Lance Pruitt could become the next speaker of the Alaska House when the state Legislature convenes in Juneau next year. But first he has to win reelection in a rematch against Democrat Liz Snyder.
The Gross campaign is highlighting national coverage about Sullivan’s family’s company, while the Sullivan campaign released video clips of Gross talking about his income as a doctor.
The Republican had been a rare holdout on Barrett, decrying that her nomination had proceeded so close to a presidential election.
Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan and Democratic-supported independent Al Gross also sparred over the proposed Pebble mine, one of several flashpoints in the race.
You can have a blank ballot emailed to you, but you’ll need a printer.
Less than half a percent of absentee ballots have been tentatively marked for rejection so far.
“The poll worker had no close contact with any voters so the risk to voters is considered to be very low,” the Alaska Division of Elections said.
The U.S. House candidates have their final debate next week.
The debate between the candidates for Alaska’s sole seat in Congress became contentious Thursday, with challenger Alyse Galvin saying she’s tired of U.S. Rep. Don Young misrepresenting her position on issues.
The debates will be broadcast on TV and on public radio, and they can also be streamed online.
A state agency rejected an expedited hearing request from a former state lawmaker. The complaint remains in play, but it won’t be considered until after the election.
To reserve TV ad spots, supporters of the measure had to raise more money, they said.
Voters will decide the fate of Ballot Measure 2, which would end partisan primaries, introduce ranked-choice voting and expand disclosure requirements for campaign contributions.
Staff are suggesting a fine of over $8,000 for failing to register as a campaign group.
Al Gross, an independent running with Democratic support in challenging Sullivan, said he opposes Barrett’s nomination.
The emails claimed to be from the Proud Boys, a far-right group supportive of President Trump, but appeared instead to be a deceptive campaign making use of a vulnerability in the organization’s online network.
The lobbying wing of the Family Research Council is the campaign’s biggest donor.
Elections and health officials encourage those with health concerns to take advantage of absentee voting options.
State House races in Anchorage are getting particular attention from campaign groups.
The Alaska Division of Elections says it has notified federal authorities.
