Rep. Michael John Gray of Augusta has been elected leader of the House Democratic Caucus, the minority party. He succeeds Rep. Eddie Armstrong of North Little Rock. He’s a farmer and small business owner.

Other leadership positions were won by Rep. David Whitaker of Fayetteville, who will be minority whip, and Rep. Bob Johnson of Jacksonville, caucus treasurer

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