held accntble&press reports accurately6:18 AM Jul 23rd from TwitterBerry
This wk saw add’l violation of law:filer of friv ethics complaint leaks confidential documents out of context 2 create false headlines, pre-6:14 AM Jul 23rd from TwitterBerry
After TC-Alaska Gasline Team mtg tmrw in Anch I sign ANWR resolution;small parcel frozen tundra/small footprint/safe drilling=more US energy11:36 PM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
Detroit Down” & “Rollin”: “Aint gonna shut my mouth/I know there’s got to be a few hundred million more like me/just trying to keep it free”9:58 PM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
Awesome AK night sensing summer already winding down w/fireweed near full bloom;finally sitting down to pen;listening to Big & Rich “Shuttin9:53 PM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
…AK w/Feds proposed takeover of healthcare;let Americans work w/the docs of our choice vs govt deciding things like our kids tonsillectomy9:36 PM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
Obama on health care today:did he suggest docs take action out of financial self interest vs upholding Hippocratic oath?This causes pause in9:34 PM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
Congrats to AK’s own Chef Patrick Hoogerhyde for placing 3rd in Nat’l Seafood Comp! More info & award-winning recipe @ http://bit.ly/pDBcC6:53 PM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
Apnt’d Woods to AK Board of Fisheries. Passion to protect fish stocks, AKn jobs, & manage for abundance=good for AKns. http://bit.ly/PInw96:14 PM Jul 22nd from web
Signed resolutions supporting nat’l defense & responsible energy exploration/dvpmt. BOTH essential to US. Read more @ http://bit.ly/cJkCx.5:12 PM Jul 22nd from web
feds still don’t have working definition of “renewable or alternative energy” that incls hydro, which hinders AK effort to use it. Congress?11:35 AM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
Just more common sense:HJR25 Urge Congress:Classify Hydroelectric Power as Renewable Source;AK has plenty of it creating our electricity but11:33 AM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
safe clean American energy&jobs or force our reliance on foreign countries;what more to ponder,oh wise Washington?Where’s DC’s common sense?10:02 AM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
I sign HJR28 Oppose Restricting Oil/Gas Devlp;we urge President to promote US resource devlp.Pretty simple, Mr.President & Congress:choose10:00 AM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
this records concerns w/threat of NKorea attack & questions military cuts;we must be more than baffled by Fed’s priorities; must take action8:29 AM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
I’m signing HJR12 Ground-Based Midcourse Defense System reso;AK’s system the only operational sys defending against long range ballistics…8:26 AM Jul 22nd from TwitterBerry
Also sign SB177Sport Fish Guide Lic/Kenai Rvr Mgmnt Area bill;xtends sunset for sport fish guide program & addresses harvest data collection8:22 PM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
I’ll sign SB125 Aerospace Corp bill tonight; encourages developmnt of the industry in AK as we capitalize on our strategic location on globe8:18 PM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
Sign8:06 PM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
Re inaccurate story floating re:ethics violation/Legal Defense Fund;matter is still pending;new info was just requested even;no final report3:00 PM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
In that speech I’ll share gratefulness for honor of serving& speak to AKs destiny that incl contribution of energy/innovation/security to US1:08 PM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
Riding 2 Kenai;writing last Govs speech on way;country music streaming & countryside screaming inspiration 4 pro-developmnt + pro-enviro msg12:52 PM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
My hardcore Alaska Grown girl hiking late last night; beautiful Knik Glacier in background @ http://tinyurl.com/ln3gl511:02 AM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
Up next for Lt.Gen Campbell: Aug 10 Senate Jud Cmt plans addl hearing @ legislative special session re: his confirmation as AK’s next Lt.Gov8:58 AM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
Campbell’s fiscally conserv.position on this = M.Levin’s “Conservatism is antidote to tyranny bc its principles ARE our founding principles”8:52 AM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
CO Campbell spot-on in confirm hearing yest re:Stimulus Pkg; doesn’t want Feds “bribing (AK) towards a program”& Stim $ can be seen as bribe8:48 AM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
USDA ok’s sliver of AK forestry activity @ Tongass Natl; thankful for permission to cut/regrow bc SE urgently needs jobs; timber needed too.8:35 AM Jul 21st from TwitterBerry
Rep.Lynn’s good HB3 Visa/Drivers Lic law:”If u dont have legal right to walk down AKn street, why should u have right to drive same street?”8:43 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
Reading Rep.Lynn’s informative/clever constituent nwsletter,see his “That’s Incredible Award” re Washington’s nonsensical missile defnse cut8:14 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
Our fair,competitive oil/gas appraisal system(ACES)assists gasline,incentivizing new explorers to get up here & tap domestic energy sources7:41 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
This wk meet w/TransCanada-Alaska Execs & AGIA team;good progress on natural gas pipeline;clean domestic AK energy w/private sector project7:28 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
Re more frivolous ethics allegations today; shame good law is being abused for politicking. See http://tinyurl.com/mrtwcv7:23 PM Jul 20th from web
Hopefully these political critics filing this stuff (& some in press perpetuating it) appreciate the freedom to do so, protected by our vets5:37 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
knows it’s shameful 4 valuable time& public resources to be diverted frm needed causes to deal w/this abuse of govt accountability system…5:35 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
someone who’s put their life on the line protecting even opponents’ right to speak & protest, was willing to die for freedom of press but…5:16 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
BUT if there was a suit to end public waste of time/funds to constantly address false allegations I could see perhaps a veteran filing it…5:08 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
it costs political critics NOTHING to file/play their wasteful game;They should debate policy in political arena,not hide w/process abuse…5:04 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
Some ask why not sue abusers of Ethics Act bc state wastes 1000’s hrs/millions of tax dollars to fight (and win!) frivolous charges, tho….4:57 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
In violation of Ethics Act more allegations were filed today by serial complainer;gave to press be4 we could respond;ridiculous, wasteful…4:49 PM Jul 20th from TwitterBerry
Yesterday’s presser on Ft.Rich soldier: http://tinyurl.com/lv8gev1:33 PM Jul 20th from web
Monitoring capture of Ft.Rich soldier in Afghanistan, Pentagon confirms;hearts & prayers are w/AK-based warrior/his fellow troops/his family12:28 PM Jul 19th from TwitterBerry
U.S. outsources jobs, industry; this must be turned around for nation’s survival by: Buy American/produce domestically/encourage competition12:15 PM Jul 19th from TwitterBerry
No time to waste: teach US youth to avoid idleness;they can lead new American Industrial Revolution w/WORK & embrace “Buy American” mission12:08 PM Jul 19th from TwitterBerry
Time DOES fly! Work hard so u can genuinely enjoy every recreation minute! Avoid time spent tearing down, whining, complaining;WORK & ENJOY11:52 AM Jul 19th from TwitterBerry
Todd & I r packing JNU house today; looking thru Piper’s kindergarten schoolwork here reminds how quickly X flies;she enters 3rd grd in fall11:28 AM Jul 19th from TwitterBerry
Tourists from across America, here loving their 49th state! I’m reminded: “1 heart, 1 hope, 1 destiny, 1 flag from sea to sea”- K B Sherwood9:36 AM Jul 19th from TwitterBerry
Fascinating talking to JNU’s overwhelmed tourists just tasting a nibble of AK’s bounty,knowing AKns are never bored;so much to do & discover9:25 AM Jul 19th from TwitterBerry
From sealife near lush wet rainforests to energy housed under frozen tundra atop permafrost,God most creatively displays His diversity in AK9:13 AM Jul 19th from TwitterBerry
Appointing judges & board mbers has been a humbling responsibility; thx for their service http://tinyurl.com/lda6v81:57 PM Jul 18th from web
100’s of Alaskans are waiting to get to work @ Kensington; responsibly develop it already! http://tinyurl.com/lrgmqp1:56 PM Jul 18th from web
Dry conditions in other parts of enormous state r ripe for wildfires, ie along Railbelt; busy firefighters shown in action, will attach vid:9:48 PM Jul 17th from TwitterBerry
Great new footage of our aerial firefighting operation near Nenana. See at http://tinyurl.com/nxjbqq9:42 PM Jul 17th from web
Left Unalakleet warmth for rain in Juneau tonite. No drought threat down here, ever…but consistent rain reminds us: “No rain? No rainbow!”9:41 PM Jul 17th from TwitterBerry
Extended PCE today, look forward to community self-sufficiency w/local renewable & conventional energy development http://tinyurl.com/lc95fb5:41 PM Jul 17th from web
Admin rtns to Kotzebue again today, this time LtGov travels w/DOT Commish to dedicate Shore Ave construction; I go to coast for energy event9:36 AM Jul 17th from TwitterBerry
Inauguration will salute AKs 50th Anniversary & military & launches LtGov into Gov’s office so AK avoids politics-as-usual lame duck session12:55 AM Jul 17th from TwitterBerry
I’ll stay in touch w/whomever wants via personal twtr site;launch July 26;in meantime it’s pleasure to update interested folks on State biz!12:46 AM Jul 17th from TwitterBerry
elected is replaceable;Ak WILL progress! + side benefit=10 dys til less politically correct twitters fly frm my fingertps outside State site12:39 AM Jul 17th from TwitterBerry
Planning inauguration w/LtGov in 10 days, Frbanks. W/same cabinet, same positive pro-AK agenda it’s all good, consistent success bc everyone12:38 AM Jul 17th from TwitterBerry
Here’s more info on the great work in Eagle. See http://tinyurl.com/m2z2bz7:02 PM Jul 16th from web
