Objectively analyzes reasons for and against convening a Constitutional Convention. Presents facts about the ballot issue. Presents results of statewide surveys of government officials and organizations as to any constitutional changes they would recommend. This issue was on the November 5, 2002, ballot as currently required every ten years by the Alaska Constitution.

The Subsistence Committee grew out of the Urban Rural Unity Study. The committee concluded that the issues are very complex and not subject to a simple solution and it did not formulate any single solution. Instead, it offered several suggestions.

Addresses the question: How can Alaska effectively address the increasing tension between its urban and rural populations?

An analysis of the condition of Alaska's economy, quality of life, educational systems and government at a pivotal point in its history.

A study group reports makes recommendations regarding what services state government should provide, and what services it should not, given the growth of the state’s private sector and declining state revenue from Prudhoe Bay.

The greatest strength of our state, and our community, lies within the citizens of Alaska and Anchorage. Any action that improves our quality of life as a community will improve our competitive edge in the global community.

Originally studied in 1982, the issue of the necessity of a constitutional convention is revisited. The report concludes that there is little need to change the 1982 findings and that the subject merits serious study.

Examination of the legal underpinnings of statehood and a discussion of the growth of federal powers in general. Areas of federal interference with Alaska’s goals are identified.

Commonwealth North's original "Shall There Be a Constitutional Convention?" report