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fromFortune
8 hours ago
SF politics

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor, rocking wide-open contest | Fortune

SF politics
fromIntelligencer
6 hours ago

Swalwell Implosion Creates Whole New Race for California Governor

Eric Swalwell's campaign collapse due to misconduct allegations has reshaped California's gubernatorial race, opening opportunities for other candidates.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
7 hours ago

Is Matt Mahan's campaign for California governor losing steam? - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan faces challenges in the California governor's race, including low polling, internal tensions, and a controversial fundraising strategy.
SF politics
fromFortune
8 hours ago

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor, rocking wide-open contest | Fortune

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race creates uncertainty as rivals vie for his supporters amid serious allegations against him.
NYC politics
fromNew York Daily News
7 hours ago

Hochul backs Micah Lasher in NY-12 primary to replace Nadler

Gov. Hochul endorsed Micah Lasher for New York's 12th congressional district primary, praising his leadership and ability to fight for working families.
#eric-swalwell
US Elections
fromKqed
4 hours ago

Eric Swalwell Suspends CA Gubernatorial Campaign | KQED

Eric Swalwell denied sexual assault allegations but acknowledged infidelity, leading to loss of support and endorsements from key Democratic figures.
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Abuse allegations against lead Democrat shake race for California governor

Sexual assault allegations against Eric Swalwell prompt calls for his resignation and have significantly impacted his gubernatorial campaign.
US Elections
fromKqed
4 hours ago

Eric Swalwell Suspends CA Gubernatorial Campaign | KQED

Eric Swalwell denied sexual assault allegations but acknowledged infidelity, leading to loss of support and endorsements from key Democratic figures.
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Abuse allegations against lead Democrat shake race for California governor

Sexual assault allegations against Eric Swalwell prompt calls for his resignation and have significantly impacted his gubernatorial campaign.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

District 8 Supervisor Race Calls for Leadership Grounded in Public Service - San Francisco Bay Times

Leadership in District 8 focuses on community connection, housing stability, and public safety to improve lives and honor the legacy of queer life.
fromBleacher Nation
2 days ago

Can I Bet Politics on DraftKings and FanDuel in 2026? - Bleacher Nation

In the United States, you generally cannot place a real-money bet on an election using the standard DraftKings or FanDuel Sportsbook apps due to strict regulations.
Chicago Cubs
Mission District
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

Why I'm Running for District 8 Supervisor - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco fosters community and resilience, providing support for individuals seeking new beginnings and collective strength to overcome challenges.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Slotkin Fuels 2028 Speculation With Tough Love Speech to Iowa Democrats

Winning elections requires understanding regional differences and adopting an offensive strategy rather than a defensive one.
fromNew York Amsterdam News
4 days ago

Brooklyn Democratic district leaders navigating controversy as elections approach

Anthony Beckford, the District Leader for the 43rd Assembly District, stated, 'the party is the district leaders' and emphasized his commitment to supporting Black leadership despite the ongoing investigations.
Brooklyn
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
#wisconsin
Washington DC
fromEsquire
4 days ago

So When Can We Call Wisconsin a Blue State?

Progressive candidates are gaining ground in traditionally Republican areas, as seen in recent elections in Wisconsin.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

Just How Big Could Democrats Win In 2026?

Republicans face significant challenges as Wisconsin shifts toward progressive candidates, exemplified by Chris Taylor's decisive victory in a state Supreme Court race.
Washington DC
fromEsquire
4 days ago

So When Can We Call Wisconsin a Blue State?

Progressive candidates are gaining ground in traditionally Republican areas, as seen in recent elections in Wisconsin.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

Just How Big Could Democrats Win In 2026?

Republicans face significant challenges as Wisconsin shifts toward progressive candidates, exemplified by Chris Taylor's decisive victory in a state Supreme Court race.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Local elections profile: Hammersmith and Fulham

Hammersmith and Fulham is a vibrant west London borough known for its restaurants, parks, and three professional football clubs.
#elections
SF politics
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

India news: Kerala, Assam and Puducherry head to polls

India experiences unusual April weather, impacting elections and discussions on climate change.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Local elections profile: Greenwich

Greenwich is a historic borough in south-east London known for its naval connections, green spaces, and diverse population.
#new-jersey
US politics
fromGothamist
6 days ago

An 'outrageous' number of NJ Democrats flood primaries as party eyes midterm gains

New Jersey's midterm primary sees a surge of Democratic candidates, with 58 filing to run, reflecting optimism for a potential 'blue wave'.
US politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Democrats lead in NJ special election ahead of debate. Here's what to watch for.

