A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Alaska Division of Elections regarding candidates for the upcoming spring elections on February 5, 2025. The request was made by Last Frontier News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request asked for detailed information about all candidates running in the forthcoming election. Specifically, we sought information including each candidate’s first, middle, and last names; the office they are running for; the jurisdiction of that office; and their party affiliation.
In addition to these details, we also requested contact information for each candidate. This includes their address, phone number, and email address.
As members of Last Frontier News, we emphasized our role in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals.
We remain committed to delivering thorough and precise news coverage on local government affairs. As such, this request is crucial in ensuring that our readers have access to vital information about their prospective representatives in the upcoming elections.
