Summary
Republican candidate Nick Begich III has launched a campaign ad featuring stars from the reality TV show “Deadliest Catch,” aiming to bolster his support in the race for Alaska’s sole U.S. House seat. The ad, titled “Attack,” showcases the Time Bandit boat and highlights criticisms of Democratic incumbent Mary Peltola, particularly regarding the impact of federal policies on Alaskan livelihoods.
In the context of the upcoming election, Begich’s ad comes after a recent poll indicated he has taken a lead over Peltola, with 44% support compared to her 40%. The ad features endorsements from cast members Russell Newberry and Dino Sutherland, who argue that the Biden administration’s policies have harmed local fishing and oil industries. This election marks a rematch between Begich and Peltola, who previously won the seat in a special election in 2022, making her the first Democrat to represent Alaska in half a century. The race is characterized by Alaska’s ranked-choice voting system, which complicates electoral dynamics and has been a point of contention among candidates.
Mary Peltola challenger avoids GOP infighting in bid to flip Alaska House seat
Oct. 3 / Gazette / Focuses on Begich's bid for Peltola's seat without GOP infighting, offering insights into his campaign strategy and the implications of ranked-choice voting, but lacks the engaging celebrity angle of the first piece. “ Republican Nick Begich is making another attempt at Rep. Mary Peltola’s (D-AK) Alaska House seat but this time without the GOP infighting that helped her...
Alaska GOP pol poses with ‘Deadliest Catch’ stars in new ad after taking polling lead
Sep. 24 / New York Post / Highlights Begich's strategic ad campaign featuring "Deadliest Catch" stars, effectively framing his criticisms of Peltola while providing context on polling dynamics and Alaska's unique voting system. “ The Republican candidate for Alaska’s only US House seat is going deep-sea fishing for his biggest celebrity endorsement. Nick Begich III appeared with stars...