Alaskans say the ferry system is worth the cost

Students protest cuts in the marine highway system budget at the Kake ferry terminal last March. (Photo courtesy Adam Davis/Sustainable Southeast Partnership)
Coastal Alaskans told state officials why the ferry system needs to be maintained during a meeting Friday (10-23-15) afternoon in Sitka.
Soldotna State Sen. Peter Micciche hosted what was called a legislative listening session. He’s chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee.
The context was deep service cuts slated for nex