Why do Bush Democrats caucus with the Republicans?

An undated photo of William “Willie” “Iggiagruk” Hensley, who served as a state representative, a House majority leader and a state senator on and off in the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. Hensley represented his home region of northwest Alaska. (Photo courtesy Alaska State Library Portrait File)
The outcome of the disputed primary contest between Rep. Benjamin Nageak and Dean Westlake is uncertain. Whoever wins, it may unsettle what’s been a uniqu