This time it's personal
by digby
One of the things we've learned as activists over the past few years is how hard it is for good people to run for office. It's tremendously draining, both in energy and money and you don't get a lot of thanks from the people for trying. I'm always in awe of anyone who puts himself or herself out there to do the hard work of retail politics.
So imagine the thrill Mr Digby and I felt when Adam Wool, one of our closest friends, decided to throw his hat into the ring and run for the State House in Alaska. And yes, he's a Democrat. He's also a business owner (restaurant, nightclub and movie theatre) a musician, a family man and an all around great guy.
If there's one thing Alaska needs it's some sanity in its politics, particularly at the state level. And some honesty. (I can guarantee that Adam Wool won't be joining any new versions of the infamous Alaskan Corrupt Bastards Club. )
Adam, like his potential constituents, was in favor of repealing the current oil tax plan which is bankrupting the state government by giving massive giveaways to their unctuous patrons. The Republicans, needless to say, blocked all attempts to rein them in. The Democrats will keep trying. Meanwhile, people in Fairbanks are paying gargantuan monthly heating bills --- so much for energy independence, eh?
Anyway, we're very proud of Adam here at Digby headquarters and we're rooting for him all the way. And if you feel like contributing to the career of a potential Democratic leader in Alaska, you can do so here.
Here's his first ad:
