OPINION: Carolyn Hall will show up and do the work for Alaska

As progressive women, we’re driven by a shared vision for a more just and inclusive Alaska. We want leaders who truly understand our communities, who have lived our challenges, and who are committed to creating real solutions with integrity and compassion. That’s why we’re standing behind Carolyn Hall for House District 16 in the Alaska State Legislature.

Carolyn’s story is one that resonates with many of us. She came to Alaska, found a place she could call home, built her life here, and dedicated herself to giving back to the community that embraced her. Her commitment to public service is not a career choice; it’s part of who she is. Growing up in a family where service to others was the norm, Carolyn’s passion for education and community involvement was shaped by her father’s 32 years as a public school teacher and her mother’s 12 years on the local school board.

Since she moved to Alaska in 2008, Carolyn has thrown herself into the life of our community. Her background in journalism and government — from her time as communications director for the Municipality of Anchorage to her role in the governor’s office — has given her the experience and know-how to fight for our needs in Juneau.

But what really stands out about Carolyn is how much she cares. She’s not just another name on the ballot; she’s someone who has been in the trenches with us, whether it’s volunteering at the Food Bank of Alaska or serving on local commissions. Carolyn has consistently shown up for her neighbors, and she’s done it with a genuine desire to help. We’ve seen her lift up other women, embodying the values that we all hold dear.

Carolyn is focused on the issues that hit home for us. She wants every child to have access to a quality education and for Alaska to be a place where skilled workers want to stay because they’re valued and fairly compensated. Her approach to Alaska’s fiscal challenges is practical and forward-looking, aiming to fix the structural deficit and ensure a stable financial future for all of us. She listens to our voices, respects our diverse perspectives, and believes in working together to create a stronger Alaska.

There’s a reason why groups like Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates - Alaska, NEA-Alaska, the Anchorage and Alaska firefighters, the Alaska AFL-CIO, and Rep. Jennie Armstrong and Sen. Matt Claman, her current representative and senator, have thrown their support behind Carolyn Hall. These aren’t just endorsements—they’re signs that Carolyn has earned the trust of people who know what it takes to represent our community well.

In Carolyn, we see someone who truly shares our values. She has the experience, the vision and, most importantly, the heart to fight for us in Juneau. Carolyn is the kind of leader who listens, takes action and delivers on her promises. She’s exactly who we need to face the challenges in District 16 and to keep Alaska a place of opportunity for everyone.

We’re asking our fellow Alaskans, especially the women of District 16, to join us in supporting Carolyn Hall. Together, we can shape a brighter future for our state, one that reflects our strength, resilience and spirit. Carolyn is the leader who will help us make that vision a reality.

Diane DiSanto, Jennie Armstrong, Chelsea Ward-Waller, Ashley Simien, Caroline Storm, Heidi Drygas, Suzanne Little, Anna Hutchinson, Gwen Swanson, Camilla Hussein Scott, Margo Bellamy, Austin Quinn-Davidson, Stephanie Quinn-Davidson, Heather Schrage, Dora Wilson, Anna Brawley, Jane Angvik, Misty Nesvick and Erin Baca are progressive Alaska women who support Carolyn Hall in her campaign to represent District 16 in the Alaska House of Representatives.

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