Mary Peltola, the Democratic Senate candidate in Alaska, has complicated politics: She is pro-gun, pro-oil and pro-gas — but also pro-environment and especially pro-fish.

Her rise to political power has been marked by challenges and navigating diverse constituencies across Alaska's vast landscape. Peltola represents a unique blend of traditional Alaskan values and progressive environmental concerns.

As a Native Alaskan leader, she brings a distinctive perspective to the Senate race, balancing economic development with conservation efforts in a state where both industries are deeply intertwined.