Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich has his second major endorsement in his bid to unseat U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens.

The Democratic candidate received support from the National Education Association's Alaska chapter yesterday.

The organization represents 13,000 teachers and education staff throughout the state.

It's probably fitting as both of Begich's parents were teachers as are two of his sisters and a sister-in-law.

Last month, Begich made it official that he will go head-to-head against the Republican incumbent.

Last week, the Alaska State Employees Association/American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 52 declared its support for Begich.

(Associated Press)