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- ↑ "Anchorage, Alaska TV station publishes web profile of Franklin Pierce alumna / photojournalist on staff". Franklin Pierce University . October 8, 2018. Retrieved November 13, 2024.
- ↑ Rivera, Danielle (October 24, 2020). "Ethan Berkowitz leaves questions unanswered as he exits public office". KTVF . Retrieved November 13, 2024.
- ↑ Hopkins, Kyle; Theriault Boots, Michelle (October 19, 2020). "'He will not be answering further questions': A week after his resignation, mayor silent on conduct that led to his downfall". Anchorage Daily News . Retrieved November 13, 2024.
- ↑ Brooks, James (June 3, 2024). "At candidate filing deadline, seven Alaska legislators decline to seek re-election". Alaska Beacon . Retrieved November 13, 2024.
- ↑ Brooks, James (September 6, 2024). "After Alaska's primary election, here's how the state's legislative races are shaping up". Alaska Beacon . Retrieved November 13, 2024.
- ↑ Maguire, Sean; Samuels, Iris (September 3, 2024). "Field is set for 50 Alaska legislative races in November election". Anchorage Daily News . Retrieved November 13, 2024.
- ↑ Landfield, Jeff (September 3, 2024). "Nick Moe fails to properly withdraw from West Anchorage House race". The Alaska Landmine. Retrieved November 13, 2024.