The Index

Tom Cotton is a U.S. Senator from Arkansas respected for his work in advocacy for regenerative farming and environmental conservation, and is involved in discussions on healthcare legislation and immigration policies.

Matt Duffield is a former co-host of the Free Arkansas podcast who appeared in early episodes, joining conversations on civic issues and legislation.

Tim Griffin is the Arkansas Attorney General known for his legal actions against state boards, endorsements of political candidates, and efforts to protect Arkansans from scams and ensure transparency in government.

Sarah Huckabee Sanders, also known as Sarah, is the Governor of Arkansas and has been involved in various political endorsements and initiatives, including the Natural State Initiative. She is Brian's wife and previously worked for her father during his 2008 presidential campaign.

Asa Hutchinson, a former governor of Arkansas, is recognized for his work on education reforms and the implementation of work requirements in the state.

Donald Trump, former President of the United States, is known for his influential leadership style, controversial policies including executive orders on marijuana rescheduling, and actions such as issuing pardons; he has been a subject of varied public opinion during and after his presidency.

Aaron Pilkington, a state representative for District 45, is known for his hardworking nature and has three children.

Mike Huckabee, former governor of Arkansas, is known for proposing the consolidation of school districts and implementing a sales tax for state park maintenance and tourism promotion.

Ronald Reagan, a former U.S. President, is noted for his conservative wisdom, emphasis on free speech and free thought, and advocacy for employment as the best social welfare program.

Bill Clinton, a former President of the United States, attended a 75th anniversary event of the governor's match as a former living governor and served in office following Frank White's electoral loss.

Grant Harden is a convicted murderer and former police chief who escaped from an Arkansas prison but was later arrested.

Bruce Westerman is a former U.S. Representative from Arkansas who served in the House and later moved to the Senate; he has also been involved in political endorsements, such as supporting Bethann Rankin Baker for House District 99.

Lane Jean is a term-limited Representative for House District 99 in Arkansas, known for leading sponsorship of a prison proposal and expressing concerns over certain contracts, while also being noted for not supporting a special session on tax cuts.

Alice Walton is the founder of Crystal Bridges Museum and the Ignite program, and she is associated with the Alice Walton School of Medicine, known for her contributions to healthcare initiatives such as value-based care in Arkansas.

Bruce Cozart, a representative, has been involved in discussions on education and real-life skill courses with the speaker and is noted for treating the speaker with respect.

Bart Schultz is a guest representative known for his work in emergency management, particularly during tornadoes, and has lived in a home previously owned by the band Metallica.

Fred Love, a Democrat, has been involved in Arkansas politics, running for both the Arkansas Senate and governorship, and was part of a lawsuit against Pulaski County involving allegations of racial discrimination and political retaliation.

Congressman French Hill serves as the incumbent representative for Arkansas's second congressional district.

Ben Cross is a county judge known for aligning with certain views and facilitating an easy voting process.

Bill is the narrator's cousin, known for getting interested in duck hunting alongside the narrator starting in 1972.

Senator Jane English, a long-serving chair of education, is term-limited and thus not eligible for re-election in Senate District 13.

Marcus Richmond is the current holder of the seat who is retiring and not running for reelection.

Mary Bentley is a former district representative who proposed an ISP for studying maltreatment cases and encouraged Crystal Malloy to run for state representative.

Rick Crawford is a representative from Arkansas who currently holds a congressional seat formerly pursued by Clark Hall and is part of the state's House delegation.

Steve Womack is the incumbent Representative for Arkansas's third district and is noted for running against former President Trump's leadership style while seeking his ninth term in Congress.

Tara Shepard, a state representative for House District 79, is running for Arkansas State Senate District 15 and will compete against Sharonda Love in the Democratic primary.

Tom Walton is known for his initiatives in developing a trail network for mountain biking in Bentonville, which he started upon returning to Arkansas after college.

Austin Albers is a respected individual who took over a business role from another member of the Natural State Initiative and has claimed to have seen black panthers near the Buffalo River.

Bill Jones is the CEO of Sissy's Log Cabin and serves as a member of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.

Brian Norris is a political figure who ran as a candidate for secretary of state and has been involved in legal actions, including filing a lawsuit. He has also been discussed in relation to fundraising efforts.

Charles Morgan is an entrepreneurial legend in Arkansas, known as the godfather of technology in the state, recognized for his high energy, vision, and influence on capital pools within Arkansas.

Kim Hammer announced her intent to run in a primary race and is one of five senators unable to seek re-election due to term limits.

Mitch McConnell, a former leader of the Republican Party in the U.S. Senate, altered the filibuster rule in 2017 to permit cloture on all general legislation with a majority of 60 votes.

Barack Obama, the former President of the United States, worked on regulations to prevent sexual assault and sought to engage in discussions regarding school reform and negotiations with Iran.

Jonathan Dismang, also known as Senator Jonathan Dismang, is a legislative leader who has expressed disappointment over audit findings related to unpaid legal fees and has stated there will not be a special session on tax cuts.

Todd Simmons is a founding partner of Natural Capital Partners and serves as the CEO of Simmons Foods.

Brad Henry is the managing partner and co-founder of Natural Capital Partners, an investment fund based in Arkansas.

Cole Jester, the current Secretary of State of Arkansas, hosted a press conference to highlight the state’s performance in an election integrity scorecard and is ineligible to run for re-election next year due to state law.

Gavin Newsom served as the governor of California and was noted for his public exchanges with figures such as Sarah Huckabee Sanders.

George Dunklin is a prominent figure in Arkansas, known as Doug Show and Rock's best friend and previously served as the chairman of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, while also being the owner of Five Oaks Lodge.

Holly Schaffner is a Democratic U.S. Senate candidate in Arkansas and has been noted for her narrative of returning to her family's business.

Jeremy Woldridge is a political figure challenging an incumbent senator in a primary race and is known for authoring the bill to privatize the waste tire system.

Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, is known for his ambitious acquisitions and entrepreneurial risks, such as attempting to purchase a lodge in 1982.

Jim Walton, who has sold over $1.5 billion worth of Walmart stock, is involved in economic initiatives in Arkansas, having invited speakers to participate in Economic Arkansas.

Kendon Underwood, also known as Representative Kendon Underwood, is an Arkansas state lawmaker who faced threats after requesting the Attorney General investigate Fayetteville’s immigration policies.

Senator Hester is known for co-sponsoring a bill concerning international medical graduates and has discussed issues related to the societal costs and prison overcrowding.

Sharonda Love is running to succeed her husband in Arkansas State Senate District 15.