Yahoo! I am thrilled to share this press release from Ethan Berkowitz with you all. I think this is the first time an Alaskan congressional candidate has added food security to their platform. Way to go Ethan!

Strong leadership, strategic investments, and community outreach and education will safeguard Alaska’s food system. Alaska can become more independent from outside food imports and develop a true renewable resource with far-reaching benefits for our residents.

House Democratic nominee Ethan Berkowitz introduced his plan to protect and strengthen Alaska’s agriculture and food supply. “Strong leadership, strategic investments, and community outreach and education will safeguard Alaska’s food system,” said Berkowitz. “Alaska can become more independent from outside food imports and develop a true renewable resource with far-reaching benefits for our residents.”

Ethan Berkowitz got an earful from Valley farmers Monday. The former state legislator is one of many candidates in a crowded race for Alaska’s sole seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. In the Democratic primary, Berkowitz faces Diane Benson. On the other side, incumbent Don Young is hoping to fend off challenges from state Rep. Gabrielle LeDoux of Kodiak and Lt. Governor Sean Parnell.