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North Slope votes to ban alcohol in Barrow Alaska
In Barrow Alaska voters approved a total ban on possession and importation of alcohol, aiming to curb violence and accidents. The measure, backed by local officials and Eskimo leaders, passed narrowly after months of petitions and a special Feb. 21 election date. Supporters cite reduced domestic disputes and arrests, while opponents warn of social costs and personal freedoms.
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Barrow
Alaska
Arctic Ocean
Ed Ward
North Slope
Don Long
W’s
Tom Nicolos
Nicolos
Cape Smythe Air
Barrow Freedom Committee
Nicolas
Prudhoe Bay
Iat Eskimos
Samuel Simmonds
Kenneth Toorak
Sties
Ward
Axel
Joe Shults
Sedes
State
Alcohol Beverage Control Board
Park
Itens