2022 Arkansas gubernatorial election
The 2022 Arkansas gubernatorial election will take place on November 8, 2022, to elect the Governor of Arkansas. Incumbent Republican Governor Asa Hutchinson is term-limited and cannot seek re-election to a third term. Arkansas is one of the eight states of the United States that limits its governor to two terms for life in its constitution, along with California, Delaware, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, and Oklahoma.
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Republican primary
Declared
- Tim Griffin, Lieutenant Governor of Arkansas (2015–present)[1]
- Sarah Huckabee Sanders, former White House Press Secretary (2017–2019) and daughter of former Governor Mike Huckabee[2]
- Leslie Rutledge, Arkansas Attorney General (2015–present)[3]
Potential
- Davy Carter, Speaker of the Arkansas House of Representatives (2013–2015)[4]
- Jim Hendren, state senator (2013–present), state senate President Pro Tempore (2019–2021)[4]
Endorsements
Sarah Huckabee Sanders
- Executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, 45th President of the United States (2017–2021)[5]
- Alyssa Farah, former White House Director of Strategic Communications (2020) and Press Secretary of the Department of Defense (2019–2020); former Press Secretary to the Vice President (2017–2019)[6]
- Stephen Miller, former Senior Advisor to President Donald Trump (2017–2021)[7]
- Sonny Perdue, former United States Secretary of Agriculture (2017–2021) and Governor of Georgia (2003–2011)[8]
- Mike Pompeo, former Secretary of State (2018–2021)[9]
- Dan Scavino, former White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications (2019–2021) and Director of Social Media (2017–2021)[10]
- Mercedes Schlapp, former White House Director of Strategic Communications (2017–2019)[11]
- U.S. Representatives
- Matt Gaetz, U.S. Representative for Florida's 1st congressional district (2017–present)[12]
- Elise Stefanik, U.S. Representative for New York's 21st congressional district (2015–present)[13]
- Governors
- Mike Huckabee, former Governor of Arkansas (1996–2007) and candidate for President of the United States in 2008 and 2016 (candidate's father)[14]
- Individuals
- John Daly, professional golfer on the PGA Tour[15]
- Kimberly Guilfoyle, television personality and senior advisor to Donald Trump's 2020 presidential campaign[16]
- Sean Hannity, syndicated conservative talk-show host and Fox News personality[17]
- Katrina Pierson, former national spokesperson for Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign and senior advisor to Donald Trump's 2020 presidential campaign[18]
- Kid Rock, singer, songwriter, rapper, musician, and record producer[19]
- Donald Trump Jr., businessman and son of former President Donald Trump[20]
Democratic primary
Potential
- Jim Hendren, state senator (2013–present), state senate President Pro Tempore (2019–2021)[23]
- Leticia Sanders, hairdresser and candidate for Governor in 2018[24]
Declined
- Kelly Krout, candidate for state representative in 2020.[25]
- Greg Leding, state senator (2019–present), former state representative (2011–2019), and former Minority Leader of the Arkansas House of Representatives (2012–2014)[26]
- Clarke Tucker, state senator (2021–present), former state representative (2015–2019), and nominee for Arkansas' 2nd congressional district in 2018[27]
Third–party candidates
Potential
- Davy Carter, former Speaker of the Arkansas House of Representatives (2013–2015)[28]
- Jim Hendren, state senator (2013–present), state senate President Pro Tempore (2019–2021)[29][30]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
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| The Cook Political Report[32] | Solid R | February 1, 2021 |
References
- @TGforGovernor (February 1, 2021). "Taxpayers should NEVER be forced to subsidize abortion. As your next Governor, I won't allow your tax dollars to be used like this, and I'll protect Arkansas's hard-earned status as the most pro-life state in America" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- "Sarah Sanders Running for Arkansas Governor". Associated Press. January 25, 2021. Retrieved January 25, 2021.
- DeMilo, Andrew (July 1, 2020). "Arkansas' attorney general says she's running for governor". Associated Press. Retrieved July 1, 2020.
- Michael R. Wickline (August 3, 2019). "Arkansas politicians look ahead to 2022 elections". Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. Retrieved January 24, 2021.
- @FogCityMidge (January 26, 2021). "BREAKING: President Trump has given his "complete & total endorsement" of Sarah Sanders for Governor of Arkansas. "A warrior who will always fight for the people of Arkansas & do what is right, not what is politically correct". 🇺🇸" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @Alyssafarah (January 25, 2021). "here for this. @SarahHuckabee is one of the kindest & most caring people. She's also a force, who loves her country & the state of Arkansas" (Tweet). Retrieved January 25, 2021 – via Twitter.
