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NYT: Alaska's tradition of electing rowdy Congress members may shield Peltola
Revelations about former Representative Mary Peltola's conduct may not resonate with Alaska voters accustomed to abrasive, sometimes violent figures.
What to know
- New York Times analysis suggests Mary Peltola's conduct revelations may not significantly harm her political prospects in Alaska.
- Alaska has a documented history of voters electing abrasive and sometimes violent members to Congress.
- The state's political culture appears tolerant of behavior that might damage candidates elsewhere.
Mary Peltola Former Representative
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