Rodney Wright
Rodney Wright (Republican Party) is running for election to the Arkansas State Senate to represent District 16. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on March 3, 2026.
Elections
2026
See also: Arkansas State Senate elections, 2026
General election
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General election for Arkansas State Senate District 16
Joshua Irby and Rodney Wright are running in the general election for Arkansas State Senate District 16 on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
 | Joshua Irby (D)  | |
 | Rodney Wright (R) | |
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Joshua Irby advanced from the Democratic primary for Arkansas State Senate District 16.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Arkansas State Senate District 16
Rodney Wright defeated Randy Sams in the Republican primary for Arkansas State Senate District 16 on March 3, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Rodney Wright | 67.7 | 5,443 |
 | Randy Sams | 32.3 | 2,593 | |
| Total votes: 8,036 | |||
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Campaign themes
2026
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See also
2026 Elections
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