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A VOICE FOR ALASKA’S FUTURE

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BRINGING Alaskans TOGETHER.
listening, learning, leading.
investing in our future.

BUILDING ALASKA TOGETHER

BUILDING ALASKA TOGETHER

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TOM BEGICH IS A LIFELONG ALASKAN, PUBLIC SERVANT, BUSINESS OWNER, AND MUSICIAN. TOM IS DEDICATED TO CREATING OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL ALASKANS AND BACKS UP THAT DEDICATION WITH ACTION

From rural to urban Alaska, as a community organizer and as a State Senator, he’s championed a stronger economy, a stronger education system, juvenile and criminal justice reform, and a record of working across political divides to lead real world solutions to the challenges we face. He listens. He leads. He gets results.

OUR VISION, TOM’S LEADERSHIP, ALASKA’S FUTURE

STRONG SCHOOLS, STRONG FUTURE

OPPORTUNITY FOR EVERY YOUNG PERSON

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Building Bridges, Not Walls

A Culture of Creativity and innovation

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Thriving Communities

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We are better than this

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A note from the ‘enemy within’

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A troubling vote for Alaska — and for the nation

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This childless champion of preschools planted the seeds for a new Alaska

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Sen. Tom Begich

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Listen to Alaska youth voices

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Southeast Sunday Morning

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2022 AASB Fly-In Sunday Luncheon Keynote

“We build a better future by investing in people — especially our youth — and by listening to each other, even when we disagree.”

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IN THE COMMUNITY

Tom will listen to us, learn from us, and lead with us.

Across Alaska Tom has shown up for Alaskans. He listens, he leads, he is working with us to build a better Alaska. Tom understands the real life challenges of finding a good job, ensuring our kids have a decent education, always with an eye toward a sustainable future for all Alaskans.

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ENDORSEMENTS

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    “As Minority Leader in the Senate, Tom knew how to listen, he knew how to lead, and he knew how to get things done.

    Those are the skills we need now to secure our future. He’ll fight for a fair share of our resources, better schools, and a fair shake for regular Alaskans. Thats just who he is.”

    - Bill Wielechowski | Anchorage

  • “Thank you for your service to Alaska as an elected official and a member of the Democratic Party.  

    I am grateful for your ability to listen and consider solutions that help all areas of the state.”   
    - Chuck Degnan | Unalakleet

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    “There is no one in Alaska that will do a better job than Tom Begich as governor.”

    - Jeff Budd | Sitka

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    "Walt Disney once defined leadership: "Leadership shows judgment, wisdom, personal appeal and proven competence."

    Tom Begich has calmly, carefully, and consistently demonstrated these characteristics for the many years I have known him. Most of all, his judgment, wisdom, appeal, and competence are grounded in listening to all perspectives, investigating the underlying truths, and thinking. I enthusiastically endorse Tom Begich for Governor of Alaska. Thanks for running, Tom.”

    - Patricia Chesbro | Palmer

  • A smiling middle-aged African American man with a short gray beard, wearing a black suit, white shirt, and multicolored tie, sitting at a table.

    "I am fully and unequivocally in support of Former State Senator Tom Begich becoming our next Governor.

    He loves our state, its people, and its immense potential. His impartiality, neutrality, and independence will give wings to our minds and flight to our collective imagination—of a state with a thriving educational system, a bustling economy, and an unprecedented level of cooperation between entrepreneurs and government."  

    - Ed Wesley | Anchorage

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    "Alaska needs a visionary leader.

    Not only is Tom a coalition builder, who navigates the wild world of partisan politics with kindness and steadfast resolve, but he has an actionable plan that will maximize the potential of Alaska and its citizens to meet this moment."

    -Löki Gale Tobin | Anchorage

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    “I’m proud to support Tom Begich for Governor.

    His leadership as Senate Minority Leader showed that respectful dialogue and bipartisan cooperation can get things done for Alaskans.”

    -Dave Musgrave | Mat Su

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    “Tom prioritizes policies that everyday Alaskans need to set the stage for their success. 

    Whether it be education, juvenile justice or the economic growth of our state. We endorse Tom Begich for governor because we have seen first-hand how he works with Alaskans to build a better community for all.

    He listens first, then acts. He has been in the trenches, many times behind the scenes, working to improve the Alaska he dearly loves. 

    - Christie and Andy Garbe | Chugiak/Eagle River

  • Three smiling people in a cozy indoor setting with a rustic fireplace, a mounted moose head, and decorative vases and wheat in the background. The man in the middle has white hair and beard, wearing a blue shirt, with sunglasses hanging from his collar.

    "We strongly believe Tom would make an excellent governor.

    He has shown that he can effectively work with others from both major political parties and a variety of political philosophies. He seeks realistic solutions from the middle of the road. That's the kind of leadership most Alaskans want.” 

    - Eric Troyer and Corrine Leistikow | Fairbanks

  • An older woman with short white hair, wearing a bright blue blazer and black top, standing with arms crossed and smiling against a gray concrete wall.

    “Tom Begich brings decades of thoughtful leadership, a proven passion for Alaskans, and a steadfast commitment to public service.

    As governor, he’ll work tirelessly to bridge divides, amplify our voices, and ensure our great state has the vision and integrity it deserves. I’m proud to stand with him as he steps up to guide our state forward.”

    - Elvi Gray-Jackson | Anchorage