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As progressive women, we are driven by a shared vision for a more just and inclusive Alaska. We want leaders who truly understand our communities, who have experienced our challenges firsthand, and who will work with integrity and compassion to create real solutions. That’s why we’re supporting Carolyn Hall for the 16th Legislature in the Alaska State Legislature.

Carolyn’s story touches many of us. She came to Alaska, found a place to call home, built a life here, and dedicated herself to giving back to the community that welcomed her. Her commitment to public service is not a career choice; it is part of who she is. Carolyn grew up in a family where service to others was the norm, and her 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 moving to Alaska in 2008, Carolyn has thrown herself fully into the life of our community. Her journalism and government background – 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 expertise to fight for our needs in Juneau.

But what really stands out about Carolyn is how committed she is. She’s not just another name on the ballot; she’s someone who has been on the front lines with us, whether it’s volunteering at the Food Bank of Alaska or serving on local commissions. Carolyn is always there for her neighbors, and she’s done it with a genuine desire to help. We’ve seen her support other women and embody the values ​​we all hold dear.

Carolyn focuses on the issues we care about. She wants every child to have access to a quality education and she wants Alaska to be a place where skilled workers want to stay because they are valued and fairly compensated. Her approach to Alaska’s financial challenges is practical and forward-thinking, aimed at addressing the structural deficit and securing a stable financial future for all of us. She listens to us, respects our diverse perspectives, and believes that together we can create a stronger Alaska.

There’s a reason groups like Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates – Alaska, NEA-Alaska, the Anchorage and Alaska Firefighters, the Alaska AFL-CIO, and Rep. Jennie Armstrong and her current representative and Senator Matt Claman have pledged their support to 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, acts, and keeps her promises. She is exactly the person we need to meet the challenges in District 16 and make Alaska a place of opportunity for all.

We ask our fellow Alaskans, especially the women of the 16th District, to join us in supporting Carolyn Hall. Together, we can create a better 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 women from Alaska who are supporting Carolyn Hall in her campaign to represent the 16th District in the Alaska House of Representatives.

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