The secret’s out: Mark Begich will enter race for Alaska governor, multiple sources confirm
The news sets up a three-way race for November.
Elections
Gov. Walker says he’ll take independent path to general election if Begich enters race
The Walker campaign said it’s not interested in a “destructive primary.”
State of the Race: Effort underway to let Anchorage use its vote-by-mail system in 2018 elections
The push to allow Anchorage to use its vote-by-mail system in the 2018 elections is the first effort to expand the system.
Zack Fields and Elias Rojas have filed for Rep. Gara’s seat, setting up a primary showdown
Gara announced earlier this week that he was considering retiring after 16 years in the Legislature, inviting interested candidates to file.
Rep. Les Gara says he’s ready to retire from the Legislature–if the right candidate (or candidates) comes along
The Anchorage Democrat would like to have some input in finding a replacement as he considers stepping away after 16 years.
Sen. Anna MacKinnon will not run for re-election: Report
Most expect Eagle River Republican Rep. Lora Reinbold will seek the open seat.
Fairbanks Rep. David Guttenberg announces he won’t seek re-election
Guttenberg made the announcement to the monthly meeting at the Fairbanks Laborers’ hall, which helped launch his political career.
Alaska Gov. Walker and Lt. Gov. Mallott will enter Democratic primary: Report
The move sets up a head-to-head race between Walker (or another Democrat) and the eventual Republican candidate.
Walker’s favorability is on the rise and highest since PFD veto, according to poll
Walker’s approval rating collapsed after the PFD veto. Now it’s seven points below his highest ever rating.
Mark Begich would lead Mike Dunleavy 53-42 in head-to-head governor’s race, according to poll
There’s additional polling out on the race for governor.