Representative Sarah Vance on Reelection, Protecting Children, and the Future of Alaska

Alaska State Representative Sarah Vance joins host Jonathan Quick for a wide-ranging conversation about her political journey, from defeating a 16-year incumbent despite being given less than a one percent chance of victory to serving four terms in the Alaska Legislature. She reflects on the challenges of representing one of Alaska's most politically diverse districts, working across party lines, and balancing principle with compromise.The conversation also explores two of her most significant legislative efforts: a new law targeting AI-generated child sexual abuse material and legislation strengthening Alaska's age of consent laws to better protect minors from exploitation. Vance discusses the years-long effort behind both bills, the bipartisan cooperation required to get them passed, and why she believes protecting vulnerable children should rise above politics.