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Sabato’s Crystal Ball moves Alaska Senate race to ‘leans Democrat’

First reported 6 Oct, 14:54 UTCUpdated 1d ago3 sources

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Sabato’s Crystal Ball, an election handicapper based at the University of Virginia, has shifted its race rating for the Alaska Senate race to be more optimistic for Democrats. The outlet moved the race to “Leans Democrat” from “Toss-up,” showing that polling data and other indicators are increasingly suggesting former…

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Sabato’s Crystal Ball moves Alaska Senate race to ‘leans Democrat’

Sabato’s Crystal Ball, an election handicapper based at the University of Virginia, has shifted its race rating for the Alaska Senate race to be more optimistic for Democrats. The outlet moved the race to “Leans Democrat” from “Toss-up,” showing that polling data and other indicators are increasingly suggesting former…

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Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifts Alaska and South Carolina Senate races in favor of Democrats

Two more Senate races shifted toward Democrats, according to Sabato’s Crystal Ball ratings published Tuesday, signaling Republicans’ uphill battle in maintaining power in Washington. The Alaska race, where Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) faces a challenge from Democrat Mary Peltola, moved from “Toss-up” to “Leans Democrat.”…

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  1. The HillCenterUSHigh factuality
    Sabato’s Crystal Ball moves Alaska Senate race to ‘leans Democrat’ (opens The Hill in a new tab)

    Sabato’s Crystal Ball, an election handicapper based at the University of Virginia, has shifted its race rating for the Alaska Senate race to be more optimistic for Democrats. The outlet moved the race to “Leans Democrat” from “Toss-up,” showing that polling data and other indicators are increasingly suggesting former…

  2. NewsweekCenterUSMostly factual
    Alaska Senate Seat Leans Democratic for First Time in 18 Years (opens Newsweek in a new tab)

    The shift comes as Democrat Mary Peltola extends her poll lead, despite White House efforts to boost Senator Dan Sullivan.

  3. Washington ExaminerRightUSMostly factual
    Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifts Alaska and South Carolina Senate races in favor of Democrats (opens Washington Examiner in a new tab)

    Two more Senate races shifted toward Democrats, according to Sabato’s Crystal Ball ratings published Tuesday, signaling Republicans’ uphill battle in maintaining power in Washington. The Alaska race, where Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) faces a challenge from Democrat Mary Peltola, moved from “Toss-up” to “Leans Democrat.”…

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