That was my message at the Alaska Democratic Party Convention, where I had an opportunity to talk with many passionate, dedicated Democrats and address the convention, which you can watch here.

We can win this race, and the foot-stomping, table-pounding reception I received from the crowd gathered in Raven Hall tells me that Alaska Democrats agree. That’s the kind of enthusiasm that’ll make a difference in November.

Following the convention, I traveled to the Kodiak Crab Festival. I stayed very busy while in Kodiak, seeing old friends, watching the Frog Jumping Contest, checking out the mask exhibit at the Alutiiq Museum, and eating pancakes at the Elks’ Club and dinner at the Community Multicultural Gathering. No wonder they call Kodiak “Island terrific in the North Pacific.” I’m looking forward to going back!

Back in Anchorage, I attended an event with Alaska Veterans. Alaska has the largest per capita veterans’ population of any state in the Union, but our veterans’ services and facilities are underfunded and not measuring up to the need.

I fought hard in the state legislature to help Alaska’s veterans and their families get adequate and accessible health care, and I’ll keep working in Washington to make sure that our veterans receive the treatment they need and the benefits they have earned.

I’ve heard it over and over again, all across the state. This is a time for a new direction. It’s time for a new kind of politics about vision and values, about what we’re for, not just who we’re against.

But I’ll need your help to get there.

Give me the chance to serve you in Washington, and I’ll always listen, I’ll always remember why I’m doing the job, and I’ll never forget who I represent.

Warm regards,

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We Moved! And We Need Furniture!

The Berkowitz for Congress campaign has a new headquarters in Spenard at 3901 Taft Drive(off of Spenard Avenue). Feel free to come on by and check out the new office. You can also stop by on Tuesday nights for our weekly Volunteer Nights.

We would greatly appreciate your help by donating your unneeded furniture. We particularly need tables, chairs and office supplies. If you have any of these items, or anything else you think we might be able to use, please give us a call at 563-8426 or drop by the office.

Running with Ethan

Ethan’s looking forward to running in the Fairbanks Midnight Sun Run. A group of Ethan supporters have signed up for the race too, so if you’re going to be there, please let us know. We’re planning something for the party!

Juneau Leaders Back Ethan

Ethan was endorsed by Senator Kim Elton, Representative Beth Kerttula and Mayor Bruce Botelho. All three leaders are known and respected statewide for their commitment serving Alaskans.

Click here for more information and to see other endorsements.