Alaska’s take on Sarah Palin

The World

As the U.S. mainland continues its debate over the selection of Governor Sarah Palin, we look northward and talk to a long-time reporter in Alaska for a local’s opinion on McCain’s pick. Guest: Steve Heimel, senior reporter and producer for the Alaska Public Radio Network, based in Anchorage, and host of its call-in show, Talk of Alaska

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