Former Senate Finance Co-Chair cites fiscal responsibility, economic stability, and bipartisan leadership
October 29, 2026
Former Republican State Senator Anna MacKinnon, who represented Eagle River and communities in Southcentral Alaska's Chugiak area, has endorsed Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins (JKT) for Governor of Alaska, joining a growing coalition of Republican, independent, and nonpartisan leaders supporting his candidacy.
MacKinnon served in the Alaska Legislature representing the Eagle River area and later as co-chair of the Senate Finance Committee, where she worked on state budgeting, fiscal policy, and economic development.
“Alaska is facing serious challenges that require thoughtful leadership, fiscal responsibility, and a willingness to work across party lines,” said MacKinnon. “I trust JKT to govern for all Alaskans, restore fiscal responsibility, and ensure that Alaskans for generations benefit from the resources we all own in common. We may come from different political backgrounds, but I believe we share a commitment to Alaska's long-term success. That's why I'm supporting Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins for governor.”
Throughout her legislative career, MacKinnon worked on some of Alaska's most significant fiscal and economic issues, including the state's budget, resource development, and long-term financial stability.
“I'm incredibly honored to have Anna's support,” said Kreiss-Tomkins. “Our campaign is focused on fiscal responsibility and working across the aisle, and that is why our coalition of Republicans, Democrats, and independents continues to grow. We won't agree on every issue, but we share a belief that Alaska needs a stronger economy, affordable energy, and a sustainable fiscal future.”
MacKinnon's endorsement comes as a growing number of Republican elected officials, former legislators, and business and community leaders announce their support for Kreiss-Tomkins and his running mate, Zac Johnson.
The campaign continues to emphasize its commitment to bringing Alaskans together around shared priorities, including lowering the cost of living, supporting responsible resource development, strengthening public education, and establishing a sustainable fiscal plan.
JKT’s growing cross-partisan coalition also includes the Alaska AFL-CIO, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 302, Western States Carpenters Union, Laborers’ International Union of North America Locals 341, 942, and 71, Public Safety Employees Association Local 803, Anchorage Police Department Employees Association PAC, Alaska Professional Fire Fighters Association, Teamsters Local 959, UA Local 367, IBEW Local 1547, IUPAT Local 1959, Inlandboatmen’s Union of the Pacific, NEA-Alaska, UAW Region 6 and Local 1907 (Alaska Graduate Workers Association), Alaska State Employees Association/AFSCME Local 52 PAC, Alaska Public Employees Association/American Federation of Teachers, and SEIU 775; over 50 Alaska Native leaders; over 40 commercial fisheries leaders; the commercial fishermen’s organizations Kodiak Seiners Association, Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association, and Cordova District Fishermen United; Senator Lisa Murkowski; former Gov. Tony Knowles; former Gov. Frank Murkowski; former Gov. Bill Walker; former Senate President Rick Halford (R); former State Senator Lesil McGuire (R); former State Senator Gary Wilken (R); former State Representative Jesse Sumner, and over 80 elected Republicans, Democrats, and independents from Ketchikan to Kotzebue who are backing JKT’s vision to get Alaska back on track.
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About Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins
Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins (JKT), born and raised in Sitka, represented Southeast Alaska’s island communities for 10 years in the State House. He first won election at age 23 after leaving college without a degree to launch a grassroots campaign, traveling by ferry and floatplane to knock on nearly every door across Southeast Alaska, defeating an established incumbent by 32 votes.
A member of the Bipartisan Coalition in the House, he worked across the aisle to support Alaska schools, protect our fisheries, invest in infrastructure, fight corruption and protect the Permanent Fund. After a decade in the legislature, Kreiss-Tomkins retired in 2023, and spent two years working for a national nonprofit on science and technology policy on Capitol Hill, as well as working on campaigns across Alaska and the country.
Since leaving the legislature, he's seen what all Alaskans have witnessed: a distracted state government that is failing to solve Alaska’s big problems. Prices keep rising. Basic infrastructure is neglected. Schools struggle or close.
Alaska needs new energy and new leadership. JKT is running for governor to support our schools, bring down costs, and give families a reason to stay — so that the next generation will also call Alaska home.
To learn more, visit jktforak.com.
About Zac Johnson
Zac Johnson was born in Anchorage and spent his early years in a dry cabin his parents built along Turnagain Arm. In 2000, at age 19, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps as an infantryman. He served two deployments, including during the invasion of Iraq in 2003.
In 2006, Zac returned to Alaska and enrolled at the University of Alaska Anchorage. He volunteered as a firefighter and EMT with the Girdwood Fire Department before joining the Alaska State Troopers in 2013. As a state pilot and trooper with the Fairbanks-based Rural Unit, he worked missions from Dillingham to Arctic Village, and nearly every community in between. He later became a Tactical Flight Officer flying remote search and rescues, fishery patrols, and drug busts with federal law enforcement.
In 2023, Zac won election to the Anchorage Assembly as an independent. He has served as a strong advocate for public safety and responsible government. Today, Zac lives in South Anchorage with his wife, Liz, and continues to lead with Alaskan values of compassion, community, and hard work.
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