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politics4 days ago•5 min saved

David Jolly Bets Turnout and Headwinds for Trump-Backed Opponent in Florida Governor Race

The article argues that David Jolly could win Florida’s governor race despite Byron Donalds’ money and Trump endorsement due to three factors: Trump’s waning influence may hurt Donalds in a general election; Donalds’ own unfavorable-to-favorable ratings and weaker performance in rural counties signal vulnerabilities; and Democrat Angie Nixon’s Senate bid could boost turnout among Democrats and progressives, especially in North Florida, helping Jolly as he frames himself as a moderate alternative.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#byron-donalds #david-jolly #florida

politics5 days ago•5 min saved

Alaska Governor Race Shifts: Democrats Lead as Wilson and Bronson Advance

In Alaska’s primary, Democrats lead the governor race with Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins atop the Democratic slate and Tom Begich close behind; among Republicans, Bernadette Wilson and Dave Bronson are positioned to advance from a crowded field as 93.8% of precincts reported. If both Democrats reach the general election, questions arise about whether they’ll stay in and risk dividing their base, while Wilson touts an outsider-driven change and Bronson expresses confidence in advancing as votes continue to be counted.

via Alaska's News Source|

#alaska #bernadette-wilson #dave-bronson

politics13 days ago•5 min saved

Crowley shocks Wisconsin Democrats, advances to face Tiffany in November

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley won Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary in a razor-thin upset over Francesca Hong (roughly 39.8% to 39.4% with 98% of votes) after relaunching his campaign and benefiting from endorsements and heavy ad spending; Hong had led in late polling but faced scrutiny over past positions and electability. Crowley will face Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany in November, a race that could make Crowley Wisconsin’s first Black governor if he wins.

via NBC News|

#crowley #democratic-primary #francesca-hong

politics13 days ago•399 min saved

Minnesota GOP taps Lisa Demuth over Lindell to face Klobuchar in governor race

Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth won the Republican primary for governor, defeating Trump-backed Mike Lindell, and will face Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar in November after Klobuchar easily won her primary; Lindell’s candidacy faltered amid residency questions and intra‑party attacks as Republicans sought a nominee who could beat Klobuchar in Minnesota.

via NBC News|

#amy-klobuchar #governor-race #lisa-demuth

politics13 days ago•12 min saved

Wisconsin Democrats chart unity tour to smooth post-primary politics

Wisconsin Democrats kick off a four‑day unity tour after a bitter governor primary between Francesca Hong and David Crowley, with a Wednesday breakfast in Middleton and a Milwaukee rally featuring party leaders; Sen. Tammy Baldwin, Rep. Mark Pocan, and party chair Devin Remiker are set to attend, while Gov. Tony Evers’s attendance remains uncertain as the party seeks to reunite for November and position for 2028 amid ongoing endorsements and internal debates.

via Politico|

#democrats #governor-race #politics

us-politics-and-policy14 days ago•4 min saved

Progressive surge puts Francesca Hong on track for Wisconsin governor's race

Francesca Hong, a Democratic socialist and Wisconsin state legislator, leads the Democratic primary for governor with a solid polling edge, signaling a rise of progressive candidates even as party figures worry her platform—abolishing the police and prisons—may complicate a general-election bid against Republican Tom Tiffany; her candidacy has drawn scrutiny over past social posts, but she remains the front-runner heading into Tuesday's primary in a swing state.

via Financial Times|

#democratic-socialist #francesca-hong #governor-race

politics14 days ago•3 min saved

Wisconsin governor primary becomes proving ground for progressives as Francesca Hong leads

In Wisconsin's Democratic primary for governor, Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist from Madison, leads a four-candidate field as incumbent-backed David Crowley reenters the race and argues for electability in a swing state. Hong promotes progressive policies like universal childcare and free school meals, while rivals push different approaches, and observers note the race mirrors a broader wave of progressives; the winner will face Republican Tom Tiffany, with Democrats also eyeing control of the state Legislature. The piece also notes a Western Wisconsin CD3 race where Rebecca Cooke is backed by the DCCC, sparking intra-party tensions.

