The Alaska Division of Elections reports Democrat Mary Peltola will fill Alaska’s House seat for the rest of the year, meaning Republican Sarah Palin won't make a political comeback just yet. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the factors involved in this race and what it could mean for November’s race. Democrats are seeing success in special elections, and one poll suggests midterm voters are motivated more by abortion rights lately than inflation. 

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