The Libertarian party scored two seats on the Alaska Public Offices Commission this year by being the second most popular party in the general election.
One of the candidates put forward by the party is now facing questions over his residency. William McChord of Haines appeared before the House Judiciary Committee this week for a confirmation hearing, but members pointed out he’s only lived in Alaska since last May, less than one year.
Party Chair Michael Chambers said McChord was low on the list of nominees. He’s hoping U.S. Senate candidate Mark Fish wins the seat currently open. The other seat won’t be vacantuntil 2017.
The Libertarian party garnered just 3.2% of the gubernatorial vote, but came second since Governor Walker claimed no party affiliation and there was no Democratic candidate in the race.
