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The left has a smaller share of the Alaska electorate to start with. They feel they can’t afford a split.

This year, experts warn that Alaskans should gird themselves for more widespread uncertainty for at least a week after Election Night, since the state won’t even start counting absentee ballots before then.

Registered Democrats will discuss, debate and realign their support Saturday until each of the state’s 40 House districts assigns delegates proportionately to the Democratic presidential candidates.

With their platform set and candidates for most major races in place, the Democrats face a summer of heavy campaigning in preparation for the fall.

Kerttula has represented Juneau for 15 years. Due to redistricting, her current seat includes Petersburg, Gustavus and Tenakee Springs.