How Two Republicans with the Same Name Are Running for Senate in Alaska But the Bigger Threat Is Democrat Mary Peltola Alaska's unique economy, heavily reliant on oil and gas production, often puts its Democrats at odds with national counterparts who prioritize environmental concerns.
The state's latest battle for control is playing out in the US Senate election between Republican Senator Dan Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola.
However, what's fascinating about this contest is not just the candidates themselves but the implications of Alaska's unique politics on national trends.