Bernadette Wilson, a former radio host, announces she’s running for Alaska governor
Bernadette Wilson recently sat down for her first interview since announcing her bid for Alaska governor. A former radio host and long-time conservative figure in Alaska, Wilson spoke to Fox News Digital about various issues in the race and her plans for working with the Trump administration on energy development.
A proud lifelong Alaskan, Wilson hails from a family with a strong political background. Her great-uncle Wally Hickel served as governor in the 1960s and again in the early 1990s. Wilson emphasized that while she may be a political outsider, she comes from a lineage of business-savvy individuals, including her grandfather who played a significant role in building Anchorage. She herself owns a successful garbage company, which has been in operation for nine years. Wilson believes that her entrepreneurial experience, combined with her family’s political history and her career in radio and activism, provides her with a unique perspective and a solid foundation for leadership.
One of the key issues Wilson addressed in the interview is her opposition to ranked choice voting. She believes that this system disenfranchises voters and creates confusion. Wilson pointed to the election of former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola in Alaska as an example of the negative impact of ranked choice voting. She is determined to eliminate this system if elected, citing it as a mission-critical priority.
Energy development is a top economic priority for Alaska, and Wilson expressed her eagerness to collaborate with the Trump administration on its domestic energy renaissance plan. She highlighted the importance of energy for Alaska’s economy and criticized the sanctions imposed on the state by the Biden administration. Wilson believes that Alaska has the potential to lead the country in the energy sector and is committed to working towards that goal.
When asked about the ongoing disputes with Canada, Wilson emphasized the need for cross-border infrastructure projects. She sees the proximity of Canada as a significant factor for Alaska and believes that improving transportation links, such as a railroad through Canada, would be a top priority for her administration.
In the upcoming gubernatorial race, Wilson will be competing against Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom and State Sen. Click Bishop. With her strong background in business, politics, and activism, Wilson is positioning herself as a candidate who can bring about positive change and economic growth for Alaska.
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