Public-Private Partnerships the way it should work! Samaritan’s Purse & other faith-based groups rebuild homes in Eagle for flood victims…6:36 PM Jul 16th from TwitterBerry
True American Idols: 250 more heroic soldiers from 6th Squadron, 17th Cav rtn from Iraq deployment on Friday. Thank you Warriors, God bless3:48 PM Jul 16th from TwitterBerry
Palin’s tax suspension requested to continue. http://tinyurl.com/laxb4r3:42 PM Jul 16th from web
I’m asking lawmakers to continue my admin’s fuel tax suspension; hard to swallow notion that some want to tax AKn’s fuel! Stand by for info:3:39 PM Jul 16th from TwitterBerry
Head to Juneau tmrw, 1 weekend event is annual Governor’s Cup 5k & Kids 1-mi Race; Piper to set up H2O table @ the house for parched racers11:56 AM Jul 16th from TwitterBerry
Rtn from Homer this morn;readying for village events w/AK Energy Authority & Mayor Middy Johnson;his tireless wk in WestAK is example 4 all!11:42 AM Jul 16th from TwitterBerry
Another ethics complaint was rejected by AK Personnel Board. See http://tinyurl.com/lsjsjm11:37 PM Jul 15th from web
Yes it was another outstanding day in AK seeing things the rest of America should see;applicable life lessons we’re blessed to see firsthand10:45 PM Jul 15th from TwitterBerry
& mama bear doesn’t look 2 anyone else 2 hand her anything; biologists say she works harder than males, is provider/protector for the future10:40 PM Jul 15th from TwitterBerry
protect & provide for her young;She sees danger?She brazenly rises up on strong hind legs, growls Don’t Touch My Cubs & the species survives10:38 PM Jul 15th from TwitterBerry
Great day w/bear management wildlife biologists; much to see in wild territory incl amazing creatures w/mama bears’ gutteral raw instinct to10:34 PM Jul 15th from TwitterBerry
Condolences to the family of former Rep. Johnny Gonzales. http://tinyurl.com/m82erw2:28 PM Jul 15th from web
Alaska wins intervention ruling on oil & gas OCS leasing case. Defending job opportunities for AKns http://tinyurl.com/n39tbu8:53 PM Jul 14th from web
Great news for Eagle’s flood victims – manufacturer’s construction crew will build first pre-fab house Thursday!6:07 PM Jul 14th from web
Appreciate all the men & women fighting AK’s wildfires across state. Latest details @ http://tinyurl.com/nms7cd & http://tinyurl.com/ma6tnf6:06 PM Jul 14th from web
On Peninsula to hook up w/AK Dpt Fish & Game;outstanding work managing wildlife resources for abundance;look forward to spending time w them4:19 PM Jul 14th from TwitterBerry
Ethics issue would almost be funny if it weren’t such an abuse of justice. AKns deserve our public resources be used wisely, not frivolously4:06 PM Jul 14th from TwitterBerry
Are these constant, wasteful thumped-up ethics charges result of not caving when the filer begged for job? More frivolous chrgs filed today:3:51 PM Jul 14th from TwitterBerry
Obama’s Cap & Tax is huge threat to AK economy, my op-ed published in WashPost attached: http://tinyurl.com/lkbqrx1:54 PM Jul 14th from web
Our thoughts and prayers are with former ANC Assemblyman Allan Tesche’s family during this difficult time.1:46 PM Jul 14th from web
DC plan for Cap & Trade (huge tax) hurts AK’s potential to supply more than 20% of US energy incl nat gas pipeline, see WashPost OpEd today9:16 AM Jul 14th from TwitterBerry
“Criticism is something easily avoided by saying nothing, doing nothing, being nothing.”Aristotle Don’t fear it;it means u make a difference12:29 AM Jul 14th from TwitterBerry
Daughter just returned from NBC basketball tour in Italy full of Coach Fred Crowell’s inspiration; may we all grasp what they learned like:12:20 AM Jul 14th from TwitterBerry
Kids:be more concerned w/your character vs reputation bc character is what you are, reputation is merely what others think you are. J Wooden10:44 PM Jul 13th from TwitterBerry
Also this wk:Unalakleet sign PCE for rural energy challenges. Discussion there: state’s part in mtg enrgy needs incl conservation/renewables5:16 PM Jul 13th from TwitterBerry
Jewel in AK crown:McNeil Rvr Bear Sanctuary, research/viewing opportunity unsurpassed there. Fish & Game & I go see protection boundary tmrw4:57 PM Jul 13th from TwitterBerry
Signed reso to protect our H2O/environment from oil spills; AK has most stringent laws/oversight, see http://tinyurl.com/n5qhtd4:51 PM Jul 13th from web
Weathered out of Valdez so in Anch office to deal w/tug escort support for oil laden vessels out of port.3:14 PM Jul 13th from TwitterBerry
Thankful our Warriors return; 250 Ft Wainwright soldiers arrive after Iraq deployment. Thank God, & thank them for service.8:44 AM Jul 13th from web
Also in Valdez (No.America’s northernmost ice free port) sign law to require Comm Fish Info Commission to share data w/Reg Dev Org @ no cost10:40 PM Jul 12th from TwitterBerry
Tomorrow: I speak to oil tanker escort issue in morning in Valdez; Lt Gov Parnell speaks about Admin’s priorities @ Anch Chamber of Commerce10:29 PM Jul 12th from TwitterBerry
That last twitter means ACES succeeds as promised:open AK for competitive, free market to explore/develop NEW resource devlp opportunities!6:55 PM Jul 12th from TwitterBerry
AK is the place to invest. 15 new oil & gas explorers rcvd $193M cash from State for their tax credits in FY09. http://tinyurl.com/l2y68b10:50 AM Jul 12th from web
See infrastructure @ work today: free Port of Anch tour (transport stop for nearly 85% of all AK goods); show your kids how we import/export8:48 AM Jul 12th from TwitterBerry
Hope as nice tomorrow: in Valdez for Oil Tanker Escort issue;support double-hulled vessels for safer transport of millions gallons of crude8:18 AM Jul 12th from TwitterBerry
Perfect roadtrip day for AKns to hit Talkeetna!Mt McKinley climbing base town’s bluegrass fest is a blast & prob see moose/bear on the way8:06 AM Jul 12th from TwitterBerry
selfish & immoral bc it robs their future opportunities!”If there is trouble, let it be in my day, that my child may have peace”Thomas Paine11:02 PM Jul 11th from TwitterBerry
More talk of #2 “Stimulus” Pkg? Please no- for so many reasons- incl the 1st one hasn’t done what’s promised, & debt forced on AKn kids is..10:54 PM Jul 11th from TwitterBerry
@ our Communications Asst’s wedding on beautiful AK afternoon- YEP friends are taking time for an enjoyable momentous moment in Kate’s life!4:39 PM Jul 11th from TwitterBerry
Problem w/Professional Politicians:They’re more concerned w/holding a title in perpetuity than just accomplishing goals they promised voters8:17 AM Jul 11th from TwitterBerry
Caution w/new “short-term 1-time only” Stimulus Pkg programs:”The nearest thing to eternal life we’ll see on earth is a govt program”-Reagan8:01 AM Jul 11th from TwitterBerry
Love those Fairbanks constituents who appreciate our Constitution protections via 2nd & 10th Amendment bills/resos event today Thnx Frbnks!10:37 PM Jul 10th from TwitterBerry
Chief of Staff releases stmnt on 19th frivolous ethics complaint. Says Ethics Act repeatedly abused. http://tinyurl.com/kvud5e9:38 PM Jul 10th from web
More precious time, public & private resources wasted today w yet another frivolous false ethics charge, I’ll send presser. So sorry, Alaska8:51 PM Jul 10th from TwitterBerry
Further protecting AKns gun rights by signing legislation today in beautiful Fairbanks. http://tinyurl.com/mk37l86:49 PM Jul 10th from web
Appointed to Arts, Architects, Seafood Marketing and Worker’ Comp today. Thanks for stepping up to serve. http://tinyurl.com/lsxsy32:19 PM Jul 10th from web
AG holds press conf today re our smooth transition as S.Parnell is handed reins to avoid Gov’s “lame duck” session-It’s best for AK progress12:26 PM Jul 10th from TwitterBerry
Here’s press release on the judicial appointments. 3 AKns who’ll serve with distinction and honor. http://tinyurl.com/myyycc10:33 AM Jul 10th from web
I appointed three strong, sharp individuals today to administer justice in AK communities. Stand by for press release announcing new judges:10:21 AM Jul 10th from TwitterBerry
afford stalled production of AK-owned oil in these volatile times; 15 billion barrels have traveled the line & there’s much more underground8:16 AM Jul 10th from TwitterBerry
Alyeska tells AKns that w the slowdown of oil flow in TAPS it’s imperative for pipeline efficiency to carry more crude; AK & the US can’t…8:08 AM Jul 10th from TwitterBerry
….”Most newspapermen by definition have to be liberal; if they’re not, by my definition, they can hardly be good newspapermen” W. Cronkite11:45 PM Jul 9th from TwitterBerry
Anxious for Fairbanks radio visit tomorrow re: 2nd Amendment! We have rockin’ surprise guest. Candidly, I love radio vs some newspapers bc..11:42 PM Jul 9th from TwitterBerry
We move forward w/ smooth transition, Parnell keeps cabinet 100% intact http://tinyurl.com/m4mrmx6:10 PM Jul 9th from web
Vetted judge candidates today from Anch Office, 3 more judges to be announced soon to begin work for AKns interpretting law, not making law6:06 PM Jul 9th from TwitterBerry
Todd and I share the sorrow felt by so many as Ft Rich soldier makes ultimate sacrifice http://tinyurl.com/lror4q10:21 AM Jul 9th from web
So AK kids: take time to take your parents fishing: “You learn more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation” -Plato8:45 AM Jul 9th from TwitterBerry
Smilin’ dipnetters fill freezers tomorrow- Fish & Game opens Kenai fishery; I’ll be up North for 2nd Amendment legislation/policy in Frbanks8:35 AM Jul 9th from TwitterBerry
Thanks to Stan Hooley, Iditarod workers & town of McGrath for honoring animal caregivers today. Nice event, great place to extend Vet Board!11:00 PM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
Working tomorrow on Fairbanks Superior Court nominee list. It’s an honor & humbling responsibility to choose who works for AKns in Judiciary10:46 PM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
And here’s Coeur’s press release on the Supreme Courts ruling @ http://tinyurl.com/ncbj8o10:05 PM Jul 8th from web
The 9th Circuit had to dissolve injunction; barrier to Kensington Mine project is gone- good jobs on the way; stand by 4 press announcement8:20 PM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
Flew over McGrath area burn, met idolized smokejumpers (for bravery, strength, love of outdoors!) I appreciate their work in volatile areas2:45 PM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
Success in assisting orphaned moose calves this yr; Fish & Game soon releases them into the wild, thanks for everyones coordinated effort.1:48 PM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
