Letters to the Editor

Letter: Where was I Nov. 3?

Each morning, with my coffee, I read the ADN, especially the letters to the editor. What started out as a chuckle has now become a full belly laugh, reading opinions expressed against Sen. Dan Sullivan, and his vote to acquit former President Donald Trump.

I ask these letter writers, “Was Sen. Sullivan less of a carpetbagger last August? or last April? Anytime since his election?” No. As a 45-plus year Alaskan who has seen politicians of both political parties — state legislators, U.S. senators, Congressmen — come and go, here’s my opinion.

The Republican party has had a stranglehold on Alaska for many years; during that time, few politicians of that party stand out as honest, moral or looking out for fellow Alaskans. Gov. Jay Hammond and U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens are among those few.

Now, I am adding Sen. Lisa Murkowski to my list. Unprecedented outrage is being heaped on her decision to convict Mr. Trump. I feel, unjustly so. She voted her conscience, and in support of the United States Constitution. But now, against Sen. Sullivan for his lack of conscience and against the Constitution: Did he have any less conscience last August, or April, or at any time since his election? No.

I learned to spell “Murkowski” years ago and know which box to check next November. As for Sen. Sullivan, the letter writers who condemn him for lack of conscience and call him carpetbagger; they had an opportunity to rid themselves of carpetbaggers. An opportunity not taken. Before they sit down at that keyboard, or put pen to paper, they should think to themselves, “Where was I on Nov. 3?”

— Susan K. Fegert

Willow

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