Anchorage Daily News

EDITORIAL

Our view: They're ba-a-a-ck

If gasoline prices remain substantially higher here, Alaskans may cut to the chase and demand relief, not hearings.

JOHN HAVELOCK

U.S., Iran have dipped from French well

The troubles in Iran remind us of the elusive nature of truly democratic institutions, our own checkered history in their defense and the prospects for renewal at home.

EDITORIAL

Our view: Conflict of interest

Public trust trumps the right of Alaska lawmakers to invest as they please.

EDITORIAL

Who's up / Who's down

Winners and losers in last week's news

COMPASS

Early Anchorage was too harsh for racism

On June 26, two op-ed pieces published in the Anchorage Daily News reminded us that racism existed in early 20th-century Alaska. It's not very surprising: Historically speaking, human divisions of various kinds seem, sadly, to come with the human condition.

DAN FAGAN

Pollster's column was a liberal manifesto

Christian bashing is in these days, but pollster Ivan Moore took it to new levels this week with his column in The Anchorage Daily News. Moore ties in French President Nicholas Sarkozy's decision to ban the wearing of the burqa in his country to Christians in Anchorage opposing Prop 64, which creates special rights for people who like to have sex with members of their own gender.

Our view: Palin calls it quits

Governor's explanation for resignation doesn't make sense.

Health care system in U.S. badly needs repair

I awoke in the middle of a dreary February night covered in hives and barely able to breathe. Frantically, I stumbled across the hallway in search of help from my roommate who, upon assessing my condition (I have severe allergies), accompanied me to the nearby hospital emergency room.

Our view: Get lean, get healthy

The U.S. government wants to decrease costs and increase effectiveness of health care. Better diets and more exercise will get us part of the way there.

COMPASS

Court's mine ruling may threaten Iliamna

I was dismayed and frankly, disgusted at the recent Supreme Court decision that would allow the Kensington gold mine to dump industrial waste into a freshwater lake. Those of us who depend upon the salmon fishery are frustrated that the Clean Water Act could be subverted in such a way.

EDITORIAL

Our view: Chester Creek

Nice job on this $12 million makeover.

Slide show: Westchester Lagoon habitat

COMPASS

Fundamentalists in any religion see only their own sets of rules

It is true that burqas have become symbolic of the repression and subjugation of women under Islamic law, but I think it's questionable whether governments should ever become involved in banning any type of clothing.

EDITORIAL

Our view: Misconceptions plague debate over gas line proposals

In the gas line debate, some arguments are totally off-base.

EDITORIAL

Our view: Exxon

After 20 years, the end is in sight for people whose lives were damaged by the Exxon Valdez oil spill.

ELISE PATKOTAK

Politicians who balk at health care for all aren't credible

Americans can sometimes seem to be quite a contradictory group. Or at least, certain segments of the population are. For instance, the segment that purports to represent the Moral Majority seems to have as much trouble as other political parties in knowing when to keep their pants zipped.

COMPASS

King of Pop opened doors and minds

It would be an understatement to say Michael Jackson touched my life. His musical messages and moving melodies stirred my passion as a young poet.

EDITORIAL

Our view: Claman

Matt Claman was more than just a caretaker mayor.

ALASKA NOTEBOOK

Portland wannabes

Whenever the Portland guys come to town, I get both inspired and depressed.

COMPASS

Citizen oversight a burden to Arctic oil

Alaska's natural resources are natural treasures, from environmental and economic perspectives. I hope our new U.S. senator successfully balances Alaska's resource potential with appropriate environmental, national security and consumer considerations.

COMPASS

Clinical trials help aid victims of cancer

Alaskans read in the newspaper or the Internet daily about new advances made in the "battle" against cancer. These advances are made possible, in large part, by patients participating in clinical trials. A clinical trial is a way to test scientifically whether a new treatment is safe, effective and superior to existing treatments.

EDITORIAL

Our view: Street sweeping

Taking half the summer to sweep state roads and sidewalks is not acceptable.