Rebecca Burkes

Rebecca Burkes lives in Springdale, Arkansas. Burkes earned a B.A. from the University of Texas, an M.S. in organizational management from the University of Arkansas, and a J.D. from Baylor University. Her career experience includes working as an attorney, a faculty member with the University of Wisconsin Law School, and a deputy director and general counsel with the Arkansas Department of Heritage.[1]

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Rebecca grew up in Richardson, Texas, earning her BA from the University of Texas, MSOM from University of Arkansas, and JD from Baylor University. She has spent more than 25 years in law, operations, and real estate development in the private sector. She has worked for Specialized Real Estate Group, Wal-Mart, and founded The Burkes Company – a successful residential & commercial real estate development, construction, and brokerage company.

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Rebecca has a passion for serving in the public sector. She worked as a faculty member at the University of Wisconsin Law School & Luther College, and as Deputy Director and General Counsel for the Arkansas Department of Heritage.

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Rebecca moved to Northwest Arkansas after law school, and currently lives in Springdale. She is married to Aaron Burkes, a former Arkansas State Representative and current CEO of the Northwest Arkansas National Airport. They have two adult sons, Nathan and Nicholas, and enjoy spending time outdoors and hiking on the trail system in the area.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Small business growth and entrepreneurship are the lifeblood of this region. As a small business owner, I know the twin burdens of taxes and regulations. I will work to eliminate burdensome regulations and reduce taxes to help our businesses continue to thrive and create better opportunity for our citizens.A quality, parent-directed education is the pathway to development of top talent and continued job and economic growth. Our children deserve a strong educational system, and fair competition will always lead to better outcomes.Northwest Arkansas is attractive for many reasons including a low crime rate. I will always support our law enforcement officers who put themselves in harm's way and who work hard every day to make this a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

My experience in state government has shown me the need for strong conservative leadership in the legislature. Left to its own devices, government will grow and become more invasive in people’s personal lives. I know the answer is not more government but less government. Small business and entrepreneurship are the backbone and lifeblood of this region, and I will fight for lower taxes and against the red tape that limits and burdens these businesses. I am 100% pro-life and will fight to defend life of the unborn, protect your 2nd Amendment fundamental rights, and push back against invasive liberal ideology in our schools. I respectfully ask for your support and your vote.