To the editor: As a life-long Alaskan, raised by one of our state’s great pioneering physicians (Dr. William James Mills) I am for the first time in a position to personally know one of our gubernatorial candidates, Bill Walker. Bill, too, is a life-long Alaskan; born in Fairbanks, raised in Delta and Valdez and residing in Anchorage for the last 20 years. His passions are refreshingly Alaskan, as well. Bill’s a pioneer in his own right as one of the designers behind the All Alaska pipeline. In addition, he serves as Project Manager and General Counsel for the Alaska Gas Line Port Authority. He’s an Alaskan businessman, who served on Valdez’s city council and as their mayor. His devotion to our state shines out of everything he does. He’s proven he’s not afraid to take on controversial issues, and fight for Alaska. Bill’s a devoted family man, as well, with whom I’ve stood along side at many school, church, athletic, and communi…

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