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Feb 11, 2022Liked by Matt Acuña Buxton

Johnny Ellis was kind, wicked funny and worked his whole life for a fairer and more generous Alaska. He also had a teal weakness for rhymed political commentary.

There are so many good and important things left to do - -but no one can tell us like Johnny Ellis!

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Feb 11, 2022Liked by Matt Acuña Buxton

Johnny and I have been friends torever. He was devoted to the betterment of his community and state. A few years back he was n Soldotna for a fishing event and I was able to host Johnny in our home. We spent countless hours on the deck sharing stories of yesterday and today. Thank you Johnny for all you have done for us and Alaska. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

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Feb 11, 2022Liked by Matt Acuña Buxton

Have known Johnny for over 30 years, he was a true statesman. No matter what your political persuasion, he was willing to listen. Will be missed.

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Feb 11, 2022Liked by Matt Acuña Buxton

He will always be a mighty titan in Alaska political life, and was all around a decent human being. He truly was the “Poor People’s Lobbyist”

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Johnny Ellis was incredible decent and generous. Johnny was always a shining light in an era that hosted the VECO scandal. He was a true friend to many people in the legislature. Johnny was respected by those who did not agree with his politics. He had ethics and was a funny kind man. Kathrin McCarthy

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