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Alaska's Willow oil project is controversial. Here's why.

Supporters say a major oil project President Joe Biden is OK'ing on Alaska’s petroleum-rich North Slope represents an economic lifeline for Indigenous communities while environmentalists say it runs counter to his climate goals

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Alaska oil project approved as protection sought for other areas - Roll Call

A massive oil and gas facility in was approved by the Biden administration, which also proposed new drilling limits elsewhere in Alaska.

Roll Call

Manchin faces 2024 choice crucial to Democratic friends and foes alike

WASHINGTON — Democrat Joe Manchin insists he’ll win if he runs for reelection. That “if” is one of the biggest uncertainties in U.S. politics, one that could determine Senate control and the role of centrists in an increasingly polarized country.

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Murkowski testifies for Equal Rights Amendment bill, against criticism by fellow GOP senators

WASHINGTON — Alaska Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski testified in support of the Equal Rights Amendment at a Senate hearing this week, opposite a fellow GOP senator who opposes it.

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Fixing the health care worker shortage may be something Congress can agree on

The U.S. faces a shortfall of about 450,000 nurses and 120,000 doctors in the coming years. The Senate's top health committee, led by Sen. Bernie Sanders, is considering bipartisan solutions.

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Senators say health worker shortages ripe for bipartisan compromise

Senators are eying the growing shortage of health care workers in the United States as one of the few problems where there is room for bipartisan solutions, even in a deeply divided Congress gearing up for a presidential election cycle.

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Bipartisan solutions arise for health

A shortage of healthcare workers has led to calls for a bipartisan solution despite a divided Congress

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Renewed push is on to help hungry military families - Roll Call

Congress is seeking legislative fixes to the scourge of military hunger, which is a persistent problem for the Pentagon.

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As Willow project decision nears, Alaska ponders ties to oil - Roll Call

The administration may soon allow a new oil and gas drilling project in Alaska, even as it aims to halve U.S. carbon emissions by 2030.

Roll Call

Biden nominates Alaskan as 1st Arctic ambassador

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden announced Monday he plans to nominate Alaskan Michael Sfraga to serve as the first U.S. Arctic ambassador-at-large.

Tribune News Service

‘We need to work together to survive’: Icelandic start-ups are inventing new ways to tackle climate breakdown

What began as a dozen companies in 2012 has now grown to more than 70 members and associates connected to the Iceland Ocean Cluster, writes Hannah Hall

The Independent UK

Pressure mounts on Biden administration for decision on giant Willow oil field project in Alaska

A major oil prospect on federal land in Alaska is hanging in the balance as pressure mounts on the Biden administration for a final decision to approve, or reject, the project.

Tribune News Service

Once again, Shelby stands alone when it comes to earmarks

WASHINGTON — Call him the billion-dollar man.

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Once again, Shelby stands alone when it comes to earmarks - Roll Call

Alabama Sen. Richard C. Shelby goes out on top, while Sen. James M. Inhofe and Rep. Randy Weber come on strong.

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Alaska U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski re-elected to a fourth term

Incumbent Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R) defeated Kelly Tshibaka (R), and Patricia Chesbro (D) in the general election for U.S. Senate in Alaska on November 8, 2022.

Reason

In Alaska, Ranked Choice Voting Worked

Partisan outrage over Sarah Palin's defeat shouldn't obscure the obvious benefits of better voting systems.

The Independent UK

Murkowski withstands another conservative GOP challenger

Alaska Republican U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski has again withstood challenges from a conservative faction within her party to win reelection

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Murkowski wins reelection in Alaska Senate race

Alaska Republican U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski has won reelection, defeating a fellow Republican who was endorsed by former President Donald Trump

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Alaska US Sen. Lisa Murkowski wins reelection

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Lisa Murkowski — one of few Republicans willing to break party ranks — won Alaska’s U.S. Senate race on Wednesday, fending off a challenge from Kelly Tshibaka, a right-wing Republican backed by Trump.

The Independent UK

Lisa Murkowski defeats Trump candidate in Alaska Senate race while Sarah Palin falls short again

Murkowski is one of a handful of Republicans who voted to convict Trump for his actions on January 6, while Peltola wins a full term to Congress.

Axios

Murkowski beats Trump-backed opponent in Alaska's Senate race

Her victory represents another blow for the former president's handpicked candidates.

Roll Call

Murkowski, Peltola win re-election bids - Roll Call

Murkowski beats Trump-backed fellow Republican Kelly Tshibaka, while Peltola defeats Sarah Palin, Nick Begich.

Tribune News Service

Murkowski says Supreme Court's abortion decision hurt Republicans in the midterms

WASHINGTON — Alaska Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski said in an interview that she thinks the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade contributed to the GOP's underperformance in the midterms.

The Conversation

How same-sex marriage gained bipartisan support – a decadeslong process has brought it close to being written into federal law

While public opinion and different state laws on abortion rights are sharply dividing the country, there’s growing indication that most people agree on another once-controversial topic – protecting same-sex marriage.

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