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Tom Begich
D · Alaska · 2026Tom Begich is a Democratic candidate for Alaska governor and a former state senator from Anchorage. He has built his campaign around affordability, public education, energy costs, state services, and a more pragmatic style of Alaska-focused leadership. He ran second in the August 18 top-four primary with 26,179 votes in the unofficial count with 378 of 403 precincts reporting. Alaska counts absentee and questioned ballots for roughly two weeks, so the four candidates who advance to the November 3 ranked-choice general are not final until the state certifies.
Priorities
- Make Alaska more affordable
- Support schools and essential public services
- Lower energy costs and strengthen communities
On the ballot
Governor · Alaska · 2026
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