ANCHORAGE, AK – AFP Action congratulates Nick Begich on his election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Alaska. AFP-Action endorsed Begich in September and canvassed the state through election day.  

Nick Begich is the leader who will stand up for Alaskans in Congress, fight to bring down the cost of living, and champion Alaska’s energy industry. AFP Action grassroots staff and volunteers have been laser-focused on this race and have knocked on nearly 45,000 doors in support of Begich. 

Upon the race call, AFP Action Senior Advisor and AFP-Alaska State Director Bethany Marcum released the following statement:  

“AFP Action congratulates Nick Begich and his campaign on his election to Congress. Nick Begich will be a strong voice for the Last Frontier and will showcase Alaska values in Congress.  

“AFP looks forward to working alongside Begich next Congress.”  

Background:

This has been a record-breaking year as AFP and AFP Action separately engaged in a staggering 647 races, including 7 critical U.S. Senate races and 44 U.S. House races. AFP and AFP Action’s grassroots army across the country reached out to more than 19.5 million voters – AFP and AFP Action’s largest effort in our 20-year history. AFP Action’s engagement in federal races is critical as we get back to promoting candidates who will advance good policy in Washington and AFP and AFP Action’s engagement in state legislative races continues their commitment to championing policy solutions and limited government principles that empower states across the country.