Governor / Lt. Governor Kansas in Statewide, Kansas

2026 Primary Election

• Ethan Corson — Incumbent Kansas State Senator in Fairway, KS

  Ethan Corson, born in 1982, is an American politician and attorney representing the 7th district in the Kansas Senate as a Democrat. Elected in 2020, he assumed office in January 2021. Raised in Johnson County, Kansas, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree and a Juris Doctor from Washington University. He is married to Jenna Brofsky, a Fairway City Council member, and they have two sons. Corson announced his candidacy for Governor of Kansas in the 2026 election, selecting Renee Duxler as his running mate for Lieutenant Governor. He is endorsed by current Governor Laura Kelly and former Governor Kathleen Sebelius, aiming to be a middle-of-the-road leader focused on economic and workforce development to keep Kansas progressing.

• Cindy Holscher — Incumbent State Senator in Olathe, KS

  Cindy Holscher is a Democratic State Senator campaigning for Governor of Kansas in 2026. She has selected State Representative KC Ohaebosim as her running mate, forming a ticket focused on making government work for everyday people. Holscher's platform emphasizes lowering the cost of living, investing in public education, and supporting working families. She advocates for policies such as legalizing medical marijuana and protecting Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, while pushing back against extremist policies. Holscher aims to bring bipartisanship and common sense to Topeka, fighting for all Kansans.

• Stacy L Rogers — Candidate for Governor in Wichita, KS

  Stacy Rogers, born in Wichita, Kansas, and a graduate of Newton High School, brings a background as a business owner and president to her campaign. She is the first candidate to officially file for Governor of Kansas in the 2026 election, with Michael Smith as her Lieutenant Governor running mate. Rogers emphasizes leadership, service, and grassroots engagement, focusing on policies that uplift hardworking citizens, protect all life, and foster a prosperous Kansas through common sense governance and fiscal responsibility, including property tax relief. She is running as a Republican, with the primary scheduled for August 4, 2026.