Democrat Analilia Mejia leads in early voting against Republican Joe Hathaway ahead of their debate for a New Jersey congressional seat.
US politics
fromGothamist
6 days ago

An 'outrageous' number of NJ Democrats flood primaries as party eyes midterm gains

New Jersey's midterm primary sees a surge of Democratic candidates, with 58 filing to run, reflecting optimism for a potential 'blue wave'.
US politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Democrats lead in NJ special election ahead of debate. Here's what to watch for.

Democrat Analilia Mejia leads in early voting against Republican Joe Hathaway ahead of their debate for a New Jersey congressional seat.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 hours ago

Democrats Believe Kamala Harris Is Less Electable' Than Mark Cuban: NEW POLL

A survey by Yale Polling discovered that just 55% of Democrats found Harris to be a highly electable candidate in 2028, while 58% found Cuban to be highly electable.
US Elections
#democrats
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
1 day ago

Democrats' growing credibility gap may cost them the midterms | Opinion

Democrats are losing voter trust due to a perceived gap between their campaign promises and governance.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

The 2026 Races Giving Democrats New Hope in the South

Democrats are optimistic about flipping control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms, especially in the South.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Up Like a Rocket!' CNN Data Guru Predicts Dems Will Easily Take Back the House Amid Big Gains

Democrats are likely to gain control of the House and possibly the Senate following significant wins in recent special elections.
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
1 day ago

Democrats' growing credibility gap may cost them the midterms | Opinion

Democrats are losing voter trust due to a perceived gap between their campaign promises and governance.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

The 2026 Races Giving Democrats New Hope in the South

Democrats are optimistic about flipping control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms, especially in the South.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Up Like a Rocket!' CNN Data Guru Predicts Dems Will Easily Take Back the House Amid Big Gains

Democrats are likely to gain control of the House and possibly the Senate following significant wins in recent special elections.
#california-gubernatorial-race
California
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

How Democrats Can Avoid Disaster in the California Governor's Race

The California gubernatorial race shows a potential for two Republicans to face off, posing a significant threat to Democrats.
California
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

How Democrats Can Avoid Disaster in the California Governor's Race

The California gubernatorial race shows a potential for two Republicans to face off, posing a significant threat to Democrats.
#hackney
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Hackney mayoral race sees Greens take on Labour

Hackney's mayoral election features Labour's Caroline Woodley and Green's Zoe Garbett, focusing on housing and cost of living concerns.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Hackney mayoral race sees Greens take on Labour

Hackney's mayoral election features Labour's Caroline Woodley and Green's Zoe Garbett, focusing on housing and cost of living concerns.
#donald-trump
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago
Right-wing politics

If Trump Gives Up on the Midterms, All Bets Are Off

Donald Trump combines extreme political strategies with a focus on maintaining Republican control in the 2026 midterm elections.
fromChicago Tribune
2 years ago
US politics

Group objecting to Donald Trump's place on Illinois primary ballot takes its case to court

A group seeks expedited Cook County appeal to disqualify Donald Trump from Illinois GOP primary under the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause.
fromsfist.com
4 hours ago

Saikat Chakrabarti's Big Ad Push Puts Him Five Points Behind Wiener In New Poll

Saikat Chakrabarti, the 40-year-old centimillionaire and former tech engineer, has been doing his utmost to gain some name recognition in San Francisco, seen as a longshot challenger to Nancy Pelosi.
SF politics
Left-wing politics
fromABC News
5 days ago

Possible 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls head to NYC for National Action Network convention

The National Action Network convention will gather potential Democratic 2028 presidential candidates to engage with Black civil rights leaders and voters.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

San Jose District 7 candidates square off at public forum - San Jose Spotlight

Candidates for San Jose City Council District 7 emphasize public safety, homelessness, and quality of life, with differing views on the district's needs.
US politics
fromAxios
6 days ago