Forestry says 64 active wildfires (500,000 acres) so suspend burn permits in Mat-Su/Kenai. That’s billowing smoke u see in Interior & Anch12:57 PM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
Today,try this: “Act in accordance to your conscience -risk- by pursuing larger vision in opposition to popular, powerful pressure”-unknown8:12 AM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
Couple of thoughts for the day on beautiful bright AK morn:”You have to sacrifice to win. That’s my philosophy in 6 words.”- George Allen. &8:03 AM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
…NO ONE can measure DC’s 1st attempt @ growing debt to “fix” prob. AK seeks development, industry, jobs for econ recovery vs growing govt7:38 AM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
Talk in DC of a 2nd “Stimulus” Pkg: Impacts on AK? We’d be partaking in even more Big Govt largess & immoral natl debt accumulation when…7:26 AM Jul 8th from TwitterBerry
Kotz trip gave Labor Commish & me opp to speak to young AKns re resource develop. jobs we want AKns to have 1st shot bc work ethic is there11:45 PM Jul 7th from TwitterBerry
Travel in morning to McGrath, famed Iditarod Race check point, to recognize AK’s care for animals via Veterinary Board recognition/extension10:52 PM Jul 7th from TwitterBerry
Packed house in Kotzebue. Signed VPSO bill…check it out at http://tinyurl.com/msn2xm7:19 PM Jul 7th from web
I am so sorry for our country’s loss. See http://tinyurl.com/knyz8r4:25 PM Jul 7th from web
Refreshing to be in Kotzebue to honor VPSOs; Native dancers, whaling captains, lots of beautiful kids loving the annual Trade Fair- perfect!4:01 PM Jul 7th from TwitterBerry
Grateful Todd left fishing grnds to join me this wkend; but now he’s back slaying salmon & working the kids @ the site; anxious to join ‘em!2:01 PM Jul 5th from TwitterBerry
As has been the case for decades, family is commercial fishing in Bristol Bay-I look forward to joining the work crew for 1 day picking fish1:54 PM Jul 5th from TwitterBerry
Attached is my “thank you” sent yesterday to express gratitude, & smack down lies at same time http://tinyurl.com/q28wl511:53 AM Jul 5th from web
Trying to keep up w/getting truth to u, like proof there’s no “FBI scandal”, here’s link http://tinyurl.com/nzlae8 Thanks, AK!11:19 AM Jul 5th from web
so I’ll make attempt to keep up w/attaching corrected info. I head 2 West AK villages today, look forward to their busy comm fish activity!8:18 AM Jul 5th from TwitterBerry
Critics are spinning, so hang in there as they feed false info on the right decision made as I enter last yr in office to not run again….8:09 AM Jul 5th from TwitterBerry
To see full text of the letter from my attorney on baseless allegations of past 24hrs check http://tinyurl.com/mmhv4u10:15 PM Jul 4th from web
See letter from my attorney on baseless allegations of past 24hrs @ http://tinyurl.com/l4ct5n9:03 PM Jul 4th from web
Our VPSOs r great contributors to rural communities, we’ve worked hard to see them recognized & rewarded; Kotzebue hub appreciates them too!4:04 PM Jul 4th from TwitterBerry
Look forward to work on bill that will soon become law: HB106 Village Public Safety Officers. Trip to Kotzebue this wk for great cause…4:02 PM Jul 4th from TwitterBerry
Funny! In the words of my sis:Aren’t the same ones w/fake twitter sites & blogs crying “she’s ‘abandoning’ us” the same ones wishing u gone?3:49 PM Jul 4th from TwitterBerry
Unfortunately fake “Gov Sarah Palin” twitter sites r doing their thing today:unscrupulous, untrue- so sorry if u recv false info @ fake site3:12 PM Jul 4th from TwitterBerry
Pretty great parade in downtown Juneau- lots of celebration of Independence & Alaska’s 50th Anniversary of Statehood, our “Year of Jubilee”1:35 PM Jul 4th from TwitterBerry
Military families: Most special July 4 shout-out to you! Spouses, kids, parents, families of troops – THANKS for supporting our true heroes9:15 AM Jul 4th from TwitterBerry
Happy for hard working Alaskans who get a sunny break tomorrow to celebrate the Fourth of July – be safe, enjoy friends, thank the troops!10:42 PM Jul 3rd from TwitterBerry
You can read the text of my announcement today @ http://tinyurl.com/klqojg and watch the video @ http://tinyurl.com/n3r72w9:37 PM Jul 3rd from web
In Juneau- gorgeous & 82¤ on eve of Independence Day. Thinking of our vets who kept us free & our troops keeping us free today: THANK YOU!8:25 PM Jul 3rd from TwitterBerry
Check out Lt. Gov. Parnell’s response re: my announcement today @ http://tinyurl.com/l8xv3v3:02 PM Jul 3rd from web
We’ll soon attach info on decision to not seek re-election… this is in Alaska’s best interest, my family’s happy… it is good, stay tuned1:15 PM Jul 3rd from TwitterBerry
AKns deserve opportunity to be heard on this important family issue. Read more @ http://bit.ly/12NpZr4:36 PM Jul 2nd from web
Sign me up: LG’s office certified Parent Notification initiative. I’m ready to be 1st in line to sign petition supporting AK’s families.4:35 PM Jul 2nd from web
Best of luck to Scotty Gomez, AK’s greatest hockey player, as he joins up w/ Montreal Canadians.1:17 PM Jul 2nd from web
Welcome home to our courageous soldiers from Task Force 49’s 6th Squadron, 17th Cavalry, recently returned to Eielson AFB.10:00 AM Jul 2nd from web
Links to photos & presser for HB 172: http://bit.ly/K1QoS & http://bit.ly/m36C85:02 PM Jul 1st from web
Gorgeous day in ANC for bill signing! Many thanks to APU for use of campus to ceremonially sign HB 172, re: student loans & ASLC. More…5:01 PM Jul 1st from web
Many thanks to our excellent public servants at State Dpt of Law for all they do protecting & representing AKns. http://bit.ly/UWAsg3:28 PM Jul 1st from web
ALso, Dpt of Labor renews statewide hiring preference for AKns. State working to keep & create good jobs here at home! http://bit.ly/eP9Pp12:07 PM Jul 1st from web
Great Read: op-ed by Labor Com. Click Bishop on the State’s good efforts to provide job opportunity, training for AKns. http://bit.ly/whHIQ12:06 PM Jul 1st from web
Congratulations to Anchorage Mayor Dan Sullivan as he is sworn in today! I look forward to working with him.10:59 AM Jul 1st from web
Our asst AGs had KEY role in protecting rights as a state vs 9th Circuit in cases re: DNA evidence & Kensington Mine development/new jobs7:06 AM Jul 1st from TwitterBerry
Today I meet w/Asst AGs seeing in past 2 weeks US Supreme Ct twice reversed the US Ct of Appeals for 9th Circuit in cases important to AK…6:58 AM Jul 1st from TwitterBerry
Anch Office: signed Governor-sponsored HB172 into law, ceremonial signing & discussion Education Loans/Loan Funds tomorrow @ AK Pacific Univ5:55 PM Jun 30th from TwitterBerry
Standing room only reported @ AM Kensington Mine Celebration w/JNU COC. Good words re: positive Supreme Court decision & moving forward.12:35 PM Jun 30th from TwitterBerry
Good news for AK, Exxon won’t contest the interest it owes for 1989 spill. $500 million in interest was court ordered.4:30 PM Jun 29th from TwitterBerry
I dont support Waxman-Markey bill; I’ll work w/AK Senators & others to address concerns, lacks flexibility needed to protect enviro & develp3:53 PM Jun 29th from TwitterBerry
Is it ok to hack emails? Go thru someone’s mail & broadcast what you stole? Nope, not ok to most Americans.TN proceedings tomorrow to decide3:21 PM Jun 29th from TwitterBerry
TN proceedings begin tomorrow re: democrat lawmaker’s son’s hacking my & my family’s personal, private email then broadcasting them on net.3:17 PM Jun 29th from TwitterBerry
23 individuals announced this week: service on 9 boards & commissions from all walks of life. AKns thank you!12:04 PM Jun 29th from TwitterBerry
Suppressed EPA memos may help explain why r position on climate change & polar bear population became controversial/misunderstood. Read ‘em10:31 AM Jun 29th from TwitterBerry
Article talks about progress, competition, & producers coming to the table… this is AGIA at work! http://bit.ly/sreYA10:27 AM Jun 29th from web
Great article spotlighting AKN Drue Pearce, Fed Coordinator for AK’s future gasline which will provide clean, natural gas to AKns & the US.10:26 AM Jun 29th from web
Defense Dept plan to stop progress @ AK Ft Greely missile silos may be reversed w/new Senate bill. I’ll support efforts to halt defense cuts8:43 AM Jun 29th from TwitterBerry
Meet w Sen Begich this wk will discuss Ag Sec’s review of Forest Service inventoried roadless policy/Tongass exemption; hopefully it remains8:34 AM Jun 29th from TwitterBerry
I may get nowhere w/DoD efforts to fully fund troops’ rtn trips so pls join charity drive to raise $ for flights. Nonsense troops must pay!10:05 PM Jun 28th from TwitterBerry
In Anch. I’ll cont to work on Dept of Defense to fund soldiers’ trip home. Unacceptable to hear AK troops’ flts aren’t fully covered by DoD9:57 PM Jun 28th from TwitterBerry
Thank you Wasilla for Trail of Healing! May God bless efforts of reconciliation; it shall be manifested in more respect for AKs First People11:39 PM Jun 27th from TwitterBerry
Trail of Healing: Moller, Will Mayo, other Native leaders say important to remember past as we move forward, but must not live in the past11:31 PM Jun 27th from TwitterBerry
John Moller attends Trail of Healing for admin today, says it was “awesome”! Many Natives from all tribes & non-natives from around AK went11:25 PM Jun 27th from TwitterBerry
Sacrificial soldiers who fought for freedom put it all in perspective: time/resources wasted on pettiness is futile- ask what really matters8:06 PM Jun 27th from TwitterBerry
To grasp the caring, sweet spirit of medical team @ Landstuhl will change your life. They serve, along w troops, something greater than self7:50 PM Jun 27th from TwitterBerry
Frankfurt: AK Guard leadrs Campbell & Choate w/staff & soldiers @ Landstuhl Med Cntr; Canadian, US & other allied troops treated together…7:47 PM Jun 27th from TwitterBerry
LtGen Campbell & I now n Germany=visit wounded warriors seek to do more to help these deserving patriots than mere visit they sacrifice much1:02 AM Jun 27th from TwitterBerry
Guard promotion ceremony capped great day; far away overseas it’s our Bethel/Fbnks/Valley/Anch/Kodiak/Kotz + more troops represnting us well9:47 PM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
More info on 1st Lt Brian Bradshaw, a fallen American hero. http://bit.ly/lSj7b5:12 PM Jun 26th from web
Condolences to family of Ft Rich soldier who died in Afghanistan on Thurs. 1st Lt Brian Bradshaw, hero, died in Operation Enduring Freedom4:56 PM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
We’re optimistic Emmonak’s summer chum salmon fishery will open next week. Fishery would provide needed jobs, a TRUE economic booster!2:36 PM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
