{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["https://begich.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-begich-celebrates-official-start-2025-iditarod", "Congressman Nick Begich Celebrates the Official Start of the 2025 Iditarod", "2025-03-03", "2025", "2025-03", "Republican", "House", "AK", "Nicholas J. Begich III", "B001323", "begich.house.gov", "begich", "https://begich.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 March 3, 2025 \u2013 Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Nick Begich (R-AK) released the following statement celebrating the start of the 2025 Iditarod:\n\n\u201cToday marks the official start of the \u201cLast Great Race on Earth\u201d, the Iditarod. For Alaskans, the Iditarod is more than a race\u2014it is often considered the \u201cpulse of Alaska\u201d. It is a powerful symbol of our state\u2019s rich culture and enduring spirit.\n\nThis year\u2019s extended course is a testament to the challenges that come with racing through Alaska\u2019s unforgiving wilderness. But just as Alaskans always have, these competitors will adapt and persevere, pushing forward with the same strength and tenacity that has defined this event for over 50 years.\n\nAs our state gathers to cheer on these remarkable athletes\u2014both human and canine\u2014we are reminded of the traditions that bring us together as Alaskans. The Iditarod is a celebration of Alaska, our people, and the frontier spirit that continues to inspire both Alaskans and people from around the world.\n\nGood luck to all the mushers and stay safe\u2014Alaska is cheering you on to Nome!\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:15:27Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["https://begich.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-nick-begich-celebrates-official-start-2025-iditarod"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 2.163926139473915, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}