We're very pleased to see both the shipping lines and the union recognize Alaska's unique dependence on shipping, ... Everything from the Sunday funnies to election pamphlets were affected by this lockout. There is no rail line and only one highway, and it would cost about twice as much and take considerably longer.

Bob King

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