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politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"Alaska Mayor Who Proposed One-Way Tickets for Homeless Loses Election"

Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson, who proposed giving the homeless one-way plane tickets out of the city, conceded the runoff election to Suzanne LaFrance. LaFrance, a former chair of the Anchorage Assembly, won with 54% of the vote and will take office on July 1. Bronson's tenure was marked by clashes with the assembly and issues like homelessness and snow removal. LaFrance aims to "restore competency" to City Hall and becomes the first female elected mayor of Anchorage.

via The Associated Press|

#anchorage #election #homelessness

politics1 year ago•8 min saved

"Anchorage Mayor's Race Heads to Runoff as Bronson and LaFrance Prepare for Showdown"

Incumbent Mayor Dave Bronson and former Assembly Chair Suzanne LaFrance are set for a runoff election in the Anchorage mayoral race after holding wide leads in the latest vote count. With just about six weeks to sway voters, both campaigns are gearing up for a competitive and expensive contest. Many believe LaFrance is in a strong position going into the runoff, while Bronson heads into the race with a hefty cash advantage. The campaigns are preparing for a hard-fought and bitter runoff, with both candidates aiming to win over voters who initially supported other candidates in the first round.

via Anchorage Daily News|

#anchorage #dave-bronson #election-runoff

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"Anchorage Mayoral Race: LaFrance Holds Slight Lead as Election Day Nears"

Anchorage's mayoral race is headed for a runoff election in May, with Suzanne LaFrance leading incumbent Mayor Dave Bronson by a slight margin in initial results. Both candidates are preparing for the runoff, with LaFrance emphasizing good governance and Bronson highlighting financial preparedness. The runoff is set for May 14, and the winner will serve a three-year term. The race also featured challenges from other major candidates, with former legislator Chris Tuck and former Anchorage Economic Development Corp. President Bill Popp trailing behind.

via Alaska Public Media News|

#anchorage #dave-bronson #mayoral-election