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Mary Peltola mocked for using cue cards in Alaska Senate race debate
Fox News • • nation
Key Points:
- Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola faced criticism for using notecards during a debate against Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan, drawing mockery from GOP supporters who questioned her preparedness.
- Sullivan and Republican commentators accused Peltola of relying heavily on scripted notes, with Sullivan sarcastically questioning if debate questions were provided in advance.
- The debate grew tense as Sullivan confronted Peltola about allegations of mistreatment of former staffers, which she denied, calling them exaggerations and urging focus on policy issues.
- Both candidates discussed the uncertain status of foreign investment in Alaska's liquefied natural gas pipeline, with Peltola urging caution against raising false expectations despite supporting the project.
- The closely watched race, rated a toss-up by political analysts, is critical for both parties as Republicans seek to maintain their Senate majority and Democrats aim for a pickup in a traditionally Republican state.
