The Republican Party of Arkansas has criticized Hallie Shoffner, a Democrat challenging Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR), as being "dangerously out of touch with Arkansas."
Despite presenting herself as a relatable farmer, Shoffner's political history suggests otherwise, according to the state's GOP. Shoffner, described as a "vocal climate activist," announced her candidacy following the closure of her farm earlier this year, as reported by THV11.
Shoffner's campaign website emphasizes her non-political background, stating, "shes not a politician, shes not much for political parties, and shes never run for office in her lifethe only thing Hallie ever wanted to do was farm." It further asserts, "But if she cant farm, shes going to fight. For families. For Arkansas. For you."
However, as reported by Breitbart, Shoffner's past political donations reveal a pattern of support for far-left candidates, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), raising questions about her alignment with Arkansas voters.
Shoffner's decision to run against Sen. Cotton, who enjoys endorsements from President Donald Trump, Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, and the entire Arkansas congressional delegation, is notable. Cotton has maintained a strong conservative record, voting in line with Trump 100 percent of the time during his tenure in the Senate.
In contrast, Shoffner has previously supported candidates with socialist leanings, such as New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, and has contributed to the campaigns of former President Joe Biden and former Vice President Kamala Harris.
Maya Harvey, communications director for the Republican Party of Arkansas, told Breitbart News, "Hallie Shoffners record of supporting far-left candidates shows that she is dangerously out of touch with Arkansas." Harvey added, "We look forward to sharing Shoffners radical anti-Trump, Democrats-first platform with voters over the course of this campaign."
Shoffner's candidacy presents a stark contrast to the conservative values that have historically resonated with Arkansas voters.
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