Mann on the Street

If you could be governor for one day, what is the first thing you would want to change?

"I would look at the expenses of state government to see if there were areas that were redundant or not functioning or relevant anymore. My focus would be to right size."

Jeff Barber, Palmer

"Do anything to stop domestic violence statewide. There needs to be state troopers everywhere we can get them. The peace officer thing isn't working."

Greg Conklin, Wasilla

"The first thing I would do: fix it so all Alaskans get their permanent fund. No if's, no buts, no fighting. That would be my thing."

Thomas Johnson, Wasilla

"To make Alaska a better place. Instead of a place that's behind the curve, I would want Alaska to lead the way with government funding, culture and well being for all of its citizens."

Ransome Kelley, Wasilla