Former secretary of state and presidential candidate Hillary Clinton is wading into Alaska’s governor’s race.
On Twitter Monday, Clinton urged followers to support Democrat Mark Begich, calling him a “dedicated public servant” with a record of “cutting through bureaucracy to get things done for Alaskans.”
.@MarkBegich is a dedicated public servant, business owner, and former U.S. senator who has a record of cutting through bureaucracy to get things done for Alaskans. In office, he’ll prioritize schools, jobs, and affordable health care. https://t.co/U4UXFaQFum
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) October 29, 2018
Last week all three of Alaska’s congressional members voiced support for fellow Republican Mike Dunleavy in the governor’s race.
It’s not clear how much Clinton’s support will help Begich win over skeptical or undecided voters. In 2016, President Donald Trump won Alaska by nearly 15 percentage points. Trump endorsed Dunleavy in a tweet last week.
.@MikeDunleavyGov will make a fantastic Governor of Alaska. Mike is for Energy and Jobs, is tough on Crime, loves our Vets and our Great Second Amendment. Mike has my Complete and Total Endorsement!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 25, 2018