John also met w/CNN reporter while in Emmonak & shared welcomed GOOD NEWS of region…as a result, highly unlikely interview will air:)12:50 PM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
John Moller just returned from Emmonak, reports 50% of residents have subsistence needs met already, others confident they can do the same.12:48 PM Jun 26th from web
Good update re Rural Advisor John Moller’s recnt Emmonak trip, great news he reports; we’ll twitter assuming press won’t pick up good news.12:42 PM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
BBQ w troops in aviation hanger; huge AK flag cake in their honor; ran w PT/Security along Camp Bondsteel rds into sunset; Q&A w leadership12:31 PM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
More Reagan “Freedom’s never more than 1 generation away from extinction We didn’t pass it to children in bloodstream it must be fought for”6:28 AM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
Why U.S. peace missions for freedom? “America is still the abiding alternative to tyranny. That is our purpose in the world.” Ronald R …6:23 AM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
Met w Lithuanian Minister of Defense, Rasa Jukneviciene. She’s a conservative in Parliament here for Change of Command & peacekeeping exercz6:16 AM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
I’ll send pics to Aces & KWHL (they’ll appreciate it) of Alaska Aviators here in Kosovo eating breakfst under our blue AK Aces hockey jersey4:49 AM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
Walked Kosovo streets w/ KFOR troops, folks chatted about their interest in U.S. & they knew a lot about Alaska! Taught them Yupik greetings4:46 AM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
Spoke to Task Force Falcon this morn + 100’s of troops from throughout US, & allies; audience of true heroes who sacrifice much for freedom4:42 AM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
Now in Faik Konica school, our troops helping local students learn English along w/Pristina interpreters. Enthused kids thankful for U.S.3:42 AM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry
So glad to be here in Kosovo visiting AK’s courageous Nat’l Guardsmen & women. More details on trip @ http://bit.ly/16wxcC5:38 PM Jun 25th from web
Pleased US Commerce Secretary Locke approved fishery council nominees. Thanks to Dersham & Hull for willingness to serve http://bit.ly/UBYLG2:39 PM Jun 25th from web
“Children are the most precious ingredient in the world” – Laura Ingraham. Stay tuned for authentic pics of just 1 of those precious ones…1:02 PM Jun 25th from TwitterBerry
Take a look: here’s a video that Trig, Piper & I taped in support of Special Olympics. http://bit.ly/zrRht12:11 PM Jun 25th from web
Perfectly beautiful babies like Trig, & countless others like him, add a special quality to our world. Here’s Trig: http://bit.ly/12v0E612:08 PM Jun 25th from web
So humbling to see our troops over here making great sacrifices (their family sacrifices, too) for the cause for freedom. Please honor them11:58 AM Jun 25th from TwitterBerry
State disaster unemplymt assistance available for workers affected by Yukon Kuskokwim flooding. Must apply by July 23 http://bit.ly/KUczJ3:26 PM Jun 24th from web
Signed State Training & Employment Program bill, continuing 20 successful yrs of training AKns for good jobs. http://tinyurl.com/llutje10:29 AM Jun 24th from web
Travel now to bring appreciation from their Alaska family & Natl Guard leadership to heroes in US European Command’s area of responsibility5:31 AM Jun 24th from TwitterBerry
Smile AK! Signed Adult Dental bill (HB 26) over weekend. Now more AKns can get checkups & prevent costly dental problems before they begin.8:19 PM Jun 23rd from TwitterBerry
Got Fed ok for Adjutant Gen Campbell, Command Sgt Major Choate and me to travel to our Ak Army Natl Guard troops on Wed. Glad to go to them5:02 PM Jun 23rd from TwitterBerry
Make that 15… we now have 15 ethics complaints dismissed against me & my staff. More info on latest dismissal @ http://tinyurl.com/kl7urt4:00 PM Jun 23rd from TwitterBerry
Just signed HB 63 in support of AK’s women & children. Together, we CAN make a difference & end Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault in AK.10:36 AM Jun 23rd from TwitterBerry
Tomorrow I expand Council to end domestic violence, sex abuse, exploitation. AK’s rates- too high; victims must be empowered to lv situation10:29 PM Jun 22nd from TwitterBerry
Left USS Stennis w overwhelming pride for US Military… in AK for Northern Edge training bc of our vast land, waters, strategic location5:41 PM Jun 22nd from TwitterBerry
Court’s ruling a green light for responsible resource dvpmt. Kensington to produce up to 370 needed jobs for AKns. http://tinyurl.com/mbnd2j2:33 PM Jun 22nd from web
All shook up – quake of 5.3 hit Southcentral late this morning. Thankful there are no reports of injury or damage. http://tinyurl.com/lhgc6z2:26 PM Jun 22nd from web
U.S. Supreme Court ruling comes down on Kensington Mine project today; stand by for good news on responsible development & great jobs for AK8:37 AM Jun 22nd from TwitterBerry
Todd and I head to USS Stennis Aircraft Carrier today, driving to Elmendorf now.6:39 AM Jun 22nd from TwitterBerry
Women worldwide watching Iran protests led by women demanding fair election & equality; their voices loud, strong; they will usher in change8:19 AM Jun 21st from TwitterBerry
Happy Father’s Day to every dad, everywhere! I’m thankful for my dad’s lessons re: no one will just hand you anything, you must work for it9:16 PM Jun 20th from TwitterBerry
W/deadly Iranian protests let us be thankful for, & supportive of, U.S. Military defending OUR democracy & freedom. God protect the innocent12:46 PM Jun 20th from TwitterBerry
Summer Solstice reminds us every second in AK’s gorgeous summer is unmatched so enjoy! Go outside get fresh air, keeps things in perspective12:36 PM Jun 20th from TwitterBerry
Check out the Coast Guard’s press release w/photos of our MOU signing from last nights meeting in Juneau @ http://tinyurl.com/ktq34812:34 PM Jun 20th from web
Back in Juneau where there’s never drought… Met w/Coast Guard Admiral Brooks & team incl Kids Don’t Float efforts. I’ll sign bills to …7:49 PM Jun 19th from TwitterBerry
Great AKn & former LG Red Boucher passed away today at 88. Grateful for his yrs of service. Todd & I offer thoughts, prayers for his family.5:33 PM Jun 19th from TwitterBerry
Congrats to Kate & Abbey – July & Aug brides-to-be in the ANC office. God bless you & your future marriages! http://tinyurl.com/ndpuey2:46 PM Jun 19th from web
Wrapped up energy mtgs in Anchorage yesterday so heading to Juneau; will work w/ Coast Guard today on memos of cooperative efforts, sign MOA8:30 AM Jun 19th from TwitterBerry
Met w/Ormat CEO to explore geothermal potential on Mt Spurr’s leased lands. Promising plans for alternative sources turning into electricity4:25 PM Jun 18th from TwitterBerry
As N.Korea continues threatening actions, US must strengthen security measures, fund vital & necessary programs. http://tinyurl.com/nlfcq94:12 PM Jun 18th from TwitterBerry
Looking forward to meeting w/fed coordinators for AK gas transportation projects, Drue Pearce & Adm. Barrett, in Anchorage office today.2:07 PM Jun 18th from TwitterBerry
Headed to Ft. Rich for great event honoring Army’s non-commissioned officers & to present proc, sign SJR 17 naming 2009 as “Yr of the NCO.”11:01 AM Jun 18th from TwitterBerry
One day in & Attorney Gen. Sullivan already fighting for AK’s interests, seeking off-shore oil, gas development http://tinyurl.com/md25ze8:18 PM Jun 17th from web
Lots of happy construction workers just kicked off Goose Creek prison project – loved all the hard hats and steel toed boots on the ground.5:25 PM Jun 17th from TwitterBerry
Just spoke w/Marc Hoffmeister & Operation Denali climbing team – they called from the mountain’s summit! So proud of their courage & spirit!11:12 AM Jun 17th from web
I join Auto Dealers today for kids’ safety seat law/promo. NOTHING more important than safety of our babies: Life’s most precious ingredient9:51 AM Jun 17th from TwitterBerry
1st Cabinet mtg for Attny Gen Sullivan. Justice swears him in, Anchorage Gov’s Office. Cabinet agenda inc AGIA update, pertains to all depts9:30 AM Jun 17th from TwitterBerry
Great comments re safe offshore drilling by Lt Gov Parnell published today, asks Interior Dept to use tools in hand to meet court’s concerns6:43 AM Jun 17th from TwitterBerry
New prison construction begins @ Point Mackenzie, groundbreaking today. Depts of Labor & Corrections to speak on jobs & rehab assoc w/it.6:26 AM Jun 17th from TwitterBerry
More info on AK’s new AG nom! http://tinyurl.com/lofx863:12 PM Jun 16th from TwitterBerry
Just announced Daniel S. Sullivan as AK’s attorney general. He’s accomplished & committed to AK, & I’m confident he’ll serve AKns well.1:49 PM Jun 16th from TwitterBerry
Great read in Petroleum News re: ACES formula working as intended to benefit AK, while treating Industry fairly. http://tinyurl.com/mr9sfd11:26 AM Jun 16th from TwitterBerry
Link to info on court’s ruling re: Exxon to pay interest to AKns so adversely affected 20 yrs ago. http://tinyurl.com/mb3vc39:29 AM Jun 16th from TwitterBerry
Forthcoming report to be attached re: Exxon required to pay interest on earlier judgment; a win for AKns concerned about safe development8:24 AM Jun 16th from TwitterBerry
Pleasant Anch morn for drive to Kenai/Soldotna, Cabinet & I anxious to see Pen. constituents- not many travel to Juneau, so we’ll go there.7:59 AM Jun 16th from TwitterBerry
AGA statement: “critical AKn resources will help all Americans more cleanly run homes & power way of life.” More@http://tinyurl.com/ljm7lo2:50 PM Jun 15th from web
Appointed former AK Sen. Steve Rieger as trustee to AK Permanent Fund Corp. Board. I know he’ll serve AK well! http://tinyurl.com/m8rkjz2:19 PM Jun 15th from web
Travel to Kenai Peninsula to enact numerous bills into law tomorrow; talk about resource development; present Cabinet members to great AKns5:01 AM Jun 15th from TwitterBerry
Urge Alaskans to celebrate American Flag Day by proudly displaying our symbol of freedom & united pride in the greatest country on earth!6:17 AM Jun 14th from TwitterBerry
DOT&PF leads for Saturday’s 5th Annual Stream Clean-Up to rid waterways of trash. Thanks for keeping AK pristine! http://tinyurl.com/lpw4o89:31 AM Jun 13th from TwitterBerry
