The First Congressional District Race pits incumbent Republican Rick Crawford from Jonesboro against Libertarian challenger Mark West from Sulphur Rock. Crawford says he is excited that he is not facing a Democratic challenger in this election, but he is still campaigning hard as he is seeking his fourth term:
Rick Crawford. Mark West says he is also campaigning hard. He says his main challenge is going up against an incumbent, so he is trying to meet a lot of people:
During a candidate forum in Jonesboro Saturday, Crawford’s voting record came under fire. West accused the Jonesboro Republican and leaning toward the left in some of his recent votes:
West also accused Crawford of voting according to selected talking points. Crawford responded by saying that his support has come from all political sides of the isle. He also denied that he is following a “talk show” agenda when he votes:
Rick Crawford. There is not a Democratic challenger in the First Congressional District race, which covers northeast Arkansas.