Scoop: Platner declares Mills nearly finished in Maine Senate primary

Platner's campaign is shifting focus to the general election, showing confidence with polls indicating a significant lead over Mills.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Polling Data Spells Potential Disaster for Republicans in the Midterms

Trump's low approval ratings due to the war on Iran threaten Republican seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
#california-politics
SF politics
fromMission Local
10 hours ago

Chakrabarti's new poll puts him closer to Wiener heading into June primary

Saikat Chakrabarti is trailing Scott Wiener by five points in a poll for California's 11th congressional district primary.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

Donald Trump Just Gave California Democrats a Big, Fat Gift

California Democrats face a dilemma with multiple candidates diluting their vote, risking a Republican lockout in the primary.
SF politics
fromMission Local
10 hours ago

Chakrabarti's new poll puts him closer to Wiener heading into June primary

Saikat Chakrabarti is trailing Scott Wiener by five points in a poll for California's 11th congressional district primary.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

Donald Trump Just Gave California Democrats a Big, Fat Gift

California Democrats face a dilemma with multiple candidates diluting their vote, risking a Republican lockout in the primary.
#democratic-party
fromAxios
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Dems weighing 2028 campaigns run from 2020 positions

Democrats are distancing themselves from recent left-leaning policies ahead of the 2028 election, citing voter dissatisfaction as a key reason for 2024 losses.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
SF politics

We can't lose': all eyes on potential 2028 Democratic contenders at big party gathering for this year's midterms

Prominent Democratic figures gathered in NYC for the NAN convention, focusing on midterms, affordability, and the party's future.
Left-wing politics
fromAxios
1 week ago

Dems weighing 2028 campaigns run from 2020 positions

Democrats are distancing themselves from recent left-leaning policies ahead of the 2028 election, citing voter dissatisfaction as a key reason for 2024 losses.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

We can't lose': all eyes on potential 2028 Democratic contenders at big party gathering for this year's midterms

Prominent Democratic figures gathered in NYC for the NAN convention, focusing on midterms, affordability, and the party's future.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Starmer kicks off crucial local election campaign with vow to fight for our values'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-the-ground reporting during critical moments in US history.
US Elections
fromFortune
4 days ago

'In rural, urban, red, blue, Democrats have overperformed everywhere': GOP wakes up to freight train heading their way | Fortune

Republicans faced significant electoral losses in Wisconsin and Georgia, indicating Democratic momentum ahead of the November midterms.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

At L.A. 'shadow hearing' on elections, House Democrats join experts to defend voting systems

House Democrats express confidence in voting systems, rejecting Trump administration's fraud claims and opposing voter ID laws that could disenfranchise millions.
#california
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
California

Tuesday Morning Topline: Voters Largely Disinterested In Governor's Race

California governor's race faces low awareness and canceled debate, impacting Democrats, while a ransomware attack and high gas prices add to local concerns.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago
SF politics

Newsom reluctant to endorse a successor, break gridlock in governor's race

California Democrats risk losing the gubernatorial election due to too many candidates splitting votes and no clear front-runner.
California
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Voters Largely Disinterested In Governor's Race

California governor's race faces low awareness and canceled debate, impacting Democrats, while a ransomware attack and high gas prices add to local concerns.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Newsom reluctant to endorse a successor, break gridlock in governor's race

California Democrats risk losing the gubernatorial election due to too many candidates splitting votes and no clear front-runner.
#local-elections
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Meet the District 4 candidates: Do you support raising threshold for ballot measures?

Proposed charter reforms would increase mayoral power and complicate the ballot measure process in District 4.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

I Was AIPAC's Number 1 Target-and I Beat Them. Here's How to Do It.

