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South Dakota ballot

South Dakota Secretary of State

General: November 3, 2026

General election

RepublicanBusiness

Heather Baxter is a business owner and current state representative seeking South Dakota Secretary of State. She emphasizes state efficiency, business support, and improved public services.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateScientist

Lesnar, a zoologist and first-time Libertarian candidate, emphasizes limiting government intrusion in private lives and restoring constitutional protections. She supports removing money from politics and fostering bipartisan cooperation in government.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateNonprofit professional

Terrence Davis, a former state trooper and nonprofit professional with degrees in Criminal Justice and Public Policy, emphasizes restoring trust in elections through transparency and accessibility, especially in rural communities.

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Convention

RepublicanAdvancedBusiness

Heather Baxter is a business owner and current state representative seeking South Dakota Secretary of State. She emphasizes state efficiency, business support, and improved public services.

From the candidate’s published profile

RepublicanBusiness Owner

Monae Johnson is a Republican candidate for South Dakota Secretary of State in the 2026 election.

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LibertarianFirst-time candidateAdvancedScientist

Lesnar, a zoologist and first-time Libertarian candidate, emphasizes limiting government intrusion in private lives and restoring constitutional protections. She supports removing money from politics and fostering bipartisan cooperation in government.

From the candidate’s published profile

DemocraticFirst-time candidateAdvancedNonprofit professional

Terrence Davis, a former state trooper and nonprofit professional with degrees in Criminal Justice and Public Policy, emphasizes restoring trust in elections through transparency and accessibility, especially in rural communities.

From the candidate’s published profile

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