Congrats to Pittsburgh Penguins! Former ACES, Chris Minard, wins Stanley Cup. Alaska is so proud – ACES producers winners.7:55 PM Jun 12th from TwitterBerry
We’re gearing up for a beautiful summer in AK, full of boating, swimming & fishing – plan ahead & bring lifejackets for BOTH adults & kids.5:47 PM Jun 12th from web
Our AK Nat’l Guard team is in Mat-Su, Interior & Kaktovik to help vets take advantage of well-deserved benefits.http://tinyurl.com/lvf4jo4:49 PM Jun 12th from web
EIA estimates US energy consumption will INCREASE by 44% in next 20 yrs. We MUST utilize our local energy sources. http://tinyurl.com/lesekh3:17 PM Jun 12th from web
Congrats and Happy Birthday to Pres Bush 41. Skydiving on his 85th birthday!12:26 PM Jun 12th from TwitterBerry
Kudos to Education Com. Larry LeDoux for great op-ed re: State’s hard work on behalf of AK’s students & schools. http://tinyurl.com/ny4o5911:41 AM Jun 12th from web
Spoke to NBC this morn re AGIA natural gasline to flow clean burning energy thru AK. Win for environment, economy, natl security. BIG step.5:28 AM Jun 12th from TwitterBerry
Audio from today’s AGIA press conf. http://tinyurl.com/mfnnql & pics from the historic announcement http://tinyurl.com/cgrymp5:26 PM Jun 11th from web
Here’s a link to AGIA page providing detailed info on TC/Exxon partnership http://tinyurl.com/muuylq5:21 PM Jun 11th from web
Forthcoming radio actualities from today’s AGIA press conf. Clear explanations & answers re: exciting BIG news on AK’s gasline announcement5:07 PM Jun 11th from TwitterBerry
Final Link: Presser announcing TransCanada as worthy recipient of AGIA license. http://tinyurl.com/msvuns12:28 PM Jun 11th from web
More info re: a historic FIVE companies bidding for AGIA license. Landmark progress on project 30 yrs in making. http://tinyurl.com/l84uv412:26 PM Jun 11th from web
Presser on AK Legislature’s 57-1 vote to pass AGIA: http://tinyurl.com/kjkkro.12:22 PM Jun 11th from web
More context on AGIA: Here’s presser re unveiling of AGIA, my 1st few months in office: http://tinyurl.com/kvuruo.12:18 PM Jun 11th from web
Here’s link to presser & photos re: TC/Exxon partnership. http://tinyurl.com/l3bsq9 & http://tinyurl.com/kv42oh.12:09 PM Jun 11th from web
Info on today’s announcement re: deal reached by TransCanada & ExxonMobil thru AGIA. Historic deal & day in AK & US energy history.12:00 PM Jun 11th from web
Appreciate Sec. Salazar, Sens Murkowski & Begich, Rep Young – this morn we discussed need for Ak’s natural gas to flow into hungry markets.8:51 AM Jun 11th from TwitterBerry
In volatile world time is NOW to develop AK resources for environment, economy, natl security. AGIA moves pipeline ahead;news in coming days4:45 AM Jun 11th from TwitterBerry
Here’s a great article re: why & how ANWR should be opened responsibly. http://tinyurl.com/ljhv825:41 PM Jun 10th from TwitterBerry
Disappointed Congress once again voted to keep Americans dependent on foreign energy by keeping ANWR closed.5:39 PM Jun 10th from TwitterBerry
Congratulations to former AG & new Mat-Su Borough Mayor Talis Colberg! I wish him all the best in his new role. http://tinyurl.com/l9kvrm4:44 PM Jun 10th from TwitterBerry
Despicable act of hatred @ Natl Holocaust Museum today. Our hearts & prayers are w/victims of the shootings. God bless our Jewish community.12:57 PM Jun 10th from TwitterBerry
Check out new DOT&PF website, designed to keep villagers informed on clearing progress re: flooding & ice jam http://tinyurl.com/nf8eze8:17 PM Jun 9th from TwitterBerry
Listen to Operation Denali team’s call-in from the mountain on Purple Heart Radio. www.purpleheartradio.com3:13 PM Jun 9th from TwitterBerry
Track heroic Operation Denali as they climb N.A’s highest mountain. GPS shows they are 2 days ahead of schedule! http://tinyurl.com/nm77bs3:12 PM Jun 9th from TwitterBerry
Check out DHSS’ coverage of H1N1 in AK. Info updated daily @ http://tinyurl.com/ld4oge12:49 PM Jun 9th from TwitterBerry
Congrats to AK’s good Dept of Public Safety Com. Joe Masters. With 2 graduations completed, ALL DPS trooper vacancies filled by end of June!8:05 AM Jun 9th from TwitterBerry
Here’s a link re: older AKns & Medicare http://tinyurl.com/ljott2, & a great read by former LG of NY http://tinyurl.com/c44ah510:41 PM Jun 8th from TwitterBerry
True reform should benefit, not neglect, older Americans, the very bedrock of society! In AK, 80,000 AKns age 60+, to be affected by reform.10:40 PM Jun 8th from TwitterBerry
RE: Admin’s health care reform: should take place in open, not behind closed doors. It must be sustainable, rather than “deficit neutral”10:39 PM Jun 8th from TwitterBerry
Great to see Sen. Murkowski in DC @ her Senate event – she’s one tough Alaskan, healing up from ski injury, working hard w/Energy Committee7:58 PM Jun 8th from TwitterBerry
Read more @ http://tinyurl.com/nvjfem3:07 PM Jun 8th from web
Oil prices rise to budgeted estimate; need fiscal restraint now more than ever, prices fluctuate – can’t count on big increases.3:06 PM Jun 8th from web
Appreciate US Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s expressed confidence in AK gasline & good committee work @ Fed level to assist in advancing project.2:51 PM Jun 8th from TwitterBerry
Met w/some great leaders to discuss nat’l security/energy & AK’s role. Honored to meet Sec Carlucci, Strobe Talbott, & Lt. Gen. Newbold.2:48 PM Jun 8th from TwitterBerry
Relieved AK family walked away uninjured from yesterday’s Lake Hood plane crash in Anchorage. http://tinyurl.com/m6tevm12:33 PM Jun 8th from TwitterBerry
Honoree @ NYs Independent Group Home Living; recognizing private/public partner & support to better lives for special needs in AK & Outside11:57 AM Jun 8th from TwitterBerry
In DC, will meet w AK’s Washington office (John Katz) re: natural gas pipeline & readying AK for good movement on huge project for us & U.S.11:49 AM Jun 8th from TwitterBerry
VINE has provided 10 yrs of free, anonymous crime victim notification in AK. Learn more or sign up for notifications @ www.vinelink.com1:58 PM Jun 7th from TwitterBerry
Joined thousands of walkers @ Autism Speaks’ “Walk Now For Autism” in Purchase, NY. Honored to partner w/NY’rs in support of great cause.11:12 AM Jun 7th from TwitterBerry
Tomorrow’s Autism Speaks walk brings natl awareness to research needs. AK’s support for autistic community is commendable & we can do more4:02 PM Jun 6th from TwitterBerry
Amazing, gracious, hospitable city of Auburn spent the day honoring AK & our connections, via former Sec. Seward. Central NY is beautiful!1:27 PM Jun 6th from TwitterBerry
Let us never forget: 65 years ago today, D Day. Brave allied forces helping defeat tyranny. We owe so much to those who served then, & today4:42 AM Jun 6th from TwitterBerry
NY honors AK’s 50th Anniversay today w parade & events in William Seward’s hometown. Wise purchase of AK from Russia so we could help USA!4:40 AM Jun 6th from TwitterBerry
Tremendous Kelly Cup, SC took championship last night but Aces made all Alaska proud of our team. Exciting season, so great for AK. GO ACES!4:21 AM Jun 6th from TwitterBerry
Welcome Supreme Court’s selection of Justice Walter Carpeneti, who assumes Chief Justice position July 1st.2:15 AM Jun 6th from web
Warnings of fed stim pkg’s debilitating, costly strings attached: new doc proves my concerns anew. http://tinyurl.com/os753p6:33 PM Jun 5th from TwitterBerry
Many thanks for Pres. Hamilton’s many yrs of service at Univ of AK. His investment in UA will never be forgotten. http://tinyurl.com/p4awun5:27 PM Jun 5th from TwitterBerry
Here’s an interview w/Gary Olson, AK Moose Federation pres., on the Eddie Burke show re: orphaned moose calves. http://tinyurl.com/nxvw244:49 PM Jun 5th from TwitterBerry
After 4 yrs of excellent service to State of AK, Dr. Jay Butler is returning to CDC. We wish him all the best! http://tinyurl.com/r6zmh23:59 PM Jun 5th from TwitterBerry
Aces game is TONIGHT, not Sat (my mistake) Spoke to SC Governor, reminded him AK looks forward to winning the Cup & winning the bet. GO ACES3:31 PM Jun 5th from TwitterBerry
29 legislators part of standing room only crowd gathered to hear good news @ Project Coordinator Harry Noah’s AM in-state gasline update.2:36 PM Jun 5th from web
Aces win 3-2, we head to game 7, Kelly Cup Championship, on Sat. Alaska couldn’t be prouder! Go aces!4:16 AM Jun 5th from TwitterBerry
Announced the “stay of execution”, orphaned moose calves to be protected @ this time by Dept of Fish & Game. Long-term solution still needed6:28 PM Jun 4th from TwitterBerry
DOJ announces wish to release Pete Kott & Vic Kohring, claims trials tainted by prosecution. Here’s the link: http://tinyurl.com/qgzqxm4:01 PM Jun 4th from web
Difficult to fulfill CONSTITUTIONAL MANDATE to improve access & infrastructure in this era of litigation…3:29 PM Jun 4th from TwitterBerry
State appealing 02/13/09 court ruling ordering halt to all progress on JNU Access Project. http://tinyurl.com/q2r6693:29 PM Jun 4th from TwitterBerry
AK Gasline Project Coordinator Harry Noah to hold briefing @ LIO tomorrow. We’ll continue sharing good news of gasline progress w/AKns.2:50 PM Jun 4th from TwitterBerry
Latest info on AGIA progress http://tinyurl.com/r65s73, along with response to Sen. Begich’s office http://tinyurl.com/ogkbcp.2:13 PM Jun 4th from web
AGIA is working just as intended. AK Gasline moves closer to reality every day. Already historic progress, w/2 projects pre-filing w/FERC.2:13 PM Jun 4th from web
Reminder: AKns traveling overseas or crossing U.S. borders now need passport to do so. Kids under 16 can re-enter US w/birth certificate.9:42 AM Jun 4th from TwitterBerry
Great talk by Michael Reagan tonight. Encouraged by his conservative ideals & commonsense.10:20 PM Jun 3rd from TwitterBerry
On my way to intro Michael Reagan & hear him speak re: what his wise, innovative father, Pres. Reagan, would do in these challenging times.7:57 PM Jun 3rd from TwitterBerry
Enter AFN essay contest for AK Natives on recession, recovery & opportunity. AKns are our greatest resource! http://www.nativeinsight.org6:16 PM Jun 3rd from web
Thanks to Palmer & Pt. Mac work svc inmates for spring trash cleanup. Next project is planting willows for erosion control at Slipper Lake.4:10 PM Jun 3rd from web
Here’s link to press release regarding dismissal of 14th ethics complaint: http://tinyurl.com/oueurf2:58 PM Jun 3rd from web
We’ll attach press release re: win against Democrat blogger’s ethics charge that I shouldn’t wear my warm snowmachine coat to cold Iron Dog1:17 PM Jun 3rd from TwitterBerry
We won. Another expensive, time consuming false ethics charge thrown out. Remember the one: I wore my coat w/Arctic Cat logo & was charged?1:13 PM Jun 3rd from TwitterBerry
