Tom Barrett

Alaska’s current election system gives each of us the freedom to choose any candidate in primary and general elections. We cannot afford to curtail that liberty.

We should encourage Congress to promptly pass the PROVE IT Act so we can level the playing field for our cleaner producers.

The current response planning process is inadequate to the task and should be promptly revised to better prevent spills and improve response.

Most Alaskans can relate to the expression, "The easy day was yesterday." That rings true for the Alaska Marine Highway System.

As we begin our work, I want to be transparent about our approach. No outcome has been pre-judged.

Our story, still being written, is one of repeatedly beating odds and unfounded predictions, and ultimately, thriving.

With your help, we can continue fighting to create lasting change that benefits numerous lives, makes our community stronger and leaves a positive, enduring inflection of hope in our society.

If the fish habitat initiative becomes law, it will hinder and prevent Alyeska from obtaining permits needed to perform work crucial to the trans-Alaska oil pipeline's safe and reliable operations in a timely way.

The changes amount to far more than a new business arrangement for Alyeska.

OPINION: Keep the pipeline full, keep Alaska prosperous.

OPINION: Alyeska Pipeline chief Tom Barrett says a no vote on SB 21 repeal recognizes the reality and contribution of oil in Alaska.

Alyeska Pipeline president recalls: Stan Stephens' energy for protecting the unique ecosystem of Prince William Sound was immense. His solid character and capacity for leadership will be greatly missed, but his legacy of stewardship and integrity will endure.