Candidate Questionnaire: Western States Regional Council of Carpenters

I answer every questionnaire honestly so Anchorage families know exactly where I stand. Parents deserve to decide what is best for their children.

See my responses to Western States Regional Council of Carpenters here. Submitted on January 30th, 2026.

1. Do You currently hold office, or have you held it in the past?

If you hold or have held a public office position, please specify which one:

I do not currently hold any public office, I did run for the Anchorage School Board last year and did fairly well. Even though I have held many positions within volunteer organizations up to this point, being a Dad, Veteran, and Educator has been my primary duties. A politician has never been one of them. 2. Have you previously received a Carpenters Union endorsement?

If so, which positions: I have not, and I may have missed the email for last year's endorsement solicitation. I'd value your input this time to build on that momentum and collaborate on education opportunities for working families. 3. Were you or any of your immediate family ever members of a union?

If not, what is your experience with organized labor? Unfortunately, my Dad spent his whole life working in a lumber mill in Arizona but did not have the protection of a union. He is technically retired today, but is still forced to work to survive a very basic lifestyle. I however, have been a member of the Air Force's equivalent to our union in the Air Force Sergeants Association, where I have held several positions within the organization and been recognized Internationally for the work I have done to ensure pay and benefits stay competitive within the military. When I worked as a Cafeteria Manager in ASD, I did not need to be briefed on the importance of joining; I did without hesitation. 4. Does Your Campaign have a website or Facebook page?

If so, please list it. Our campaign website is www.alexforschoolboardak.com and we are on every social media platform with @AlexForSchools, including X and Facebook. We have produced over 250 videos so far and have a solid digital footprint that rivals all other candidates across Alaska currently; and are doing so with a very minimal budget. I do not believe in throwing money at a problem and am very fiscally responsible. 5. Do you oppose the so-called “Right to Work” Laws?

Why or why not? I do not support so-called “Right to Work” laws in the way they are often promoted, because I believe workers should have the freedom to choose union membership based on merit, value, and willingness; not forced either way. No one should be required to join a union just to hold a job, nor should they be denied fair representation and benefits if they contribute. In my view, strong unions earn support through results: better wages, safer conditions, and real protections that help families thrive. Forced systems on either side can lead to unfairness or "good ole boy" dynamics that hurt hardworking people.

Alaska isn't a right-to-work state, and I respect organized labor's role in fighting for competitive pay and benefits. Just like what I experience advocating for military members through AFSA. As a school board candidate, I see this tying to education: stable, well-supported working families mean kids come to school ready to learn with pride and purpose, and vocational programs can prepare Anchorage students for trades like carpentry under parental choice and local control. We need to build on strengths, not weaken worker protections that help families provide for their children. 6. Would you support funding that will support public works in your jurisdiction?

Please elaborate. I think that we need to support more funding that enables our students in ASD to enter the trades, all of them. I am more of a believer that a person can better provide for their family if they have a good skillset and career, than if they simply attended college. I believe that both options should be made available, but without a solid base catered to public works, Alaska will continue to decline, especially with our 46th national education ranking. I prefer to invest in vocational programs to give kids real opportunities, not some useless piece of paper and lifetime debt. 7. What is your stance on the implementation of Project Labor Agreements (PLA’s)

and or Community workforce Agreements (CWA’s)? I think these are good options to ensure there is work available, but, I also have seen these be abused in lieu of attempting to take more pay and benefits to the detriment of the community. When done right, they can support quality school construction and apprenticeships, helping local families and preparing students for careers under parental choice and local focus. 8. How would you promote apprenticeship and career opportunities in

construction to your constituents for today’s economy? I think the Academies of Anchorage is a solid approach to this. There should be more options for our students to enter the trades. I'd advocate for expanded programs through school board decisions, partnering with groups like Local 1281, and share success stories on @AlexForSchools to inspire parents and kids toward pride-filled careers. And most of all... students that want to stay in Alaska. 9. Do you support prosecuting businesses and contractors who break the laws

regarding employee taxes, misclassification, workers’ compensation, and

unemployment?

How will you work to help hold businesses and contractors responsible? I believe there is a lack of accountability all around and those who break laws should definitely be held accountable. I'd work to ensure school contracts prioritize responsible contractors, protecting families so their kids can focus on learning in safe environments.

On the school board, there are not many levers in place to hold those accountable, so I fully intend to do so through transparency and voicing concerns publicly. 10. Do you support legislation strengthening laws against employers who

discriminate or exploit workers regardless of the workers’ immigration

status? If someone is not here legally, then they should not be working and taking a job from someone who is. Any employer who exploits another human being, regardless of immigration status should be held accountable. This ensures stable jobs for local families, whose children deserve better education outcomes than our current last-place national standing. 11. Contrast/Compare yourself with your opponent(s): I am a Dad, Veteran, and Educator who has been to over 50 countries in the world, managed several K-6th grade classes, I have special education experience, have coached dozens of sports teams, but one thing I am not; a politician, nor beholden to any one group. I focus on building safe schools with parental input to climb from 46th in education.

