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Julia Hnilicka for lt. governor
Pronounced / Nel-icka /

Meet Julia

My parents, a riverboat captain and an educator, raised me in the community of Nenana, where I am still fortunate to spend my summers. I grew up understanding the realities of life in rural Alaska: high costs, limited infrastructure, long winters, and communities that survive because people show up for one another. We know how to take care of one another.

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I’m running with Tom because

We believe Alaska should work for the people who live here, no matter where you choose to live in the state. 

Right now, too many Alaskans are struggling to afford the basics. Young people are leaving. Rural communities are still being left behind. Indigenous communities continue to face huge gaps in housing, infrastructure, healthcare access, and economic opportunity despite contributing so much to the strength and culture of this state.

I want to fight for Alaska, and the positive future I see for a place so rich with creativity, community, and care.

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I’ve spent my career working directly with communities across Alaska

From running a rural business to working with the federal government as the Alaska state director for USDA Rural Development, I’ve helped to build housing, improve infrastructure, expand broadband, and bring investment to remote communities filled with amazing people who are the soul of our great state. 

It is an honor to be part of Alaska’s story of resilience and advocacy.

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Tom and I believe in an Alaska where:

Families can afford to stay here.

Rural communities are invested in, not ignored.

Schools are strong and reliable.

Infrastructure is maintained and improved.

And Alaska’s resources benefit Alaskans.

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That is why I’m running.

I want the younger generation of Alaskans to grow up believing their future is here, not somewhere else.

I want rural and Indigenous communities to have the respect they deserve through investments in infrastructure, education, and workforce development so people can afford to live on their homelands.

And I want to be part of an Alaska that looks forward to our future.

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Join Us!

This campaign is about building a future where Alaska works for the people who live here.

If you believe Alaska’s best days are still ahead, we hope you’ll join us.