Bismarck elections · Candidate listing

Background
Michael Howe is North Dakota’s 15th Secretary of State and the Republican incumbent seeking re-election in 2026. He previously served six years in the state House and was a family farmer in Casselton.
Sources: Michael Howe campaign website, North Dakota Monitor, 2026 voter guide
What the candidate has said
Statements are attributed to the linked sources.
Elections and business
He says he is running for re-election to preserve and protect election integrity and keep North Dakota a good place to start and grow a business.
Michael Howe campaign websiteBusiness climate
His campaign says it will make it easier to start a business and strengthen the economy.
Michael Howe campaign website
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