WATCH: A Celebration of Life was held in Anchorage for the late Sen. Johnny Ellis. Read more:
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“To say that I was shocked would be an understatement. I don’t know that anybody expected it,” Begich said. “... As minority leader, member of the majority, majority leader, rules chair, he has a legacy of legislation passed fighting for everything from fair treatment of prisoners and victims to strong support for kids programs, the gifted, the disabled — these are his legacy programs. You know he used to brag about the $16 billion that they were able to save during the high times of oil.
Devastated to hear of the passing of Sen. Johnny Ellis. He was a friend, a mentor and a relentless fighter for working families and those who didn't otherwise have a voice in our government. He leaves a tremendous legacy and will be deeply missed.Ellis was a business owner who also served on the board of directors for the Blacks in Alaska History Project, the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation, the Alaska Women’s Lobby, and the Key Campaign to advocate for people with disabilities.
Tarr was among dozens who worked for Ellis during his nearly three decades as a legislator, many of whom have gone on to become public officials in their own right.
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