Mississippi Secretary of State election, 2027
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| Filing deadline: Pending |
| Primary: Pending Primary runoff: Pending General: November 2, 2027 General runoff: Pending |
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| Poll times:
7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
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Mississippi is holding an election for secretary of state on November 2, 2027.
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Candidates and election results
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General election
The general election will occur on November 2, 2027.
General election for Mississippi Secretary of State
Shuwaski Young is running in the general election for Mississippi Secretary of State on November 2, 2027.
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Candidate profiles
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Party: Republican Party
Incumbent: No
Political Office: None
Submitted Biography: "Shuwaski Young is a Christian conservative, veteran, and fifth‑generation Mississippian whose life has been shaped by the values of faith, family, service, and hard work. Born in Meridian and raised in the close‑knit, faith‑filled communities of Noxapater and Stallo, he answered the call to serve at 17 by enlisting in the Mississippi Army National Guard. After earning a Bachelor’s in Political Science from Jackson State University, he launched a distinguished career in public service. At the state level, Mr. Young began in the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office rising to Director of Marketing and Training where he worked under both Republican and Democratic secretaries to modernize voter outreach, strengthen election integrity and certify election commissioner training. At the federal level, he joined the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as External Engagement Coordinator, leading national public‑safety outreach for the “If You See Something, Say Something®” campaign and forging partnerships across government, law enforcement, and the private sector. He is a Republican because he believes in faith over fear, freedom over government control, and families over bureaucracy. As a conservative, he knows we can both secure our elections and expand business opportunity. Mr. Young serves as Secretary on the Neshoba County Republican Executive Committee and upholding Mississippi’s values while keeping our communities safe through strong law‑enforcement partnerships."
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Shuwaski Young (R)
Every legal vote should be counted, and only American citizens should decide American elections. I support REAL ID requirements and strong citizenship verification laws to keep our elections secure and free from unlawful interference.
I believe every legal vote in Mississippi should be counted, and only American citizens should decide American elections. I support clean voter rolls, secure ballots, and REAL ID requirements.
I’ve released a bold, no-nonsense crime policy because public safety is the foundation for economic success. We must fully fund law enforcement, increase officer presence in all 82 counties, and hold repeat and violent offenders accountable. I will work to:
Support local and state law enforcement agencies
Designate gang members as public enemy #1
Expand officer recruitment and training
Prioritize enforcement in high-crime areas like Jackson, Meridian, and the Delta
This campaign isn’t about politics, it’s about purpose. I’m running for Secretary of State because I believe Mississippi is ready for strong, authentic, conservative leadership leadership that reflects our values and delivers real results.
Shuwaski Young (R)
Shuwaski Young (R)
Shuwaski Young (R)
Shuwaski Young (R)
Voting information
- See also: Voting in Mississippi
Ballotpedia will publish the dates and deadlines related to this election as they are made available.
Past elections
2023
General election
General election for Mississippi Secretary of State
Incumbent Michael D. Watson Jr. defeated Ty Pinkins in the general election for Mississippi Secretary of State on November 7, 2023.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Michael D. Watson Jr. (R) | 59.5 | 481,895 |
 | Ty Pinkins (D) | 40.5 | 328,067 | |
| Total votes: 809,962 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Shuwaski Young (D)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Mississippi Secretary of State
Shuwaski Young advanced from the Democratic primary for Mississippi Secretary of State on August 8, 2023.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Shuwaski Young | 100.0 | 183,120 |
| Total votes: 183,120 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Mississippi Secretary of State
Incumbent Michael D. Watson Jr. advanced from the Republican primary for Mississippi Secretary of State on August 8, 2023.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Michael D. Watson Jr. | 100.0 | 351,774 |
| Total votes: 351,774 | |||
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2019
General election
General election for Mississippi Secretary of State
Michael D. Watson Jr. defeated Johnny DuPree in the general election for Mississippi Secretary of State on November 5, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Michael D. Watson Jr. (R) | 58.8 | 511,249 |
 | Johnny DuPree (D) | 41.2 | 357,806 | |
| Total votes: 869,055 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Mississippi Secretary of State
Johnny DuPree defeated Maryra Hunt in the Democratic primary for Mississippi Secretary of State on August 6, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Johnny DuPree | 71.7 | 200,423 |
 | Maryra Hunt | 28.3 | 79,201 | |
| Total votes: 279,624 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Mississippi Secretary of State
Michael D. Watson Jr. defeated Sam Britton in the Republican primary for Mississippi Secretary of State on August 6, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Michael D. Watson Jr. | 52.8 | 187,054 |
 | Sam Britton | 47.2 | 167,440 | |
| Total votes: 354,494 | |||
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2015
There was a regularly scheduled election for secretary of state in 2015. Delbert Hosemann (R) was eligible for re-election. The primary election occurred on August 4, 2015, with the general election on November 3, 2015.
| Mississippi Secretary of State, 2015 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic | Charles E. Graham | 35.8% | 256,689 | |
| Republican |  Delbert Hosemann Incumbent |
61.3% | 440,048 | |
| Reform | Randy Walker | 3% | 21,260 | |
| Total Votes | 717,997 | |||
| Election results via Mississippi Secretary of State | ||||
Election analysis
This section will contain facts and figures related to this state's elections when those are available.
Secretary of State elections in 2027
There are three secretary of state seats on the ballot in 2027.
See also
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