Alaskans Vote on Campaign Donation Limits | Anchorage News

Alaskans are about to decide whether to reinstate campaign donation limits after Governor Dunleavy vetoed a bill — only to accidentally set the stage for a citizen-led ballot initiative. With no state caps since a 2021 court struck down the previous limit, wealthy donors have poured hundreds of thousands into campaigns, raising alarms about influence and fairness. The new proposal would cap individual donations at $2,000 per candidate or $4,000 for governor, and $5,000 to parties. Supporters say it creates a level playing field, while critics warn it could hurt less wealthy candidates. This isn’t the first time Alaskans have voted on limits — in 2016, 75% backed a $500 cap — and this time, advocates hope for another strong public mandate to ensure elections aren’t bought by the rich. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c577f97800754606