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The question asks whether the Alaska Democrat will perform best among tossup Senate races in the 2026 midterms. The resolution criteria focus on vote share percentage, and the listed states are those considered tossups. Article Ground Democrats from New York Times/Siena polling shows Mary Peltola leading by 7 points in Alaska, which is a strong lead compared to other key races. Article NYT article notes that Senate races in Republican-leaning states like Alaska, Texas, and Ohio are tilting toward Democrats, with Alaska specifically mentioned as competitive. Article Guardian article highlights a brewing Democratic upset in Alaska's governor's race due to Trump's low approval ratings, which could boost Peltola's performance. Article Ground Lower discusses the Alaska Senate contest as a key battleground, indicating high stakes and potential for strong Democratic performance. While the polls show a lead, the margin of error (2.1 points) and the fact that these are early polls (October 2025) introduce uncertainty. However, the consistent polling advantage and favorable political environment for Democrats in Alaska suggest a higher probability that Peltola will outperform other Democratic candidates in tossup states. The probability is set at 0.65, reflecting a moderate confidence based on current data, but not extreme due to the long time horizon and potential shifts in voter sentiment.
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- Ground Democrats — Democrats edge out, neck and neck with Republicans in 5 key Senate races: Polls
- NYT article — Senate Races in Republican States Tilt Toward Democrats, Polls Find
- Guardian article — A Democratic upset is brewing in Alaska’s governor’s race as Trump’s popularity craters
- Ground Lower — 'Lower 48' is a phrase to fight over in Alaska. It's a fixture in the state's US Senate contest