About
Jim McDermott is a Fairbanks Libertarian, retired U.S. Air Force master sergeant, and University of Alaska Fairbanks business instructor who has lived in Alaska for more than 35 years. A former Republican who says he left the party over the Patriot Act and NDAA, he was the Libertarian nominee for Alaska's U.S. House seat in 2012, 2014, and 2016; he finished eighth in the 2026 top-four primary with 1.2% and advanced to the November ballot after four higher-finishing candidates withdrew.
Positions on Key Issues
Climate/Energy
In a July 23, 2026 response to Alaska's Stance on Science questionnaire, McDermott emphasized Alaska's supplies of what he called clean coal, natural gas, and high-quality oil, and said he favors very clean power such as small nuclear power plants, particularly in rural areas. The response did not specify policies on climate change, emissions, solar, wind, or geothermal energy.
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No public position found: Healthcare, Economy, Immigration, Foreign Policy, Education, Election Policy
Top Donors
No campaign finance data found in public FEC disclosures as of September 2026. Finished 8th in the Aug. 18 top-four primary with 1.2% (1,629 votes) and advanced to the November ballot after four higher-finishing candidates withdrew.
Voting Record
No public legislative voting record; never held elected office. Retired USAF veteran, University of Alaska business instructor, and three-time prior Libertarian nominee for this seat (2012, 2014, 2016).
About this research
Data compiled from public sources and analyzed using AI. Last updated October 9, 2026. Visit candidate websites for the most current information.