Three Candidates Move to General Election in Alaska

In Alaska's recent primary election, three candidates have secured their spots for the general election to represent the state's at-large congressional district. The Associated Press reported that the state's non-partisan, ranked-choice primary system allowed the top four candidates, regardless of party affiliation, to advance. A total of 12 candidates competed for these positions, with incumbent Rep. Mary Peltola, a Democrat, leading the pack. Mary Peltola garnered 50.7% of the votes, solidifying her position as a frontrunner. Following her, Republican Nick Begich, who previously contested against Peltola in 2022, claimed second place with 26.8% of the vote. The third candidate, Republican Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom, received 19.9% of the votes and was notably endorsed by former President Donald Trump. The Associated Press has yet to determine the fourth-place finisher, as none of the remaining candidates surpassed the 1% threshold. The primary race featured a diverse array of candidates, including David Ambrose, Samuel Claesson, Lady Donna Dutchess, Richard Grayson, Eric Hafner, Gerald Heikes, John Wayne Howe, Richard Mayers, and Matthew Salisbury, all vying for the opportunity to represent Alaskans in Congress. As the general election approaches, the dynamics of the race will be closely watched, particularly with the implications of ranked-choice voting in play.