Pocketbook concerns lead in Arkansas before election
Data: University of Arkansas; Arkansas Poll; Chart: Axios Visuals Arkansans are more concerned about the economy than education or taxes, according to results of the 24th annual Arkansas Poll released last week. 39% of respondents said the economy is top of mind, up from 23% in October 2020. Why it matters: The poll provides a […]
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Bentonville school board race still hot
Illustration: Natalie Peeples/Axios Two of Bentonville’s five school board seats will head to a runoff on Dec. 6. Why it matters: The race has garnered national attention from a conservative PAC that endorsed school board candidates who opposed teaching critical race theory (CRT) in public schools. One candidate endorsed by the PAC won a school […]
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Voters reject recreational marijuana legalization in Arkansas
Illustration: Maura Losch/Axios Recreational marijuana remains illegal in Arkansas after voters rejected a constitutional amendment that would have allowed licensed dispensaries to sell to anyone ages 21 and up and decriminalized possessing up to 1 ounce, the Associated Press reported. Context: Polls indicate a majority of Arkansans support legalization. However, some pro-legalization politicians and advocates […]
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Republicans keep Arkansas legislature – Axios NW Arkansas
Illustration: Natalie Peeples/Axios Northwest Arkansas didn’t see any upset wins for state Senate or state House, and the makeup of the legislature remains deeply red. What happened: NWA voters chose Republicans in all contested races except one — Democratic state Rep. David Whitaker won with 52% of the vote over Republican Brian Hester in state […]
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Local Northwest Arkansas election winners
Photo: Alex Golden/Axios Here’s a highlights reel from Tuesday’s municipal and county winners, according to unofficial but final results from Benton and Washington county election commissions: Washington County judge: Republican Patrick Deakins won against Democrat Josh Moody with 52% of the vote. Fayetteville City Council: Sarah Moore defeated incumbent Mark Kinion with 59% of the […]
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The contrarian case for Democratic optimism | #republicans | #Alabama | #GOP
Illustration: Annelise Capossela/Axios Relentless media coverage, polling and election forecasts have solidified the narrative heading into Tuesday’s midterms: Republicans are on pace for a “red wave” in the House, with fresh momentum giving them a serious shot to take the Senate as well. Yes, but: Conventional wisdom isn’t always correct. Every election carries surprises — […]
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Voters may have received wrong ballots in Arkansas’ Lee County
A DS450 ballot scanner and tabulator made by Election Systems & Software. Photo: Ben Hasty/MediaNews Group/Reading Eagle via Getty Images As many as 300 voters in Lee County may have received the wrong ballot last week. What’s happening: Some early voters there reported receiving ballots that weren’t correctly tied to their precinct, which may have […]
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Threats to Arkansas election officials aren’t common, but they happen
Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios While U.S. election officials are preparing for unprecedented efforts to disrupt the 2022 midterms, many who oversee the process in Arkansas say they’re not particularly concerned. What’s happening: “We’ve not had any reports in Arkansas regarding election-related threats, intimidation, subversion, ulterior motives or anything of the kind,” a spokesperson for Arkansas Secretary […]
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Issue 4 is a nail biter
Illustration: Lindsey Bailey/Axios Arkansas’ ballot Issue 4 on legalizing recreational marijuana needs just over 50% of the votes in the midterm election to pass. State of play: A recent poll by Talk Business & Politics and Hendrix College indicated that about 53% of Arkansans support legalizing recreational marijuana, while about 32% say it should be […]
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NW Arkansas voters’ guide: 2022 election candidates and ballot measures
Election Day is Nov. 8. Get ready to cast your ballot with this rundown of how to register, where to vote and what to expect in NWA. Why it matters: Elected officials in Arkansas control and implement the state’s $6 billion budget. They will manage the state’s revenue surplus and statewide economic opportunity, along with […]
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