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AZSkiffyGeek

(12,598 posts)
1. It looks like it all depends on where Begich and Peltola voters' second choice went
Wed Aug 17, 2022, 11:08 AM
Aug 2022

If his second choice went to Peltola, I expect she wins. If hers went for Begich, I expect he wins.
I expect Palin's voters second choice would be Begich, but who knows...

ColinC

(10,667 posts)
2. Since Peltola and Palin are leading, I don't think their second choice matters yet
Wed Aug 17, 2022, 11:12 AM
Aug 2022

If the results stick, then Begich will be eliminated and his second choice votes will be distributed between Palin and Peltola. Whoever gets 50%+1 wins.

AZSkiffyGeek

(12,598 posts)
4. That's right - I always forget how ranked choice works
Wed Aug 17, 2022, 11:15 AM
Aug 2022

And this after voting for the Hugo Awards for years...

LogicFirst

(593 posts)
3. It appears that MSM wants Palin to win. She is getting the most attention,
Wed Aug 17, 2022, 11:13 AM
Aug 2022

while those running against her are seldom mentioned.

ColinC

(10,667 posts)
6. Probably. But since he has a democrat's name, and was voted as the alternative to Palin
Wed Aug 17, 2022, 01:37 PM
Aug 2022

It may be reasonable to suggest that there may be at least close to enough votes to put the Democrat over. Palin may also be a limited second choice candidate, as well. If enough people didn't choose a second choice, that too will help the Democrat.

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