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Robb Ryerse
Candidate, U.S. House Arkansas District 3
Elections and appointments
Last election
May 22, 2018
Next election
November 3, 2026
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Robb Ryerse (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District. The Democratic primary for this office on March 3, 2026, was canceled.

Biography

Robb Ryerse's career experience includes working as a pastor and nonprofit leader.[1]

Elections

2026

See also: Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District election, 2026

General election

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General election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Incumbent Steve Womack, Robb Ryerse, and Christopher Hocevar are running in the general election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on November 3, 2026.

Candidate
Image of Steve Womack
Steve Womack (R)
Image of Robb Ryerse
Robb Ryerse (D)
Image of Christopher Hocevar
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Robb Ryerse advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Steve Womack advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3.

Endorsements

Ryerse received the following endorsements. To send us additional endorsements, click here.

  • Citizens Against AIPAC Corruption
  • Track AIPAC
  • Vortex PAC

2018

See also: Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District election, 2018

General election

General election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Incumbent Steve Womack defeated Joshua Mahony and Michael Kalagias in the general election for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Steve Womack
Steve Womack (R)
 
64.7
 
148,717
Image of Joshua Mahony
Joshua Mahony (D)
 
32.6
 
74,952
Image of Michael Kalagias
Michael Kalagias (L)
 
2.6
 
5,899
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.1
 
140

Total votes: 229,708
(100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Joshua Mahony advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on May 22, 2018.

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Joshua Mahony

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3

Incumbent Steve Womack defeated Robb Ryerse in the Republican primary for U.S. House Arkansas District 3 on May 22, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Steve Womack
Steve Womack
 
84.2
 
47,757
Image of Robb Ryerse
Robb Ryerse
 
15.8
 
8,988

Total votes: 56,745
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Campaign themes

2026

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Campaign website

Ryerse’s campaign website stated the following:

Faith: Powered
Faith means believing in each other. It means trusting our neighbors and working together to build something better.

Protect Democracy
Make voting easier, end unfair district maps, and keep our elections safe and fair.

Lead with Honesty
Leaders should work for the people—not for power or profit.

Get Big Money Out of Politics
Say no to corporate PAC money. Make sure regular people have the biggest voice.

Fight Climate Change
Invest in clean energy and protect our air, water, and land.

Family: Protected
Every family deserves to feel safe, supported, and secure.

Better Jobs and Pay
Raise the minimum wage and support local jobs that help families thrive.

Fair Immigration
Keep families together and give immigrants a fair path to citizenship.

Protect Social Security, Medicaid & Medicare
Make sure these programs stay strong for everyone who needs them.

Paid Leave
Ensure people can take time off for a new baby, a sick loved one, or themselves.

Affordable Housing
Help more people find safe, affordable places to live.

Tax Cuts for Families
Cut taxes for working and middle-class families so they can keep more of what they earn.

Freedom: Preserved
Freedom means being able to live your life safely, speak your mind, and make your own choices.

Health Care for All
Everyone should be able to see a doctor without worrying about cost.

Protect Personal Choices
People should be free to decide about their own bodies and lives.

Stand Up for Civil Rights
Defend LGBTQ+ rights and protect everyone’s privacy and free speech.

Keep Communities Safe
Pass gun laws that protect kids at school and families in their communities.

Fix the Justice System
Focus on fairness and second chances—not just punishment.

Protect Religious Freedom
Everyone should freely believe or not, without government pressure.

Support for Veterans
Make sure veterans get the health care, housing, and job support they need after serving our country.[2]

—Rob Ryerse’s campaign website (2026)[3]

Campaign finance summary


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Robb Ryerse campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2026* U.S. House Arkansas District 3On the Ballot general$54,618 $51,430
2018U.S. House Arkansas District 3Lost primary$50,303 N/A**
Grand total$104,921 $51,430
Sources: OpenSecretsFederal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

See also


External links

Footnotes

  1. Robb for Congress, "Meet Robb," accessed January 16, 2026
  2. Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
  3. Robb for Congress, “Our Shared Values,” accessed January 16, 2026


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