- @StephenM (January 25, 2021). "I had the incredible privilege of getting to work alongside @SarahHuckabee. Sarah is a leader of profound faith, powerful conviction, and true compassion. She will always fight for what is right — and she will make an extraordinary governor for the people of Arkansas" (Tweet). Retrieved January 25, 2021 – via Twitter.
- @SonnyPerdue (January 27, 2021). "My friend @SarahHuckabee was a champion of truth to the American people in the White House. Her life has prepared her for this moment, and I look forward to welcoming her to the club of Governors" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- Pompeo, Mike [@mikepompeo] (January 25, 2021). "I worked with @SarahHuckabee. I'm all in to support her campaign to become next governor of Arkansas" (Tweet). Retrieved January 25, 2021 – via Twitter.
- @DanScavino (December 16, 2019). "Awesome seeing a great friend and the future Governor of Arkansas, @SarahHuckabee Sanders, at the White House this past week! Would love to see her run - do it Sarah" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @mercedesschlapp (January 25, 2021). "I have known @SarahHuckabee for years and worked closely with her. She is a strong, wise, and talented leader who will put the people of Arkansas first" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- Gaetz, Matt [@mattgaetz] (January 25, 2021). "We support you 100 percent Sarah!" (Tweet). Retrieved January 25, 2021 – via Twitter.
- @EliseStefanik (January 25, 2021). "America is all in for @SarahHuckabee – a great patriot, leader, and a friend!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @GovMikeHuckabee (January 25, 2021). "Today @SarahHuckabee just announced she's running to be 1st woman Governor of AR. But it's not about her gender, but a lifetime of preparation. She's smart & compassionate, but fearless for what's right. Join the fight! Contribute now!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- "Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved January 30, 2021.
- @kimguilfoyle (January 25, 2021). "Sarah Huckabee Sanders for Governor youtu.be/opbMn-n76AQ via @YouTube Amen with you all the way, let's go @SarahHuckabee!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @SarahHuckabee (January 27, 2021). "Thank you to my friend @SeanHannity for your support!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @KatrinaPierson (January 25, 2021). "Congratulations to my dear friend and sister in Christ, @SarahHuckabee . I'm so happy and excited for next journey. You will be a phenomenal Governor for the people's Republic of Arkansas!" (Tweet). Retrieved January 25, 2021 – via Twitter.
- Goldberg, Paul. "BREAKING: Kid Rock backs Sarah Sanders for Arkansas Governor". News Thud. Retrieved January 30, 2021.
- @donaldjtrumpjr (January 25, 2021). "Let me know how I can help @SarahHuckabee! You're going to win and you will be great!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @Vote4Rus2022 (January 26, 2021). "I am running for the Democratic nomination for Governor of the State of Arkansas. My positions are on the About page of my website. I welcome ?'s from any and everyone (messages or emails, please). -Rus" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- "About Us". Vote4Rus.com. Vote4Rus. Retrieved January 25, 2021.
- Brummett, John. "Opinion: Sarah Steps In". Arkansas Democrat Gazette. Retrieved January 26, 2021.
- Sanders, Leticia. "About". Facebook. Retrieved January 25, 2021.
- Krout, Kelly. "I will! Just not for governor". TikTok. Retrieved January 27, 2021.
- @GregLeding (January 24, 2021). "This is some excellent company, Kim, and I appreciate it—but it won't be me" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @ClarkeTucker (January 24, 2021). "Thank you Kim! It's not going to be me. But I do appreciate the support" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @DavyCarter (January 9, 2021). "We need independent candidates. The parties are broken. Yes, I may be one" (Tweet). Archived from the original on January 9, 2021. Retrieved January 13, 2020 – via Twitter.
- Brummett, John (January 31, 2021). "Opinion: The independent path". Arkansas Democrat Gazette. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
- Brummett, John (July 8, 2020). "2022 leaves 2020 in the dust". Arkansas Online. Retrieved August 19, 2020.
- @RickyForSenate (January 25, 2021). "Make it so" (Tweet). Retrieved January 25, 2021 – via Twitter.
- "2022 Governor Race Ratings". The Cook Political Report. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
External links
- Official campaign websites
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