Resource development
Supports Alaska LNG, NPRA and ANWR development, Willow, Ambler Road, West Susitna and King Cove access projects.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
Bernadette M. Wilson
Candidate for Governor · Alaska
Running mate: Michael K. Shower
THE PERSON
Background
Bernadette Wilson was born on the Kenai Peninsula and raised in Anchorage. Her campaign describes her commercial waste business, radio and television work, and service as a senior adviser to Nick Begich.
Roots
- Commercial waste business founder
- Radio and television work
- Political campaign adviser
Background sources checked October 29, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Permanent Fund Dividend
Supports restoring the statutory Permanent Fund Dividend.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.Elections
Supports repealing ranked-choice voting.
Source checked October 29, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
Governor · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 29, 2026.
Alaska Division of Elections — certified 2026 general-election candidates ↗The candidate’s name and party follow the official ballot source. Backgrounds and issue positions are checked separately. A candidate is not an officeholder-elect unless a verified result establishes that status.