Public broadcasting KDLG led with story favoring Al Gross on Election Day

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On Election Day, the lead story on the public broadcasting station for Dillingham and surrounding areas was a promotion for candidate Al Gross.

Senate candidate Dr. Al Gross talks plans to support Bristol Bay economy if elected the headline still reads at KDLG, as of Thursday morning.

“Independent Dr. Al Gross talked to KDLG about how he plans to grow the economy of Bristol Bay by supporting fishermen and developing renewable energy resources,” the story continues.

“Why wouldn’t you vote for a guy like that, if you live in the area?” commented one KDLG listener to Must Read Alaska.

“Gross’ campaign reached out to KDLG to share how he plans to help residents in the region,” the report says.

KDLG is licensed and operates out of the Dillingham School District offices. It is a member station of NPR, APRN, PRI, and American Public Media and has a coverage area the size of the state of Ohio, according to the station.

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