Read commissioners’ letter @ http://tinyurl.com/ogkbcp. Link to press release @ http://tinyurl.com/o59oc210:20 AM Jun 3rd from web
Appreciate AK commisioners’ letter providing accurate information on status & good progress of AGIA project to Sen. Begich’s office.10:18 AM Jun 3rd from web
AK’s poised to train next generation of workers w/great programs like Mat-Su Career & Tech HS. Learn more @ http://tinyurl.com/mwusxs7:48 AM Jun 3rd from TwitterBerry
Kudos to AK Dpt of Labor’s Construction Academies for providing great job training & placing new workers. http://www.alaskaca.org/7:42 AM Jun 3rd from TwitterBerry
Congrats to Nat’l Guardsman Roger LeBlanc, Fairview Elementary principal & 2009 Alaska Distinguished Principal! http://tinyurl.com/qamr9e9:31 PM Jun 2nd from TwitterBerry
ECHL Kelly Cup (AK Aces vs SC Stingrays) Game 6 SOLD OUT, even standing room. Highest hockey game attendance in Sullivan Arena history.7:25 PM Jun 2nd from TwitterBerry
S.Anchorage High boys, Service High girls took 1st in state soccer championships. ALL teams played well, set great example for fellow AKns5:08 PM Jun 2nd from web
Go to, http://tinyurl.com/poq2s3 for Pt. Thomson speech, or http://tinyurl.com/p49f6h for photos.3:27 PM Jun 2nd from web
Spoke to 300+ @ Pt. Thomson appreciation lunch. Thrilled 30 yr project finally coming to fruition. Dvpmt changes lives now & in yrs to come.3:26 PM Jun 2nd from web
After decades of planning, finally good, hard work accomplished in Pt Thomson unit! I’m thanking contractors/agencies for success @ luncheon1:29 PM Jun 2nd from web
Soon to board Ak Airlines for Anchorage; leaving beautiful 75• Juneau sun, & lots of tourists! l meet w/Exxon & Pogo Mine execs in morning.8:00 PM Jun 1st from web
AK monitoring NGA & CCSSO’s Common Core Standards dvpmt w/states.Must stabilize core before taking on new programs.http://tinyurl.com/kqougo2:14 PM Jun 1st from web
AK’s unemplmnt level dropped in April. State added 3,600 seasonal, private-sector jobs in construction & tourism. http://tinyurl.com/ltrsq912:42 PM Jun 1st from web
Must Read: Here’s link to article concerning N.Korea’s missile range & progress. http://tinyurl.com/kre9lh12:06 PM Jun 1st from web
Appreciate Sec Gates stop in AK. “Encourage” Washington to recognize need for AK’s defense systems as N Korea transports missiles. See link11:51 AM Jun 1st from web
Met w/President of Natl Sportsman Caucus, Alabama Rep.Michael Pitts; told him YES I’d be honored to join their cause for responsible access10:14 PM May 31st from web
Basketball camp starts tomorrow so Todd has kids packing hoop gear as I fly to Juneau. Look forward to upcoming wk incl Michael Reagan visit7:21 PM May 31st from web
I oppose moratorium on future missile deployments @ Ft Greely; this a principal focus of Defense Sec. Gates’ AK trip tomorrow w/Sen. Begich6:00 PM May 31st from web
Nice Sunday mtg before rtn to Juneau, honored to meet Aglow group; awesome faith-filled women seeking to serve & support. AK team is strong!1:08 PM May 31st from web
I met w/past NRA Pres. Sandy Froman yest. She’s Alaskan @ heart, respects our love for freedom & the Constitution. Welcome back to AK, Sandy9:48 AM May 31st from web
Keepin’ the dream alive! Thank you AK Aces! OT win last night brings Kelly Cup game 6 home Thurs. Bet w/SC Gov is alive too. Save Our Salmon9:26 AM May 31st from web
Kudos to crew of state ferry ‘Chenega’! Recv’d Coast Guard award for rescuing 3 AKns after boat capsized in 2007 http://tinyurl.com/nwbvro9:12 PM May 30th from web
I went north towards Glennallen, picked up Willow & Piper from camp. Gorgeous drive, new snow in hills but greenery reminds it’s almost June8:38 PM May 30th from web
For photos of Purple Heart ceremony & Operation Denali events honoring America’s heroes, go to http://tinyurl.com/cgrymp3:33 PM May 30th from TwitterBerry
Met w American Freedom Day Rally coordinators at Iditapark in Wasilla. Strong Patriots who love America. They throw good tea parties, too.1:15 PM May 30th from TwitterBerry
Was also at press conf anouncing Operation Denali, a climbing team of real American heroes! Follow their progress @http://tinyurl.com/nnmr3z1:07 PM May 30th from web
Just presented honored AKn Wayne Stackhouse w/long over-due Purple Heart for his service & sacrifice during Viet Nam war. Photos to come…11:53 AM May 30th from TwitterBerry
Met w/Education Com. LeDoux to review progress on State Education Plan & to discuss next year’s priorities. Appreciate his good work.10:26 AM May 30th from TwitterBerry
Link to my op-ed explaining impacts of 1 aspect of Fed Stim Pkge, desire for local control & dvpmt opportunities. http://tinyurl.com/mpxnmo12:47 AM May 30th from web
More info on food safety training 1-87-SAFE-FOOD; http://tinyurl.com/kj6tzo5:22 PM May 29th from web
State helps keep AK food sources safe by training 57 temp food handlers in safe cleaning & processing for Kodiak Crabfest.5:21 PM May 29th from web
For more info on relevance of AK strategic global positioning, go to http://tinyurl.com/lq652o4:43 PM May 29th from web
UN sanctions repeatedly fail to stop N. Korea’s dvpmt of nuclear weapons. Missile Defense Agency/AK’s Ft. Greely must be funded to secure US4:42 PM May 29th from web
Meeting with gasline team to progress new energy for AKns, energy independence for the nation. AGIA project is making great strides.12:32 PM May 29th from web
DF&G Com. Lloyd & Rural Advisor Moller mtg w/Yukon River res re: upcoming salmon season. Wish I were w there, instead I’m inside Anch office12:04 PM May 29th from web
Getting ready to tape shout-out for our awesome US troops serving overseas! Will be on ‘Colbert Report’ next month, broadcast from Iraq…11:12 AM May 29th from web
Getting ready to go on Michael Dukes show now. Looking forward to talking to good folks in FBX…5:58 PM May 28th from web
DEC cont’s assistance to our flooded AK communities thru public health & environmental testing, disinfecting wells & stabilizing fuel tanks4:29 PM May 28th from web
DOT&PF crews battled & defeated flooding @ some of AK’s rural airports in state’s central region. More @ http://tinyurl.com/ndhst64:03 PM May 28th from web
AK reports 1st H1N1 (swine) flu case. FBX resident 1st in state to test positive. Info on HSS media availability: http://tinyurl.com/AKH1N11:25 PM May 28th from web
AK, show support for HS athletes at State Soccer Championships @ Mulcahy. Games last thru Saturday. Schedule @ http://tinyurl.com/lpahzp12:56 PM May 28th from web
Fun Fact: AK ranks 6th per capita in US for employees who bike to work. http://tinyurl.com/n8beaz12:29 PM May 28th from web
I signed up, so can you. Here’s link: http://tinyurl.com/2xa6te12:10 PM May 28th from web
AK leads Pres Fitness Challenge, but not by much, so I challenge you to join healthy competition: walk, run, hike, sweat, enjoy. We can win.11:52 AM May 28th from TwitterBerry
USDA has yet to post interim forest/roadless policy, but here’s article speculating content. http://tinyurl.com/m856hq11:21 AM May 28th from web
John Katz & I participated in White House teleconference this a.m. re: Dpt. of Agriculture’s roadless area policy in Nat’l Forests.9:56 AM May 28th from web
Congats to Jonathon, Kyle, William, Kristan & LT – Port Graham’s 1st graduating class! (http://tinyurl.com/oe5gfa)9:24 AM May 28th from TwitterBerry
So our hard working Slopers have to put the winter boots back on – fresh snow last night reminds us how unique AK is, & wild their jobs are.7:42 AM May 28th from TwitterBerry
Early conf call from Washington DC for Govs Offices on today’s USDA announcement re: roadless area policy in Natl Forests; Tongass included.7:25 AM May 28th from TwitterBerry
AK Aces take on Stingrays again tonight, this time in SC. Currently tied, battling for Kelly Cup. Go, Aces!7:04 PM May 27th from TwitterBerry
It’s official: 13 ethics complaints against me & my office have now been dismissed by personnel board! Read more @ http://tinyurl.com/o4k6ux5:11 PM May 27th from web
In the meantime, read this: Energy Secretary Chu wants to REGULATE roof, road color to slow global warming… http://tinyurl.com/q5ad594:42 PM May 27th from web
Look for op/ed I just wrote re: stim funds & energy codes. We need to defend state freedoms! Will provide link as soon as it’s posted.4:40 PM May 27th from web
For more info on rescinded state hiring freeze, go to http://tinyurl.com/qkyajo.4:04 PM May 27th from web
State hiring freeze rescinds on June 1 – w/revenue shortfall, freeze was right thing to do. Many thanks to outstanding OMB Dir. Rehfeld!4:02 PM May 27th from web
More props to KMBQ for real steps taken toward “going green” w/wind turbine, fully functional this a.m.!1:00 PM May 27th from web
Good fishing reports for sourdoughs & tourists alike are found @ KMBQ 99.7 FM radio. Get out & enjoy the water!12:52 PM May 27th from web
Alaska’s role is to provide domestic energy leading to less reliance on foreign sources…10:11 AM May 27th from web
Check out this good read on N. Korea that sheds light on need for strong US defense tools & economic sanctions. http://tinyurl.com/oaf2rm10:10 AM May 27th from web
Congratulations to Brian Rogers, University of Alaska’s new chancellor! http://tinyurl.com/qlzhtl9:52 AM May 27th from web
For more info & pics on Memorial Day bill signings, go to http://tinyurl.com/py3a54 & http://tinyurl.com/rbjnvl.1:39 PM May 26th from web
JNU: Look forward to today’s staff discussion re: my 3rd justice appt to highest court in 3 yrs. Supreme Court truly effects AK’s future…11:40 AM May 26th from web
For more info on request for Fed Disaster Declaration for AK communities devastated by record floods, go to http://tinyurl.com/o7ekcn9:49 AM May 26th from web
Picking up my handsome little man to rtrn to Juneau, Trig got 1st haircut so my little hippie baby’s ready for AK sunshine on his shoulders!5:02 PM May 25th from mobile web
Visited DNR’s fire crew HQ along Chena River. Privileged to THANK hard-working, wildland firefighters who protect life & property of AKns.4:05 PM May 25th from TwitterBerry
Finished bill signings. Todd & I are enjoying this beautiful Memorial Day, taking riverboat ride up the mighty Chena.3:01 PM May 25th from TwitterBerry
Leaving North Pole: will provide links to info on bills tomorrow. Back to Fairbanks now to sign boating bill, & then it’s back to Juneau…1:55 PM May 25th from TwitterBerry
Just signed SB45 & HJR10, both veterans bills, & I appreciate Sen. Therriault acting as MC! Next stop, North Pole, to sign 6 more bills…1:01 PM May 25th from TwitterBerry
Met w/local FEMA folks earlier in FBX. Requested Fed Disaster Declaration, as hundreds of AKns have been displaced, homes & roads destroyed12:59 PM May 25th from TwitterBerry
