James White

About this race

The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

4 candidates ran for City of Elaine Mayor (Phillips County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Elaine voters.

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This is a nonpartisan race, so we don't estimate where candidates fall from their campaign materials or look up their personal voter registration. We'd place James White only with a published academic score (from a voting record or campaign donors), and we haven't found one we can reliably source.

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• Tyesha Williams · Independent
• Lisa V. Gilbert · Independent
• Michael Cravens · Independent

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Quick answers

What party is James White?

James White is running as an Independent.

What does the City of Elaine Mayor seat do?

The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

Who is James White running against?

Tyesha Williams, Lisa V. Gilbert and Michael Cravens, for City of Elaine Mayor (Phillips County).

Should I vote for James White?

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