Short-Sighted Ballot Measure Threatens Alaska’s Economy By: Adam Gottschalk, Douglas Smith, Gregory Fisher, and Corey Dunn  On November 5th, Alaskans will vote whether to raise prices on goods and services across theState while discouraging investment and hastening job loss.  Ballot Measure 1, “An Act Increasing the Minimum Wage, Requiring Paid Sick Leave, and Prohibiting Mandatory Meetings About Religious or Political Issues” is an outsider-funded referendum carrying significant hidden costs undermining the measure’s purported goals.  Ballot Measure 1’s first goal seeks to increase Alaska’s … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways:  Gen Z wants to learn skilled trades. More investment in ANWR leases.  Appeals court likely to rule in favor of AKLNG – against Sierra Club. Lithium deposit in AR could meet world demand nine times over. NEWS OF THE DAY: Skilled trades gain traction with Gen Z, report findsBenton Graham, Higher Ed Dive, October 21, 2024 About … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways:  AFN tables resolution to support Ballot Measure 1 over concern for increased economic burden in Alaska’s small Native village corporations.  Pacific Seafood Processors Association opposes Ballot Measure 1, estimating a $16.5 million dollar increase in labor costs. The Pacific Seafood Processors Association (PSPA) stands with other business sectors in Alaska in opposition to Ballot Measure 1. Ballot … read more