In Fairbanks, on my way to Veterans Memorial Park to honor heroic Americans. Grateful to those who gave all to secure our freedom.11:51 AM May 25th from TwitterBerry
Headed to sunny Fairbanks to attend Memorial Day event, meet w/constituents, & sign 9 bills into law. Beautiful day – should hit 75 degrees!10:34 AM May 25th from TwitterBerry
More N Korea nuke tests: why consider US missile program cuts now? AK military program helps secure US. Now is NOT time to cut our defense.9:48 AM May 25th from TwitterBerry
Freedom isn’t free. I urge all AKns to honor the memory of those who have given all, & thank our active-duty military for their service.2:55 PM May 24th from TwitterBerry
Update: AK Aces came one step closer to Kelley Cup last night, beating the SC Stingrays 3-1…2:11 PM May 24th from TwitterBerry
Getting ready to head to communities of Fairbanks & North Pole for Memorial Day events & bill signings.2:10 PM May 24th from TwitterBerry
Couldn’t resist Game 2, so I’m here at Aces game after all. Score is… So far so good:)8:55 PM May 23rd from TwitterBerry
AK Aces Game 2: 1st family to attend w/out me. Superstitious hockey fans know we’ve got to change it up, so I’ll listen on radio. Good luck!8:11 PM May 23rd from TwitterBerry
Headed to Memorial weekend event honoring 177 AKn & AK-based soldiers killed in combat since statehood. God bless AKs military & families.2:07 PM May 23rd from TwitterBerry
S.C. got away with one tonight, but greatest hockey fans in the US will show up again tomorrow to see ACES redeemed!10:56 PM May 22nd from TwitterBerry
Stopped by Mulcahy to wish girls’ soccer teams luck in Cook Inlet Conference. On my way to drop puck for tonight’s hockey game – Go, Aces!7:40 PM May 22nd from TwitterBerry
At Juneteenth book dedication ceremony @ Anchorage’s Loussac Library. Happy to attend event celebrating freedom for ALL.5:09 PM May 22nd from TwitterBerry
At Wasilla Middle School’s 8th grade promotion ceremony. Appreciate AK’s educators who make such a sound investment in our state’s future!1:49 PM May 22nd from TwitterBerry
AK Aces vs SC Stingrays tonight. 1st Family & I will be on hand for win – anticipate winning friendly bet w/SC Gov.Sanford, too. Go, Aces!12:55 PM May 22nd from web
We wish AK Sen. Lisa Murkowski a very Happy Birthday today! Thank you for your service to AK.10:29 AM May 22nd from web
I’m in Seward, honored to attend Wounded Warriors combat fishing event with real American idols: our brave uniformed troops.8:40 PM May 21st from TwitterBerry
I’ve asked FEMA to assess whether AK communities devastated by flooding meet reqs for Fed disaster declaration. http://tinyurl.com/o5yxpy5:00 PM May 21st from web
For more info on budget & my stance on stim $$$, go to http://tinyurl.com/o9tjlz & http://tinyurl.com/qs562l2:39 PM May 21st from web
Signed budget; vetoed excess; consistently confirmed local autonomy vs more control ceded to Fed govt. More @ http://tinyurl.com/owbtqu2:36 PM May 21st from web
My heroes: AK’s military, particularly those lost in combat & our brave wounded warriors. God bless them & their families! #tweettoremind1:06 PM May 21st from web
Thanks to all who generously sponsored Seward Combat Fishing tournament in support of our beloved Alaskan Wounded Warriors.12:57 PM May 21st from web
Pleased Congress passed bill permitting loaded firearms in nat’l parks & wildlife refuges, as subject to state law.http://tinyurl.com/oratjb5:53 PM May 20th from web
Congratulations to the 7 winners of the Governor’s North Star Awards for Int’l Excellence. http://tinyurl.com/p82rn34:59 PM May 20th from web
For photos & info on HB 215 & HB 151 bill signings go to http://tinyurl.com/ovpzca & http://tinyurl.com/cgrymp4:55 PM May 20th from web
Back from Petersburg & Wrangell – enjoyed warm community welcome & tour of amenities. Look forward to visiting communities again soon!2:31 PM May 20th from web
On my way to Wrangell now to sign HB 151, legislation extending boating safety & education programs in AK. More info to come…12:19 PM May 20th from TwitterBerry
Beautiful day in Juneau. I’m headed to Petersburg to sign HB 215, legislation benefiting teachers, students & all AKns!11:01 AM May 20th from web
Donate to established nonprofits, such as Red Cross (http://tinyurl.com/o5djrg) or to funds @ Wells Fargo & AKUSA for 2009 AK Flood Victims.4:47 PM May 19th from web
AKns – join organized effort to pitch in & meet needs of flooded communities. Monetary donations are best to meet community-specific needs.4:47 PM May 19th from web
Many thanks to generous AKns serving at State Emergency Coordination Center. Your service saves & changes lives. http://tinyurl.com/q8z6gu2:51 PM May 19th from web
For more info on Aaron Tippin & Jim Zumbo, great supporters of America’s troops, go to http://tinyurl.com/pzzmd8 & http://jimzumbo.com/1:53 PM May 19th from web
Todd & COS Mike Nizich attended event last night in support of troops & AK’s fish & game: great time w/Aaron Tippin & Jim Zumbo!1:48 PM May 19th from web
1st volunteer nurse sent to Eagle. Thankful for health & nonprofit partnerships w/in state, especially our AK Nurse Alert System volunteers.12:40 PM May 19th from web
For more info on the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decision regarding Cook Inlet gas, go to http://bit.ly/K0erc9:00 PM May 18th from web
I’m pleased foundation for court’s decision is ConocoPhillips agreement to supply much of Chugach Electric’s gas supply needs thru 2016.3:56 PM May 18th from web
Good news: 9th Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal of Kenai LNG export license 2-yr extension, ensuring cont’d employment for AKns.3:55 PM May 18th from web
Just met w/Gen. Chandler & Lt. Gen. Campbell, to discuss status of USAF assets in AK, possible 2009 deployments, & value of training in AK.3:32 PM May 18th from web
Energy challenges – thankfully solutions are forthcoming with AK’s in-state connection to our own rich reasources, http://tinyurl.com/q8k2d311:58 AM May 18th from web
Headed outside to sign SB 29, dedicating new legislative annex to Thomas B. Stewart, a great AKn & champion for AK’s statehood.11:23 AM May 18th from TwitterBerry
Back in Juneau, looking forward to dedicating State building with Supreme Court in morning.10:55 PM May 17th from TwitterBerry
Back from Tanana where we met w/industrious village. Brave AKns are reclaiming & restoring homes damaged by flood. Promised help as needed.9:32 PM May 16th from TwitterBerry
We’re now on our way to visit good community of Tanana to survey flood damage, meet w/leaders & see what assistance is needed.4:17 PM May 16th from TwitterBerry
For more info on the free sport-fishing license program for qualifying AKn military, go to http://tinyurl.com/qndh6j3:29 PM May 16th from TwitterBerry
More good news for AK’s military community: DF&G kicks off free sport-fishing license program for qualifying military & guard members!3:25 PM May 16th from TwitterBerry
Headed to FBX for AK Dept of Fish & Game Family Day. Bring your families & join me & my family at this great event!2:22 PM May 16th from TwitterBerry
Another beautiful day in AK! 1st Family & I are preparing to lead a great crowd of AKns in the Anchorage’s March of Dimes’ March for Babies10:51 AM May 16th from TwitterBerry
For more info on how to assist 2009 flood victims in AK, contact AKVOAD @ 907-351-9455.7:11 PM May 15th from TwitterBerry
Opportunity to Assist: AK Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster set up a donations account w/AKUSAFCU for 2009 flood victims in AK.7:10 PM May 15th from TwitterBerry
Thanks to UAF & Tanana Chiefs Conference for providing campus housing for flood evacuees. AKns always pull together in a crisis!6:33 PM May 15th from web
Visited AK Nat’l Guard Emergency Command today to plan next steps for AK as we proactively respond to volcanoes, floods, & fire.5:49 PM May 15th from TwitterBerry
For pics & info on SB 57 & HB 137, education-related bills I signed today, go to http://tinyurl.com/oap6ey & http://tinyurl.com/cgrymp4:42 PM May 15th from TwitterBerry
Signed HB 137 in support of military kids & families @ Aurora Elementary on EAFB. Thanks to students, staff, & God bless U.S. military!4:35 PM May 15th from TwitterBerry
Just signed SB 57, in support of AK’s charter schools & families @ Academy Charter School. Many thanks to the 6th/7th grade classes & staff!11:27 AM May 15th from TwitterBerry
Homer fire update: weather is cooperating & it is 25% contained. We have 124 ppl protecting 150 homes, but our priority is life & safety.10:22 AM May 15th from TwitterBerry
Congratulations to all of AK’s graduating high school seniors! You have so much to offer AK & the world – we’re so proud of you!7:29 PM May 14th from TwitterBerry
Please join me in celebrating AK’s own Teri Rofkar, 2009 NEA Nat’l Heritage Fellowship award recipient. http://tinyurl.com/qcs9ar4:35 PM May 14th from TwitterBerry
My rural affairs advisor, John Moller, travels to Tanana, Stevens Village & Eagle today to meet w/residents & survey flood damage.12:41 PM May 14th from TwitterBerry
AK summer commercial salmon season kicks off this week in Southeast & Copper River. Look for fresh AK salmon in stores & restaurants.12:01 PM May 14th from TwitterBerry
AK: add activity to your day & sign up for the Nat’l President’s Challenge. Sign up at http://tiny.cc/oHtiH <http://tiny.cc/oHtiH>10:39 AM May 14th from TwitterBerry
More info on energy challenges met through cooperative effort of private/public entities.http://tinyurl.com/qze3a9 http://tinyurl.com/rxggd85:09 PM May 13th from web
Great news for AKNS: Chugach Electric Association & ConocoPhillips have contracted to satisfy Chugach’s unmet natural gas needs into 2011.4:53 PM May 13th from web
Piper, Trig & I will be on hand to help w/this great event promoting child literacy & a wide selection of reading material in the classroom.4:41 PM May 13th from web
Todd hosts annual “First Gentleman’s Look to a Book” event today w/Com.LeDoux. Event provides grants benefiting classroom reading projects.4:39 PM May 13th from web
Quick shout out to our awesome AK Aces, just one win away from ECHL Nat’l Conference! http://tinyurl.com/pphhhb3:51 PM May 13th from web
In Juneau budget meeting w/Sr. staff. Working to accommodate shortfall due to low oil prices/high energy costs, & prepare for AK’s future.2:00 PM May 13th from TwitterBerry
Be Alert, AK! State forestry officials instituted a ban on almost all burning in Mat-Su & Kenai Peninsula because of Very High fire danger.1:11 PM May 13th from web
For more info on dismissal of ethics complaints 10 & 11, go to: http://tinyurl.com/pbj2rs.5:54 PM May 12th from web
