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A Free-for-All in Alaska as 17 Candidates Compete to Be Governor

16 août 2026 à 14:36
Facing huge decisions, the oil-rich, cash-poor state will send four candidates to the final ballot in November. With so many candidates chasing so few voters, the hunt is intense.

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“You go wherever there might be voters,” said Tom Begich, a Democrat and one of the 17 candidates running for governor in Alaska and hustling for votes.

Alaska Democrat Mary Peltola Pushes Back Against Endorsement From Kamala Harris

Par : Tim Balk
14 août 2026 à 17:49
The campaign of Mary Peltola said it was focused on issues important to Alaska and did not approve a message of support from Ms. Harris.

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Former Representative Mary Peltola of Alaska did not appear to be happy that former Vice President Kamala Harris put out a fund-raising appeal on her behalf. Ms. Harris lost the 2024 presidential election in Alaska by 14 points.

‘A Dying Community’: An Energy Crisis Worsened by the War Strains Alaska

14 août 2026 à 05:01
Diesel generators produce the electricity for small towns and hamlets like Manley Hot Springs, Alaska. Prices are soaring with no end in sight.

Alaskans in remote villages are “having to choose between feeding their families and having a warm home.”
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