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William L Hunt — Candidate Statement (DOE 2026)

Alaska News • June 3, 2026 • 4 min

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William L Hunt — Candidate Statement (DOE 2026)

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North Pole Democrat Hunt files for Alaska State Senate District Q

William L. Hunt, a retired state employee and union leader, filed for Senate District Q on a platform centered on 25-year planning. He says Alaska needs leaders focused on the next generation, not the next election.

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William L. Hunt

William L. Hunt Registered Democrat Position sought State Senator Senate Q Residence Address 3400 Virginia Street North Pole, AK 99705 Mailing Address P.O. Box 57009 North Pole AK 99705 Email WH3420mail.com www.huntforalaska.com Biographical Information Age 69 Place of Kansas City, MO Children's Ashley Sierra Geneva Retired mechanic Administrative Clerk for State of Alaska Length of residency in Alaska 46 years Alaskan communities Lived Fairbanks North Pole Education Overland Christian High School Sum College University of Alaska Fairbanks Business and professional positions State of Alaska employee Retired with experience in public service and administrative operations Former Union Steward, Chapter President and administrative representative on a State Board Community organizer and Steward of Santa's Helpers Serving Interior Alaska Families Service Organizations membership ASEA Local 52 retiree chapter member Santa's Helpers North Pole Community Volunteer Former PTA Vice President North Pole Aquatic Swim Team Board Member Special interests Strengthening Social Security, reducing cost of living, infrastructure and energy reliability Workforce preparation for AI supporting working families and unions Community service other biographical over 40 years in the North Pole Fairbanks area running for US Senate with a 25 year plan focused on future generations. Known for hands on leadership and bringing people together. Committed to representing all Alaskans. Alaskans are being served by a system that often focuses on short term politics instead of long term results.

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William L. Hunt

Too many decisions are made for the next election cycle rather than the next generation. I am not running to be part of that system. I am running to help change how it works. My focus is build a 25 year plan that strengthens Alaska for future generations. That means lowering the cost of living, improving access to healthcare, supporting seniors and ensuring our economy works for working families, small businesses and future generations.

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William L. Hunt

Alaska faces unique challenges. High energy cost, limited infrastructure, workforce shortages and access to services in rural communities require practical, Alaska focused solutions. We need leaders in Juneau who understand these challenges and are willing to work together to solve them. I believe we need leadership that brings people together, not pushes them apart. This campaign is about representing all Alaskans regardless of political party and focusing on real solutions instead of political division.

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William L. Hunt

We must also prepare for the future. Artificial intelligence, automation and changing industries will affect jobs, education, healthcare and our economy. We need a long term strategy to ensure our children and grandchildren are prepared for what lies ahead. This election is not just about today, it is about the next 25 years. I respectfully ask for your vote.

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William L. Hunt

The views expressed in this statement are from the candidate and not endorsed by the Division of Elections. The text of this statement was provided and paid for by the candidate in accordance with AS 15.5 8.030 and 6A AC 25.690.