Daniel Biss successfully challenged AIPAC's influence during his campaign by advocating for peace and justice for Palestinians, despite significant financial opposition.
#democratic-primary
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

A race for a safe blue seat tests how far left Democrats want new leaders to go

Daniel Biss, Evanston's mayor, leads a crowded Democratic primary race to succeed retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky in Illinois' 9th congressional district, emphasizing generational change and combining government experience with activist credentials.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

A race for a safe blue seat tests how far left Democrats want new leaders to go

Daniel Biss, Evanston's mayor, leads a crowded Democratic primary race to succeed retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky in Illinois' 9th congressional district, emphasizing generational change and combining government experience with activist credentials.
NYC politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Inside Democratic Socialists of America's decision on whether to endorse for L.A. mayor

DSA-LA is considering reopening its endorsement process for the mayoral race, potentially backing Nithya Raman or Rae Huang.
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

The "Squad" left faces complete wipeout in Illinois Democratic primaries

AIPAC pivoted in the final week of the campaign to focusing its fire on the more pro-Palestinian Abughazaleh than Biss, who was backed by the Congressional Progressive Caucus and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.). Another AIPAC affiliate, Chicago Progressive Partnership, ran ads painting Abughazaleh as a closet Republican and boosting a lower tier leftist in the race, Bushra Amiwala.
US politics
#election-integrity
fromsfist.com
3 days ago
SF politics

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

Democrats are holding events to educate the public on election integrity amid concerns over election meddling.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Indicted Chicago-area progressive MAGA foe falls short in Illinois Democratic U.S. House primary

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss won the Illinois 9th Congressional District Democratic primary, defeating Gen-Z candidate Kat Abughazaleh in a closely watched open-seat race.
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Democratic Campaign That Begins With an Apology

State Senator Creigh Deeds declared, 'I believe that people should choose their representatives. Representatives shouldn't choose their people.' This statement underscores the traditional argument against gerrymandering, yet it serves as a prelude to the Democrats' call for aggressive redistricting.
SF politics
NYC politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

San Jose candidates share plans at District 9 forum - San Jose Spotlight

Five candidates for San Jose's District 9 City Council seat prioritize public safety through police staffing increases, housing affordability, and fiscal responsibility.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Pro-Israel groups see mixed record in money-fuelled Illinois primaries

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for an open U.S. Senate seat, backed by pro-Israel donors and Governor JB Pritzker's endorsement, positioning her as a pro-working rights candidate for November.
US Elections
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Scoop: How the left plans to start winning Democratic primaries again

Progressive candidates won only one of four Chicago-area congressional races despite Congressional Progressive Caucus endorsements, with establishment and AIPAC-backed candidates prevailing in most contests.
#illinois-senate-race
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

How Illinois May Bumble Its Way Into Electing a Senate Moderate

Illinois Democrats risk nominating moderate Raja Krishnamoorthi for Senate despite progressive values dominating the state, as left-wing voters face potential vote-splitting and limited time to organize an alternative.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Pritzker Flexes Political Muscle in Illinois Senate Race

Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won Illinois's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, virtually securing the seat in the reliably liberal state and validating Governor Pritzker's endorsement.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Crypto Cash Fuels Democrats' Divide in Illinois Senate Race

Illinois Senate race features competing candidates including Indian American congressman Krishnamoorthi and Black women candidates Stratton and Kelly, with fundraising and polling data showing a competitive contest.
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 week ago

S.F. D2 supervisor candidates knock on doors hoping for different answers

District 2 residents' feelings of being listened to are central to the campaigns for supervisor between Stephen Sherrill and Lori Brooke.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

AI and Crypto spent nearly $20 million to reshape Illinois's Democratic primaries. They mostly lost | Fortune

The companies flooded the state's Democratic primaries with millions of dollars to promote candidates they believed would have a light touch when it came to regulating technologies that have begun to upend how people do their jobs and manage their finances. Using super PACs that are allowed to spend unlimited sums of money, they ran television advertising and distributed campaign fliers that only occasionally alluded to their industries.
US Elections
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

The midterm primaries are turning out to be really bad news for incumbents - LGBTQ Nation

In perhaps a vain attempt to prove themselves moderate, the Democratic lawmakers helped override Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's vetoes. Voters responded with the kind of ballot-box fury that should serve as a lesson to other incumbents. It wasn't just a case that the incumbents lost. They were buried, with several of them getting trounced by margins of 40 points or more.
US politics
SF politics
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Sherrill aims to help shape midterms with new PAC