I say what needs to be said, not what someone else tells me to. I'm a man of my word and not a bought politician. 12. What is your path to victory in your race, and your plan for funding your

campaign? My path to victory is reaching as many people and listening to as many as I possibly can from now until election day. There are 275,000 people in Anchorage. I have not, nor cannot, reach everyone. But those that I do, I want to relate to them and share that I am available more than just during 9-5 hours. I have been focused on my digital presence because with being on the school board, it is important to reach people where they are and also reach the next generation. My plan for funding is and has been to never ask for what I cannot deliver. Last year, I only spent $0.11 a vote in my campaign as a first time candidate.

Money to my campaign, is a huge force multiplier. I want to earn every penny, aiming to scale outreach for 30,000 votes through targeted events and social boosts. 13.Why should Local 1281 Carpenters support your candidacy? First and foremost... I am a proven working class leader with my military experience as an aircraft mechanic.

I want to build opportunities for our kids and the next generation. I know the value of Local 1281 Carpenters here in Anchorage. Support both ways does not come through a simple questionnaire. I build relationships with hard working people. I earned where I am in my life with hard work and grit. I know the Carpenters do as well. My Dad taught me that growing up, I carried the torch in the military, and I know the kids in our district are looking for something similar, like vocational paths to trades. 14. Will you have an open-door policy with the Carpenters Union? "Open door policy" is a good story. I heard this phrase said by many Chief Master Sergeants (E-9, highest enlisted members in the military). I always said when climbing the ranks; "I wont have an open door policy when I make it.... my office wont even have a door!". That policy has always stuck with me and why I am committing myself to be available 24/7 to everyone, Carpenters included. My phone is always on, even

though I may not always answer. I am a Dad with priorities to my daughters, but I am willing to serve our community to the level that is not currently seen in Anchorage with our elected officials. 15. Have any labor organizations, local groups, active or former elected

officials endorsed your candidacy? I have yet to ask for many endorsements. They usually come with divisive agendas, from what I saw in the past. This year though, I am already endorsed by the GOP Districts 9 and 13 and have several individual endorsements. As far as local groups. I know the Air Force Sergeants would, if not restricted by their 501(c)19 status. And there are a couple churches that would endorse, if I asked. That is not my style. As far

as active or former elected officials; there are many that I know and talk to and seek council with but am, like I mentioned previously, not beholden to one side or to anyone. Politics is what it is. I am my own man, focused on uniting for better schools. 16. Is there anything else you would like us to know about you, your

candidacy, or your priorities not already covered in the questions

above? My priorities for the Anchorage School District are simple. I want to prioritize student safety first and foremost. I want parental involvement and direction, not outside interests meddling in our kids' education. Improving outcomes is extremely important;

especially with only 40% of our students being proficient in critical subjects. Fiscal responsibility and accountability in spending is a huge cornerstone, far too much fraud waste and abuse has crept into our education system; Im a no nonsense leader with results based proof in my life. And maybe most all. we need to bring American values back into our schools. Pledge every day, live by the Constitution, and have the moral code that made this great nation. I believe that Jesus is my Lord and savior; some

say he was a son of a Carpenter, just as I am, as well as an Educator. 17. Would you be willing to attend a Local 1281 Union meeting, or tour our Training Center to engage with Members and Apprentices? I would never turn down an opportunity to meet with any 1281 member, especially at a meeting. But I would love more to come see the Training Center and engage with members and Apprentices. That sounds like a perfect day of self improvement for me. I want to do what I can to make your programs better, because I know they make our kiddos better, and set up Alaska where we need to be in education rankings. 18. What role do you envision Organized Labor having to help address

housing issues in Anchorage? The housing issues in Anchorage are all political in my opinion. Organized labor, is one large piece that could easily solve the whole equation. I do not want any of the 'red tape' to hinder progress for our city and our state; I feel that it does. From my perspective, politics gets in the way of progress far too much. I expect Organized Labor to take the reigns if you all are willing to take that responsibility. There is a lot of work to be done, and our city should understand that it takes a backbone to get it done, supporting stable homes so kids can thrive in schools. 19. Do you have any contribution limits in your campaign?

If so, what is your campaign(s) contribution limit: As far as I know, there are no contribution limits from individuals. I prefer to have as many small contributions as possible as opposed to one large lump sum from the group. Makes it more personal and connected, that is what I prefer. I say that but any large donation would be met with a general advertising push through radio, video, and social media. You can hopefully get a good sense of what my message is, but I welcome any input to consider. 20.What contribution amount would you like to receive from us? or would you want member involvement in volunteer activities like phone banking, door

knocking, signs, etc.? I would love individual donations more than anything. Some have donated $9.07, $17.76, and even $49. It is not about money to me and my campaign though. I have already proven to beat candidates that have outspent me by over 10 to 1. If members feel inclined to door knock, I want to come to your neighborhood and talk to your neighbors. I do have signs to put in your yards or at your places of work. Phone banking

feels very informal to me, but I know there are some more than willing to do it so I will not turn down any help. I mostly want to connect, as a contribution, to share education stories and build support. 21. To whom should the endorsement check be addressed if our

Carpenters Union and its affiliated locals make a financial

contribution? If you want to make a contribution: checks or otherwise should be made out to "Alexander Rosales For Anchorage School Board". Options are also on my website or I have envelopes. 22. What is the best mailing address to mail contribution checks? Mailing address is 12110 Business Blvd Ste A06 PMB 143, Eagle River, AK 99577