via The Guardian|

#democratic-socialism #elections #francesca-hong

politics18 days ago•5 min saved

Blackburn Emerges Front-Runner in Tennessee GOP Governor Primary

Sen. Marsha Blackburn appears to be the front-runner in Tennessee's Republican gubernatorial primary to replace term-limited Gov. Bill Lee, facing Rep. John Rose and state Rep. Monty Fritts as polls close; Trump did not endorse in this race, but Blackburn maintains a strong national profile and promotes a states-first conservative agenda in a deep-red state where Democrats haven’t won a gubernatorial election in two decades.

via Fox News|

#election2026 #gop #governor-race

politics18 days ago•400 min saved

Blackburn clinches Tennessee GOP governor nomination in Trump-neutral race

Sen. Marsha Blackburn won NBC News’s projection of the Republican nomination for Tennessee governor, defeating Rep. John Rose as President Trump declined to endorse; Blackburn, a longtime Trump ally who would be the first female Tennessee governor, faces Democrat Jerri Green (Memphis City Council) in the general election in a red-leaning state. Rose spent heavily in his bid, while Trump stayed on the sidelines.

via NBC News|

#governor-race #marsha-blackburn #politics

politics20 days ago•5 min saved

Benson Clinches Michigan Democratic Nomination for Governor

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson won the Michigan Democratic gubernatorial primary with about 83% of the vote to defeat Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, advancing to the November general election against Republican contenders John James and Perry Johnson; Benson framed the race as expanding a broad, people-first coalition and pledged policies to lower costs and improve state government.

via The Detroit News|

#democratic-primary #election-results #governor-race

politics20 days ago•399 min saved

Trump-backed Masterson to contest Kansas governor race against Holscher

Republican State Senate President Ty Masterson won his primary in Kansas with Trump’s endorsement, while Democratic State Senator Cindy Holscher won hers, setting up a fall showdown for governor in a GOP-leaning state governed by a Democrat before term limits. Holscher ran on a progressive, anti‑establishment platform and highlighted working people’s concerns, including a moratorium on new data-center construction; Masterson led a crowded Republican field to face her, aided by Trump’s backing. The race follows Democratic Governor Laura Kelly’s term, and voters in Kansas currently trend Republican, with Cook labeling the general election lean Republican.

via NBC News|

#cindy-holscher #governor-race #kansas

politics25 days ago•118 min saved

Barnes exits Wisconsin governor race, reshaping Democratic contest

Mandela Barnes dropped out of the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, leaving the field to continue the race with remaining candidates like Sara Rodriguez ahead of the 2026 election.

via AP News|

#democratic-party #governor-race #mandela-barnes

politics1 month ago•12 min saved

Wisconsin Dems in Chaos as Rodriguez Drops Out and Hong Surges

Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial race is thrown into chaos after Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez suspends her campaign amid a campaign-finance fiasco, firing her campaign manager and revealing large overcounts, leaving Francesca Hong to surge as the frontrunner for a divided field while Republicans capitalize on the turmoil in a pivotal swing-state contest.

via Politico|

#democratic-primary #francesca-hong #governor-race

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Crowley Returns to Wisconsin Governor Race as Dem Field Shuffles

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is re-entering Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary after a chaotic week that saw Sara Rodriguez withdraw, with the field reconfiguring around Francesca Hong, Mandela Barnes, Kelda Roys and others. Crowley plans a Milwaukee rally to announce his comeback amid reports that Gov. Tony Evers is considering backing him. The campaign landscape remains fluid as Barnes’s bid has stalled and Rodriguez’s campaign collapsed over fundraising shortfalls, with the winner facing Republican Tom Tiffany in November; three weeks remain until Election Day.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|

#david-crowley #democratic-primary #election-2026

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Drops Governor Bid Amid Campaign Finance Revelations

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her bid for Wisconsin governor after revelations of significant campaign-finance discrepancies and misreported cash on hand, including the firing of her campaign manager. She said remaining in the race would distract from the Democratic primary, which now features Barnes, Brennan, Roys, and Francesca Hong, with the winner facing Republican Tom Tiffany in November.

via Urban Milwaukee|

#campaign-finance #democratic-primary #governor-race