We have it pretty good here in Arkansas, particularly here in Fayetteville—but we’re admittedly a little biased. We have a great Governor in Mike Beebe, and we have good people serving in the General Assembly. We have fantastic natural resources and breath-taking landscapes. We’re home to a few of the world’s largest, most successful companies as well as terrific local flavor.
We have it pretty good here in Arkansas, particularly here in Fayetteville—but we’re admittedly a little biased.
That doesn’t mean all is well. Consider: thirty-seven percent of our state’s high school students are obese or are at risk for obesity. Nearly 2,500 children under the age of 10 have been diagnosed with a form of autism. Our state has one of the highest teen death rates in the country. Arkansas ranks 47th in child well-being. Only nineteen percent of our adults have a college degree or higher. And our state still denies equal rights to all its citizens.
We can work together to change this. We can work to improve education, protect and preserve our natural resources, create new economic opportunities, and ensure equality for all Arkansans. Together we can make Arkansas stronger.
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We have many of the best schools in Arkansas right here in Fayetteville, but we know they and all schools across our state face challenges. Our workforce, too, faces challenges as our economy evolves. We must make strong investments in educating our students and providing continuing education opportunities for our workforce. Read More
We all have a stake in the future of Arkansas, which is why we believe it is absolutely essential that all Arkansans receive equal treatment. Denying select individuals rights betrays the spirit of our state constitution, and it hurts Arkansas’ economic viability. Read More
One need only visit the Buffalo River, take a hike out to Hawksbill Crag, or wake up on a crisp, autumn morning in Fayetteville to know Arkansas offers spectacular natural beauty. We have to protect it. Read More
Northwest Arkansas has weathered our nation’s economic difficulties better than many regions, but our community—and our state—have not gone unscathed. We believe our state is positioned to emerge from these troubling times stronger than ever and better prepared for the economic challenges of the 21st century. Read More
