Former U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola has unveiled a new “affordability” campaign platform as she intensifies her challenge against incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan in Alaska’s closely watched 2026 U.S. Senate race. The campaign rollout focuses heavily on lowering costs for Alaskans, with Peltola proposing tax relief and measures aimed at…
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