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Mary Peltola wins Alaska Democratic nomination after Leslie withdrawal

9/1/2026

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U.S. Democrat Mary Peltola secured the Democratic nomination after David Leslie withdrew.
VoteHub changed its Alaska Senate forecast to “Tilt Democrat” following Peltola’s near-majority primary win.
Peltola earned 82,244 primary votes, an 8.14-point lead over Republican Dan Sullivan.
Data for Progress poll (July 28-August 4) showed Peltola 47% to Sullivan 41% (±4).
Kalshi priced a Democratic win at 57% and Polymarket at about 66%.

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Story summary

U.S. Democrat Mary Peltola secured the Democratic nomination after David Leslie withdrew.
VoteHub changed its Alaska Senate forecast to “Tilt Democrat” following Peltola’s near-majority primary win.
Peltola earned 82,244 primary votes, an 8.14-point lead over Republican Dan Sullivan.
Data for Progress poll (July 28-August 4) showed Peltola 47% to Sullivan 41% (±4).
Kalshi priced a Democratic win at 57% and Polymarket at about 66%.