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Arizona ballot

Governor of Arizona

General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: July 21, 2026

General election

RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Novoa is running as a Republican write-in candidate for her first election as Governor of Arizona.

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RepublicanIdeology 0.82 · Very ConservativeAttorney

Andy Biggs is an attorney and former state legislative leader. He emphasizes reducing the national debt, eliminating wasteful federal spending, and cutting taxes and regulations on families and businesses.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Gertritrude Gonzalez is a Republican candidate running as a write-in for Governor of Arizona in her first bid for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Karrin Taylor Robson ran for Governor of Arizona in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticSocial worker

Katie Hobbs is the Democratic incumbent Governor of Arizona with a background as a social worker. She emphasizes cutting red tape for businesses, improving government efficiency and transparency, and long-term planning.

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GreenFirst-time candidate

Risa Lombardo is a Green candidate for Governor of Arizona in the 2026 general election. This is their first run for office.

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No party listedFirst-time candidate

Teri Hourihan, a licensed professional counselor and business owner running on the No Labels ticket, addresses government corruption and supports vulnerable populations through healthcare system reform and independent leadership.

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Primary

DemocraticIncumbentAdvancedSocial worker

Katie Hobbs is the Democratic incumbent Governor of Arizona with a background as a social worker. She emphasizes cutting red tape for businesses, improving government efficiency and transparency, and long-term planning.

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RepublicanIdeology 0.82 · Very ConservativeAdvancedAttorney

Andy Biggs is an attorney and former state legislative leader. He emphasizes reducing the national debt, eliminating wasteful federal spending, and cutting taxes and regulations on families and businesses.

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GreenFirst-time candidate

Athena Eastwood is a Green candidate for Governor of Arizona in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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GreenFirst-time candidate

Carlos Melendez is a Green candidate for Governor of Arizona in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanIdeology 0.55 · ConservativeBusiness owner

David Schweikert ran for U.S. House Arizona District 1 in 2026.

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No party listedFirst-time candidate

Hugh Lytle is a candidate for Governor of Arizona in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Ken Miceli is a Republican candidate for Governor of Arizona in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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GreenFirst-time candidateAdvanced

Risa Lombardo is a Green candidate for Governor of Arizona in the 2026 general election. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateConstruction

Scott Neely is a Republican candidate for Governor of Arizona in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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No party listedFirst-time candidateAdvanced

Teri Hourihan, a licensed professional counselor and business owner running on the No Labels ticket, addresses government corruption and supports vulnerable populations through healthcare system reform and independent leadership.

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GreenFirst-time candidatePolitical organizer

William Pounds is a Green candidate for Governor of Arizona in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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