Alaskans Vote To Fill Rare U.S. House Vacancy

Alaskans Vote To Fill Rare U.S. House Vacancy

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The video discusses Sarah Palin's run for Alaska's House seat, highlighting her political background and current campaign. It contrasts her with Nick Begich, a Republican candidate with a Democratic family background, who has local endorsements. The video also covers Lisa Murkowski's Senate race, focusing on her impeachment vote against Trump and its impact on voter sentiment. The new rank choice voting system in Alaska is also mentioned.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Sarah Palin's main opponent in the special election for Alaska's House seat?

Lisa Murkowski

Kelly Chewbacca

Nick Baggage

Don Young

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of endorsements does Sarah Palin primarily have?

Celebrity endorsements

No endorsements

Endorsements from former presidents

Local endorsements

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which voting system is being used in Alaska that might affect Senator Murkowski's chances?

Mixed-member proportional

Rank choice voting

Proportional representation

First-past-the-post

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are some voters unhappy with Senator Lisa Murkowski?

She has no endorsements

She voted to convict former President Trump

She supports Sarah Palin

She is running as an independent

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who endorsed Kelly Chewbacca in the election?

Former President Donald Trump

Sarah Palin

Nick Baggage

Lisa Murkowski