The closely contested U.S. Senate race between Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan and Democratic challenger Mary Peltola, rated a toss-up or lean Democratic by multiple forecasters, has heightened voter engagement ahead of the November 3 general election under Alaska’s ranked-choice voting system. Recent polls show the candidates separated by just a few points in first-round preferences, spurring both parties to intensify get-out-the-vote efforts in a state where total ballots often range between 280,000 and 350,000 in non-presidential cycles. Elevated primary turnout earlier this year, driven by competitive top races and shifting demographics in Anchorage, provides a baseline, while factors such as mail voting rates, early enthusiasm among independents, and any late campaign events could push totals higher or suppress participation. The narrow spread across turnout bins reflects uncertainty over how these elements will net out by Election Day.