2026 South Dakota governor's race

Incumbent: Larry Rhoden (Republican)

Larry RhodenRepublican Party (United States)95%

DADan AhlersDemocratic Party (United States)4%

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Emerson College Polling/KELOLANDJul 13Rhoden 62 – Doeden 32

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Larry Rhoden
Republican Party (United States) · Incumbent
Stated positions (15) ▾
- Abortion: Opposes abortion rights and supports bans including on abortion-pill advertising. [1][2]
- Border enforcement & immigration law: Supports state agencies assisting ICE and National Guard deployments to enforce immigration laws. [1][2]

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Issue	Rhoden	Ahlers	Doeden
Energy production	Unknown	Unknown	Unknown
	Cut taxes	Unknown	Unknown
	Gun rights	Unknown	Unknown
	Protect Unborn	Unknown	Unknown

2026 South Dakota governor's race

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2026 South Dakota governor's race

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