AK Rundown November 5&6, 2005

 

“Alaska’s Constitutional Convention: 50th Anniversary”

 

Intro/Newscast/Credits

 

  1. Introduction. A brief introduction to the Constitutional Convention, with archival tape. Jessica Cochran/wrap. 2:34 total time
  2. John Whitehead.  Author and historian John Whitehead gives a little context to the convention. Host Interview. (4:17 total time)
  3. Button. “Lost in the Supermarket” by The Clash from London Calling
  4. Prisoner Rehabilitation. Alaska’s constitution guarantees criminal the “right to reformation”; the state is still figuring out what that means. Ak’s Ashley Gross. Pkg. 4:25 (4:49 total time)

 

Break #1: “Paris, Texas” by Ry Cooder from Music by Ry Cooder

 

  1. Legal Issues. Former Attorney General Av Gross talks about practicing law in a state with little judicial history. Host Interview. (6:02 total time)
  2. Same Sex Update. Murkowski Administration will try to overturn the recent court ruling on benefits for same sex partners of public employees. Host Wrap. (:52 seconds total time)
  3. Button. “Preamble to the Constitution” by School House Rock from Schoolhouse Rock
  4. Delegates.  The 55 Alaskans who wrote the constitution made up the most diverse group ever gathered in Alaska to that time. Jessica Cochran/Host Wrap. (1:48)
  5. Convention Reunion. Delegates gathered several years ago to share memories. Ellen Lockyer. Vox Pop. 2:38 (2:59 with itnro)
  6. Vic Fischer. For delegate Vic Fischer, participating in the democratic process was particularly sweet. AK’s Ashley Gross. Pkg. 5:50 (6:15 with intro)

 

Break #2: “I Be Blowin’” by De la Soul from Buhloone Mind State

 

  1. Racial Discrimination. Delegates included racial discrimination clause in the Constitution and tried to make voting easier. Rdr.
  2. Pt Hope Legacy. One legacy of Project Chariot was an emerging political awareness and activity among Natives. Gabriel Spitzer. Host Pkg.
  3. 300 villages. Gustavus, Naukati and Kasaan.
  4. Calendar Bed. “Leap Frog” by Dizzie Gillespie from Verve Jazz Masters 10
  5. Mike Campbell. Long-time Alaska singer paints pictures with his songs. AK’s Ellen Lockyer. Pkg. 5:50 (6:05 with intro)

 

Close: “The Roots – Instrumental” by The Roots from Rap Instrumentals