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Alaska GOP Senator Accuses Democrats of Namesake Ballot Trick

6/3/2026

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Sen. Dan S. Sullivan’s campaign alleges Democrats helped place a namesake candidate on the Alaska Senate primary ballot to mislead voters.
Incumbent Republican Senator Dan S. Sullivan and challenger Dan J. Sullivan share the Aug. 18 primary ballot.
Spokesman Nate Adams called the tactic dirty and dishonest and said the campaign will review options.
Democratic candidate Mary Peltola’s spokesperson Harry Child denied any role in recruiting the other Dan Sullivan.

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Sen. Dan S. Sullivan’s campaign alleges Democrats helped place a namesake candidate on the Alaska Senate primary ballot to mislead voters.
Incumbent Republican Senator Dan S. Sullivan and challenger Dan J. Sullivan share the Aug. 18 primary ballot.
Spokesman Nate Adams called the tactic dirty and dishonest and said the campaign will review options.
Democratic candidate Mary Peltola’s spokesperson Harry Child denied any role in recruiting the other Dan Sullivan.