Declaration of Independents, Alaska Style: Ballot Question Two Takes on Political Partisanship

The great state of Alaska is different in many ways – its vast size, low population, and great distance from “the lower 48” (states). Politics in Alaska is different as well: a remarkable 57% of Alaskans are registered as either non-partisan or unaffiliated voters.  The proponents of Alaska Ballot Measure 2 would like to preserve and enhance the state’s non-partisan political culture. This measure would create an open unified primary system, top four ranked choice voting, and greater campaign finance transparency. If passed this year, it would be one of the most comprehensive and significant reforms to state level elections in U.S. history.  Episode 13 features Campaign Manager of Alaskans for Better Elections Shea Siegert on both the challenges and rewards of Ballot Measure 2. Join The Purple Principle as we take an audio cruise through our nation’s most independent-minded state, meeting notable Alaskans along the way, and learning that electoral change never comes easy.   Original music composed and created by Ryan Adair Rooney.  For show notes and transcript, please visit our website: www.fluentknowledge.com/shows/the-purple-principle/declaration-of-independents-alaska-style