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One candidate is tracked for Arkansas House District 72, headed to a November 3, 2026 runoff: Talesha Dokes. Candidate information follows official Pulaski County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Talesha Dokes (Democratic) is the only candidate on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Arkansas House District 72; unopposed candidates still appear on Arkansas ballots. Not on the November ballot: sitting member Tracy Steele, per the General Assembly roster. Party nominees were chosen at the March 3, 2026 primary (March 31 runoff where needed), per the Secretary of State.
Talesha Dokes is an educator, mentor and consultant from North Little Rock with a doctorate from Michigan State University, running for Arkansas House District 72, per her campaign site. She holds degrees from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and Pine Bluff.
2026 priorities (per the campaign site)
- Wants education, healthcare and economic opportunities accessible to all residents.
- Wants to build safe, thriving communities where children can grow and succeed.
Source: candidate campaign site, roster verified 2026-09-09.
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