Among Alaska’s 16 candidates for governor is a ‘pissed off’ single mother of five

By: James Brooks

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: February 7, 2026

Words: 984

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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The first independent candidate in Alaska’s 2026 gubernatorial election is a single mother of five who says she’s frustrated with the condition of Alaska’s fisheries, its economy and the Permanent Fund dividend.

Jessica Faircloth filed her letter of intent in January, making her the 15th person to sign up for this year’s gubernatorial race. A 16th candidate announced his candidacy this week.

She’s from Kasilof, a rural community on the Kenai Peninsula. …

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