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  • fresh dose of controversy
  • accusing Democrats of encouraging the candidacy
  • orchestrated this on purpose to confuse Alaskans
  • purposely trying to trick my constituents

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Alaska Senate Candidates Named Dan Sullivan Identified by Middle Initials on Ballot

Two candidates named Dan Sullivan are running for Alaska's U.S. Senate seat, leading to a requirement for their middle initials to be included on the ballot. Incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan faces a challenge from Dan J. Sullivan, with accusations of voter manipulation arising from the entry of the latter. The primary election is set for August 18, 2026.

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Two candidates named Dan Sullivan are running for Alaska's U.S. Senate seat, leading to a requirement for their middle initials to be included on the ballot. Incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan faces a challenge from Dan J. Sullivan, with accusations of voter manipulation arising from the entry of the latter. The primary election is set for August 18, 2026.

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  • ✕ fresh dose of controversy
  • ✕ accusing Democrats of encouraging the candidacy
  • ✕ orchestrated this on purpose to confuse Alaskans
  • ✕ purposely trying to trick my constituents

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Original Headline

Two Dan Sullivans running for Alaska Senate to be identified on ballot with middle initials

Neutral Headline

Alaska Senate Candidates Named Dan Sullivan Identified by Middle Initials on Ballot