I am super honored to have helped draft a brief portion of Senator Lisa Murkowski’s remarks on the 2025 Iditarod that were delivered in front of the Senate this morning at 8:30am Alaska time, congratulating Jessie Holmes on his victory early this morning.
Well done Jessie!
Thanks to my friend Victoria Hardwick, (2019 & 2021 Iditarod finisher) for making the connections and asking me to help write these remarks.
My words are at 34:13
“[Iditarod] is a reminder to us that in Alaska, the land does not yield to those who are unprepared—it rewards those who respect it, who understand its power, and who find strength in its challenges.
The Iditarod is a living tribute to the pioneering spirit, a reminder that hardship is not to be feared but faced with courage.
Today, as we recognize this great race and the men, women, and dogs who make it possible, let us also recognize the values it upholds: perseverance in the face of adversity, partnership that transcends words, and the unbreakable will to keep going—no matter the storm.”
You can watch the full clip below. Thank you for being a big fan of the Iditarod, Senator!