I’m encouraged feds seek to limit impact of ruling that puts off-shore oil & gas leasing & exploration on hold. http://tinyurl.com/onu3dj5:48 PM May 12th from web
Yet ANOTHER ethics complaint filed & dismissed! Unfair to AKns that state dollars are wasted dealing w/these malicious complaints…3:26 PM May 12th from web
Just addressed IOGCC on AK’s ability to help U.S. w/energy crisis through responsible resource development. http://tinyurl.com/py3a543:10 PM May 12th from web
A warm welcome to all of our U.S. & int’l Interstate Oil & Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC) members in Anchorage for their midyear meeting!12:13 PM May 12th from web
Alaska’s spirit of resiliency and community shines brightly in Eagle. Go to link for footage. http://tinyurl.com/okt3w410:32 AM May 12th from web
Currently meeting w/leaders in Eagle to discuss flood damage & the way forward for this good AKn community.9:11 PM May 11th from TwitterBerry
On my way out to Interior again to see full extent of flood damage & meet w/community leaders. Will provide update when in range.5:08 PM May 11th from TwitterBerry
Happy Mother’s Day to all of our great AK moms who devote their lives to raising & investing in AK’s future – her kids!10:03 AM May 10th from TwitterBerry
As summer approaches the Great Land, so do AK visitors. We welcome you to visit us in the Land of the Midnight Sun!6:53 PM May 9th from TwitterBerry
And a special shout out to moms serving in U.S. Military! A friend sent this to me, for all moms, enjoy: http://tinyurl.com/rcudrj10:15 AM May 9th from web
Mother’s Day tomorrow! Gift advice: write your mom an original poem, I guarantee that’s what she wants! And clean the house. With a smile:)10:15 AM May 9th from web
For more info on dismissed ethics complaints go to http://tinyurl.com/o86hds10:28 PM May 8th from web
Great day! Another frivolous ethics complaint against me was dismissed! I won against another false allegation, too! More info to follow…7:34 PM May 8th from web
Great news for AK: ExxonMobil began Pt. Thomson drilling this a.m. Commitment to produce good for AK & America! http://tinyurl.com/ol37724:44 PM May 8th from web
I’m pleased Interior Sec. Salazar made ESA decision (re: polar bears) based on facts, sound science. http://tinyurl.com/on296×11:15 AM May 8th from web
Outraged Obama’s budget includes major cuts to missile defense programs, when N. Korea refuses to abide by UN regs.http://tinyurl.com/c56xyh9:05 PM May 7th from TwitterBerry
Just landed in FBX, touring new terminal. Many thanks to Dep. Com. Klein & all DOT/PF for finishing early & under budget!5:09 PM May 7th from TwitterBerry
Surveyed extensive flood damage in Interior. DMVA continues to provide aid to AKns in need. http://tinyurl.com/d7ae7c5:07 PM May 7th from web
In the air, on my way out to Interior AK to see extent of damage caused by most severe flooding in recent AK history.10:48 AM May 7th from TwitterBerry
Building the Gasline: Dep. Sec. Thomas Barrett as dep. coordinator for AK Natural Gas Transportation Projects. http://tinyurl.com/cjlokv3:51 PM May 6th from web
For more information on disaster declaration for Interior AK, go to http://tinyurl.com/cr45b410:38 AM May 6th from web
Due to intense spring floods, I’ve declared a disaster for Interior AK; this opens doors for govt agencies to better assist AKns in need.10:31 AM May 6th from web
Congrats to Anchorage’s new mayor – Dan Sullivan! I look forward to partnering w/Dan as a fiscal conservative. This is great news for AKns!11:53 PM May 5th from web
I outlined some of my stimulus concerns in the following article: http://tinyurl.com/c2w57l. It’s an issue of Local vs. Federal control.5:27 PM May 5th from web
I stand by grave concerns fed pkge prohibits opportunities for AK to develop, eg. require AK to adopt new energy codes to accept more funds.2:50 PM May 5th from web
In an effort to clear the Whittier tunnel, DOT will begin blasting at noon. For more info, go to http://tinyurl.com/ctcl32.11:43 AM May 5th from web
TransCanada AK continues to work w/feds on gasline for AK’s & America’s energy security. See how @ http://tinyurl.com/dhcx8t.11:00 AM May 5th from web
Beautiful day in Anchorage, headed to Denali Awards to celebrate AK’s excellent state workers! Learn more at http://tinyurl.com/dnlyps4:25 PM May 4th from TwitterBerry
Level Orange: Monitoring Redoubt for signs of activity. Check for updates @ http://www.avo.alaska.edu/2:59 PM May 4th from web
To learn more about HB35, pro-family legislation which I supported, but was stonewalled in the senate, go to http://tinyurl.com/csvcgc9:18 AM May 4th from web
Pro-family advocates introduced initiative to protect AK’s daughters, strengthen families’ parental rights. Go to http://tinyurl.com/d7h7vc9:14 AM May 4th from web
Learn how Wild AK Seafood can help combat world hunger. Pure, healthy, abundant protein; exciting initiative rolled out in NY this week.9:57 AM May 3rd from web
Piper, Trig & I just finished March of Dimes walk – what a great event! See how they promote healthy babies at http://tinyurl.com/cpqgso12:52 PM May 2nd from web
Just starting the March of Dimes’ ‘March for Babies.’ Gorgeous day here in Juneau, great crowd of AKns marching together for healthy babies!11:04 AM May 2nd from TwitterBerry
Just signed HB2 Birth Certificate for Stillbirth. Thankful AKns respect sanctity of life. Many thanks, Rep. Gatto! http://tinyurl.com/cppozf5:04 PM May 1st from web
Congratulations Alyeska Pipeline Service Co. for receiving awards for operational & environmental service! Go to http://tinyurl.com/crewc63:54 PM Apr 30th from web
Thanks to all the folks in Haines & Skagway for your warm welcome! I look forward to visiting you again soon! http://tinyurl.com/co2vu43:51 PM Apr 30th from web
We still have no reported cases of swine flu. Be vigilant, AK! Wash hands & watch for flu-like symptoms. Go to http://tinyurl.com/c2avc412:53 PM Apr 30th from web
Check out this encouraging video covering the Emmonak job fair, narrated by Rural Affairs Advisor John Moller! http://tinyurl.com/d6udw95:00 PM Apr 29th from web
AP gravely misquoted my staff, saying I ‘changed my mind’ on the stimulus package. For accurate info, go to http://tinyurl.com/c7v84t.3:13 PM Apr 29th from web
This is my official Twitter feed – from here I’ll provide updates on issues concerning Alaskans. Learn more about AK at www.alaska.gov.1:27 PM Apr 29th from web
I love Sarah Palin. I mean she’s a dream-come-true. She’s beautiful. She’s ambitious and she says and does the darndest things.
On Friday, the former governor of Alaska called Obama’s plan to reform health care “evil.” She warned US Americans on her Facebook page that government bureaucrats will be like tasked with murdering the sick, elderly and disabled. Obama would like setup a “death panel” or something.
The America I know and love is not one in which my parents or my baby with Down Syndrome will have to stand in front of Obama’s “death panel” so his bureaucrats can decide, based on a subjective judgment of their “level of productivity in society,” whether they are worthy of health care. Such a system is downright evil.
I’m not sure where she pulled this whole “death panel” thing from, it doesn’t appear to be part of any of the bills, but it sure sounds totally scary. Would the members of the death panel wear special black robes, lots of black eyelinder and faces powdered white? Maybe even some knee high leather boots too.
And then on Sunday, Palin published another Facebook post calling for civil political discourse in the debate over health care reform. Remember when she accused Barack Obama of “pallin’ around with terrorists.” That was like so civil, you don’t even know. Oh and who can forget that just last Friday she called Obama’s health care reform bill “evil” by misrepresenting a provision in the bill that deals with helping people properly handle difficult end-of-life decisions – the panel of death.
Some people laugh at Palin and call her a nutcase, a whacko or just plain dumb, but they are all so wrong. Palin isn’t a whacko, or a nutcase and she knows exactly what she’s doing. Will her plan work? Will she be a viable candidate in 2012? Or will she just be this enormously powerful figure in the Republican party, sort of a female version of Rush Limbaugh?
I don’t know the answer, but I think she thinks so, and so far she’s dominated the news cycle for the last year and the frenzy doesn’t appear to be slowing down. I admit it, I thought she was a one-hit-wonder, but Palin has surprised me with her ability to keep the media glued to her every word.
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Editor’s note: The links I provided to Palin’s statement go to documents that I created to maintain the public record for this story. If I didn’t, it’s possible that the original statement could be changed, or simply deleted from Facebook. I did not edit either of the statements, they are the same as when I downloaded them today.
Here are links to the Facebook pages:
Statement on the Current Health Care Debate, Aug. 7, 2009.
A Message to Alaskans about the Stimulus Veto and the Health Care Town Halls, Aug. 9, 2009.
Here are the documents I created from those pages:
Statement on the Current Health Care Debate, Aug. 7, 2009.
A Message to Alaskans about the Stimulus Veto and the Health Care Town Halls, Aug. 9, 2009.
For more coverage of the “death panel” statement:
In WSJ, serial health care misinformer McCaughey at it again – Media Matters
Debunking The GOP’s Phony Euthanasia Myth — Since Politico Won’t – Talking Points Memo
Euthanasia Counseling – Snopes.com.
Aug. 10, 2009: What I’m reading today
Updated: 2:54 pm Pacific standard time.
Here’s today’s list of stuff I’ve read so far.
Online
White House Frustrated, Confused By Palin, Limbaugh And Hannity by Sam Stein at the Huffington Post
Sarah Palin statement from last Friday calling health care reform “evil” because of those darn “death panels” you know?
Sarah Palin statement on Sunday calling for civil political discourse when discussing health care reform.
Averting the worst by Paul Krugman – The New York Times
Offline (books and other things printed on a piece of paper)
A Peoples History of the United States by Howard Zinn
Historical Scholarship in the United States and Other Essays by W. Stull Holt I purchased this book at Magus Books in Seattle’s University District.
I’m sure everyone has seen this already, but it deserves posting.
This is William Shatner reciting a portion of Sarah Palins farewell address.
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