The Latest from Alaskan News Sources

Given how little we continental 48 staters know about the unique perspective of the most surreal state in America (that would be Alaska), it's important that we take the time to read what Alaskans themselves are saying about the phenomenon which is Sarah Palin. Here are a few recent pieces from Alaskan news sources:


From the Juneau Empire:

Lawmakers: Politics 'hijacked' Alaska



From the Anchorage Daily News:

Pale Shade of Green (Palin's poor record on environmental issues)

Abdictation by Palin: When Did McCain Take Over the Governor's Office?

Palin: Fiscal Conservative?




Partisan Diversion (op-ed on Palin's stonewalling)

No Friend to the Environment

Who is Sarah Palin?

from Americans United for Change

At Americans United for Change, we've already done a little digging, and it turns out Sarah Palin fits in perfectly with John McCain's backwards energy policy, disregard for the environment, and cozy relationship with Big Oil.

Palin has argued again and again in favor of oil-drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, despite clear dangers to surrounding wildlife.

This year, Palin sued the federal government for adding polar bears to the endangered species list, arguing the move would interfere with oil and gas drilling efforts.

Palin's close relationship with Big Oil fits right in with John McCain's reckless energy plan: take millions in campaign donations from oil companies, and in return give them massive tax breaks and free reign to drill in environmentally sensitive areas.