Our leaders in Washington shouldn’t forget the Alaska workers who take care of us

Our leaders in Washington shouldn’t forget the Alaska workers who take care of us

Anchorage skyline seen on Dec. 19, 2025. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)Alaskans take care of each other. It’s part of what defines life here. People look out for their neighbors, step up in hard moments and take pride in contributing to something bigger than themselves. That same spirit has long defined Alaska’s labor community. Unions helped build this state and continue to keep it running today, grounded in hard work, fairness and a sha…