Governor · South Dakota

Incumbent: Larry Rhoden (Republican) · Incumbent nominated to full term
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026

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Where they stand: Rhoden vs. Ahlers

RhodenNo public position foundAhlers
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RhodenNo public position foundAhlers
RhodenNo public position foundAhlers
RhodenNo public position foundAhlers
RhodenNo public position foundAhlers

Dan Ahlers: as a former member of the South Dakota State Senate (2009–2011) and House of Representatives (District 25, 2007–2009, 2017–2019), see South Dakota Legislature historical legislator profiles and roll-call archive (official).

Larry Rhoden: as a former South Dakota Senate Majority Leader (District 29, 2009–2015, 2017–2019) and House Majority Leader (2001–2009), see South Dakota Legislature historical legislator profiles and roll-call archive (official).

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