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Alaska’s lieutenant governor just flipped a major election decision—putting Treg Taylor back on the ballot after he was initially disqualified for financial disclosure issues. The reversal came after a sweeping review found that 91 out of 121 candidates had inaccuracies on their filings, raising serious questions about fairness and consistency. Dahlstrom acted to avoid lawsuits and ensure all candidates were held to the same standard. This isn’t just about one candidate—it’s a wake-up call for Alaska’s Public Offices Commission, which now faces scrutiny over its enforcement practices. Governor Dunleavy even called for potential reforms, urging the next governor to overhaul the commission’s rules and processes to restore public trust.

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