Sherrill aims to expand her political influence nationally with a new PAC focused on supporting cost-lowering candidates and public service.
US politics
fromKqed
1 month ago

Some Gubernatorial Candidates Taking Different Path in Run for Governor | KQED

National media exposure and social media enable congressional members to build widespread voter recognition beyond their districts, fundamentally changing political campaigning strategies.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

This local official thinks he may have the road map for Democrats to win big in 2026

Democrats achieved significant electoral victories in 2025, with Joshua Siegel winning Lehigh County by over 60%.
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: State's Democrats could sleep better if voters could rank gubernatorial choices

California's top-two primary system risks producing two Republican finalists if Democrats split votes across a crowded field, potentially leaving voters without a Democratic choice for governor.
SF politics
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Illinois's Next Black Senator Deserves Credit for Her Own Campaign

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, becoming the third Black woman senator and only the sixth in history.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Democrats must hash out viable candidates for governor

Democrats must coordinate to secure a top-two primary spot and guard against vote-suppression threats; schools should adopt high-expectations, data-driven practices to overcome obstacles.
US politics
fromEsquire
1 month ago

I Sure Hope the Democrats Know What to Do After the Primaries

Texas Senate primaries show Democrats facing a difficult choice between two viable candidates while Republicans pit an unremarkable incumbent against a scandal-plagued challenger, with local elections nationwide carrying significant long-term political implications.
fromAxios
1 month ago

How fired-up Texas Dems give Talarico a jolt toward November

In South Texas' mostly Hispanic Cameron County - which Trump won by nearly 6 points in 2024 as Republicans posted unprecedented gains among Latinos - 71% of the primary voters cast ballots for Democrats. Talarico won the county with nearly twice the votes Crockett received and more than three times what Sen. John Cornyn got in topping Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the county's GOP primary.
US Elections
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Who is Daniel Biss, the Democrat who narrowly beat Gen-Z star Kat Abughazaleh in Illinois

A mathematician by training, he earned a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and later taught at the University of Chicago before entering public office. He served in the Illinois House and Senate from 2011 to 2019, where he built a reputation as a policy-driven progressive focused on campaign finance reform, voting access, and structural changes to government.
SF politics
SF politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Illinois' $50 million primary experiment

Krishnamoorthi significantly outraised and outspent opponents Stratton and Kelly, while crypto PAC Fairshake spent $7.7 million targeting Stratton despite her super PAC support from Governor Pritzker.
SF politics
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

State Democratic Convention: Spring Training for Political Junkies - San Francisco Bay Times

Approximately 3,500 State Delegates attended the California State Democratic Convention in San Francisco February 20-22, with an additional 1,500 attendees participating in events and activities.
fromAxios
1 month ago

MAHA's midterm election test

Driving the news: In a memo Thursday, the Kennedy-aligned political advocacy group MAHA Action warned the chairs of the Republican Senate and House campaign committees and House and Senate leaders that the GOP "is renting MAHA voters. They haven't decided to purchase them yet." The group says Republicans could still close the polling gap with appeals to this segment, which it said could represent 10% of the electorate.
US politics
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Democrats fear being locked out of the November governor's race. Could it lead to changes in California's top-two primary system?

California's top-two primary system risks shutting out Democrats from the gubernatorial general election if the party vote splits among eight candidates, potentially allowing two Republicans to advance.
US politics
fromJezebel
2 months ago

Democrats' Special Election Winning Streak Makes Me Wanna Lib Out Like It's Summer 2016

Democrats have won recent special elections and flipped historically Republican districts despite GOP spending and prior Trump margins.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Can Democrats post their way to midterm victories?

Headquarters revives @KamalaHQ team to create a Gen Z-focused, left-leaning media brand repurposing large-following social accounts to disseminate viral political content.
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Democrats Should Run a Governor for President in 2028

Though only 17 of the 47 presidents were governors, only four men (James Garfield, Warren Harding, John F. Kennedy and Barack Obama) have gone directly from Congress to the White House. Among Democrats, however, the last sitting or former governor to win a presidential nomination was Bill Clinton. Indeed, the last governor to run a viable Democratic nomination contest was Howard Dean in 2004, and his signature issue was foreign policy (his opposition to the Iraq War).
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