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References

  1. "Top 25 Most Powerful Alaskans: George Wuerch". Alaska Journal of Commerce . April 22, 2001. Retrieved 17 January 2011.
  2. "Democrat Mark Begich to face Republican George Wuerch in runoff 04/06/00". Peninsula Clarion . April 6, 2000. Retrieved 17 January 2011.
  3. "Mayor Removes Pride Exhibit". 13 June 2001.
George Wuerch
George Wuerch 2003.jpeg
Mayor of Anchorage
In office
July 1, 2000 July 1, 2003
Preceded by Mayor of Anchorage
2000—2003
Succeeded by