Bernadette Wilson Announces Candidacy for Governor in 2026
Juneau, AK – Bernadette Wilson, a multifaceted political figure, competitive figure skater, and successful entrepreneur, has officially declared her candidacy for governor of Alaska in 2026. Over the weekend, Wilson quietly filed a letter of intent, joining fellow Republicans Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom and former state Sen. Click Bishop in the race.
In her announcement made on the steps of the Alaska Capitol, Wilson declared, “America’s Strength Starts with Alaska!” emphasizing her commitment to building a robust future for the state. Following her announcement, she embarked on a brief tour of Capitol offices before returning home to begin her campaign efforts.
With a rich background in political activism, Wilson previously served as the executive director of the Alaska Policy Forum and state director for Americans for Prosperity Alaska. Her political journey began in 2010, advocating for parental notification measures and managing campaigns for notable figures like Joe Miller, Mead Treadwell, and Nick Begich. Currently, she sponsors the RepealNow initiative, which seeks to overturn ranked-choice voting after its narrow defeat in 2024.
Wilson, who is the great-niece of the late Gov. Walter J. Hickel, boasts deep familial roots in Alaska’s construction and trucking sectors, and she is a proud member of the Naknek Native Village tribe. Recent polls indicate that Wilson is a favored candidate among conservative voters, garnering strong support in surveys conducted by Must Read Alaska.
With her campaign website and social media channels now live, Wilson is poised to engage Alaskans in her vision for the future. For more details, visit her campaign site or follow her on social media. Her announcement can also be viewed on Must Read Alaska’s Facebook page.
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