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[Blue_In_AK]

10. No, my feelings aren't hurt. I'm interested in opinions or I wouldn't have asked.

What do you mean by "Perhaps Alaska is different?" Different from what? And what have you read by me that would lead you to believe that I'm not qualified? We're not talking about national politics here, just our little state district 19, which is one little part of Anchorage that elects one of the 40 statewide House representatives. I am a super voter and have been voting in this district since 1990. I can't remember the last time I missed an election, and that includes referendums and city elections.

You could be right, but your response was kind of nonspecific.

I have a bachelor's degree in psychology with minors in sociology and English. I worked in the legal profession here as a paralegal for 25 years and then self-employed as a court transcriptionist for another 10. I am now retired. I've worked as a volunteer on several campaigns, assistant treasurer on one and am familiar with Alaska's campaign laws and statutes. I consider myself educated on the issues important to the state as I've lived here since 1975 and have been paying attention. Maybe I'm a bit outspoken but I don't see that as a negative.

Anyway, I'll take your input under advisement. I am still undecided, but there don't seem to be too many volunteers for the job, and I kind of feel like when the executive director of the Alaska Democratic Party requests help, I should seriously consider giving it.