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'Lower 48' phrase takes center stage in Alaska Senate race
Original: How the phrase 'Lower 48' became a fixture in Alaska's high-stakes Senate race
The phrase 'Lower 48' has become a recurring refrain in Alaska's closely watched US Senate race, with candidates using the term to draw contrasts between Alaskan interests and outside influence. Commentators note the wording resonates in a state where identity and distance from Washington shape politics, turning a common regional shorthand into a rhetorical weapon.
Why now: Alaska's competitive Senate race is drawing national attention, and the candidates' repeated use of the term has turned regional language into a campaign talking point.
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