Governor · Arkansas

Incumbent: Sarah Huckabee Sanders (Republican) · Incumbent renominated
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026

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The candidates

Sarah Huckabee Sanders

Republican · Incumbent

Incumbent governor (2023–present).

Background via Wikipedia race page · its cited source: nbcnews.com

Fredrick Love

Democratic

State senator from SD-15 (2023–present).

Background via Wikipedia race page · its cited source: arktimes.com

Colt Shelby

Libertarian

Farmer.

Background via Wikipedia race page · its cited source: arkansasadvocate.com

Candidates checked against KUAF voter guide; official state list not yet linked Candidate list compiled from the Wikipedia race page and the sources on each profile. Check your official sample ballot before voting.

Where they stand: Sanders vs. Love

Topic rows are grouped by Vote Book; the headings and quoted words are each candidate’s own, with the source under each one. “As reported” means a news outlet’s description, not an exact quote. A yellow tag means no public position was found on that topic.

Health care
Sanders

Health care

We have to make sure we have accessibility. We also have to ensure that we have affordability. It's why I fought so hard to make sure that Arkansas has a work requirement.
Quoted by Arkansas Advocate, Oct 13, 2026
Love

Healthcare

Healthcare should be accessible, affordable, and available to every Arkansan. No family should have to choose between getting care and paying their bills. Fred will protect Medicaid, expand access to maternal and mental health services across the state, and use telehealth to reach underserved and rural communities. He …
Original: fredlove.com/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026)
Education
Sanders

Education

What's not fair is trapping kids in failing schools. LEARNS is not just about educational freedom. While that is a key part of the legislation, it's only a small part.
Quoted by Arkansas Advocate, Oct 13, 2026
LoveNo public position found
Crime & public safety
SandersNo public position foundLove

Public Safety

Strong communities require both safety and second chances. Fred believes public safety is a must, and families must be protected while also addressing the root causes of crime. He will stop the construction of the costly 3,000-bed Franklin County prison that fails to solve long-term issues and instead focus on …
Original: fredlove.com/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026)
Jobs, wages & cost of living
SandersNo public position foundLove

Economic Development

Opportunity shouldn’t depend on your zip code. Fred is committed to building an economy that works for every corner of Arkansas—from the Delta to the Ozarks—by investing in infrastructure, workforce, and small businesses, this will allow communties to thrive. He will create regional economic hubs, rebuild critical …
Original: fredlove.com/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Opportunity shouldn’t depend on your zip code.

Fred is committed to building an economy that works for every corner of Arkansas—from the Delta to the Ozarks—by investing in infrastructure, workforce, and small businesses, this will allow communties to thrive. He will create regional economic hubs, rebuild critical infrastructure like roads, water, sewer, and …
Original: fredlove.com/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026)
Families & communities
Sanders

Welfare

I want to empower people so that they can live their best lives. You don't do that by forever trapping them on government welfare.
Quoted by Arkansas Advocate, Oct 13, 2026
Love

Strong communities require both safety and second chances.

Fred believes public safety is a must, and families must be protected while also addressing the root causes of crime. He will stop the construction of the costly 3,000-bed Franklin County prison that fails to solve long-term issues and instead focus on rehabilitation, workforce training, and reentry programs that …
Original: fredlove.com/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Other candidates on the ballot

Colt Shelby (Libertarian)

Government Transparency

Too many Arkansans feel like their government is hiding things from the hardworking taxpayers who keep this state running. Colt will restore open, honest government.
Original: colt4arkansas.org/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Fiscal Responsibility

Colt has managed hundreds of millions in contracts with zero waste. He will bring that same discipline to the state budget — your tax dollars deserve accountability.
Original: colt4arkansas.org/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

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Official voting records

The same nine Senate votes (or three House votes) are shown for every current member of Congress running, so records can be compared across races. Click a roll call for the official tally.

No congressional voting record for: Fredrick Love, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Colt Shelby. State legislative or local records are not yet compiled.