Tourism and hospitality are the backbone of the Alaska economy, and for me, there’s no doubt that Proposition 1 would negatively impact these vital industries and damage Anchorage’s brand on the national stage. The threat to our economy is very real: After North Carolina passed discriminatory laws against transgender individuals, local businesses lost billions of dollars as organizations canceled conferences and events. North Carolina lost hundreds of jobs as companies canceled plans to open headquarters in that state. Simply put, discrimination is wrong and isn’t good for business.
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