David Leslie
David Leslie is a Democratic candidate and LGBTQ+ activist running for U.S. Senate in Alaska. He also writes as an author for the Alaska Beacon.
Positions on Key Issues
| Issue | Stance | Confidence | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Rights & Equality | David Leslie is an Iñupiaq Two-Spirit (Sipiniq) LGBTQ+ activist who has testified against anti-trans bills in the Alaska State Legislature. He supports LGBTQ+ rights and trans youth protections, and has advocated for age-appropriate education on sexual orientation and gender identity in Alaska schools. He opposes anti-trans legislation and supports Indigenous and Tribal rights. | high | |
| Healthcare | David Leslie supports universal health care, as stated in his campaign platform. | medium | |
| Economy | No public position found after repeated research attempts. His campaign platform does not detail specific economic policy positions beyond general support for democracy and environmental protection. | low | No supporting sources |
| Climate/Energy | David Leslie supports environmental protection and responsible resource extraction, as stated in his campaign platform. | medium | |
| Abortion & Reproductive Health | David Leslie supports reproductive access, as stated in his campaign platform. | medium | |
| Immigration | No public position found after repeated research attempts. | low | No supporting sources |
| Firearms & Second Amendment | No public position found after repeated research attempts. | low | No supporting sources |
| Foreign Policy | No public position found after repeated research attempts. His campaign platform does not detail specific foreign policy positions. | low | No supporting sources |
| Education | David Leslie supports universal education and has advocated for age-appropriate instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in Alaska schools to reduce bullying and promote understanding. | medium | |
| Tech & AI | No public position found after repeated research attempts. | low | No supporting sources |
| Election Policy | David Leslie supports transparent elections, restoring voting rights, and eliminating unlimited corporate campaign contributions. He has pledged not to take AIPAC contributions. | medium | |
| Local Issues | David Leslie supports Indigenous and Tribal rights, environmental protection, and responsible resource extraction in Alaska. He has advocated for Alaska Native communities and opposed projects like the Donlin Gold mine. | medium |
Civil Rights & Equality
highDavid Leslie is an Iñupiaq Two-Spirit (Sipiniq) LGBTQ+ activist who has testified against anti-trans bills in the Alaska State Legislature. He supports LGBTQ+ rights and trans youth protections, and has advocated for age-appropriate education on sexual orientation and gender identity in Alaska schools. He opposes anti-trans legislation and supports Indigenous and Tribal rights.
Healthcare
mediumDavid Leslie supports universal health care, as stated in his campaign platform.
Economy
lowNo public position found after repeated research attempts. His campaign platform does not detail specific economic policy positions beyond general support for democracy and environmental protection.
No supporting sources available
Climate/Energy
mediumDavid Leslie supports environmental protection and responsible resource extraction, as stated in his campaign platform.
Abortion & Reproductive Health
mediumDavid Leslie supports reproductive access, as stated in his campaign platform.
Immigration
lowNo public position found after repeated research attempts.
No supporting sources available
Firearms & Second Amendment
lowNo public position found after repeated research attempts.
No supporting sources available
Foreign Policy
lowNo public position found after repeated research attempts. His campaign platform does not detail specific foreign policy positions.
No supporting sources available
Education
mediumDavid Leslie supports universal education and has advocated for age-appropriate instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in Alaska schools to reduce bullying and promote understanding.
Tech & AI
lowNo public position found after repeated research attempts.
No supporting sources available
Election Policy
mediumDavid Leslie supports transparent elections, restoring voting rights, and eliminating unlimited corporate campaign contributions. He has pledged not to take AIPAC contributions.
Local Issues
mediumDavid Leslie supports Indigenous and Tribal rights, environmental protection, and responsible resource extraction in Alaska. He has advocated for Alaska Native communities and opposed projects like the Donlin Gold mine.
Background
Career History
LGBTQ+ activist and contributing author
Top Donors
No campaign finance data found in public disclosures as of July 2026. The FEC committee 'LESLIE FOR WASHINGTON' (C00838417) is associated with a different candidate (Leslie Lewallen in Washington state). No Alaska-specific FEC or OpenSecrets profile found for David Leslie's Senate campaign.
Voting Record
Has not held legislative office. David Leslie is a dancer, choreographer, actor, and fire spinner who identifies as a bisexual Inupiaq Inuit Sipiniq and anti-fascist. No prior elected or executive office found. No public policy endorsements or pledges identified.
About this research
Data compiled from public sources and analyzed using AI. Last updated 7/11/2026. Visit candidate websites for the most current information.