# Alaska’s two Dan Sullivans: How common is ballot stacking?

The article examines Alaska’s two candidates named Dan Sullivan as an example of “ballot stacking,” where similar names appear on the same ballot. It asks how often the tactic is used and whether it actually affects election outcomes. The issue matters because it can confuse voters and raise questions about election fairness.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/31/alaskas-two-dan-sullivans-how-common-is-ballot-stacking-does-it-work?traffic_source=rss) — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:47:16 +0000