Cathy Giessel

“Square one is increasing the value we, as Alaskans, place on education. If we truly valued education, we would value the expertise of our teachers, in K-12 and university. We would instill in our kids respect and value of education, and the respect that educators deserve to be given. We would make sure that our schools were safe places, where kids can go to learn, but also feel cared for by teachers who know them and their learning needs.”

“When the Federal government disregards its own Constitution (example: 10th Amendment and elections), I see that as an example of a major problem.”

“I take this job very seriously. I recognize that I am dealing with other people's money; I take that seriously. My favorite thing to do is hear from people all over the state about what matters to them. I recognize that I have knowledge limits so I stick to topics that I know and refer things like judiciary topics to legislators who have that expertise.”

“Absolutely. The best policy results when people with different perspectives not only talk, but actually listen to each other. There's no guarantee that happens 100% of the time in a political coalition, but it certainly doesn't happen in polarized, divided situations.”

“Alaskans come first in every decision I make — not special interests, not out-of-state companies. You are the reason I show up every day. Character means integrity, courage, and hard work. That's how I have tried to serve you, and that's what you can keep counting on.”