Governorships
Will Joe Manchin Run for Governor Again?
Only two ex-governors have attempted a comeback in state history.
Read MorePhil Scott Poised to Climb Gubernatorial Service List
The Vermont Republican would still trail two predecessors in lifetime gubernatorial service should he win and serve a fifth term.
Read MoreIndiana’s Republican Gubernatorial Primary at a Glance
Mike Braun wins comfortably despite notching the second lowest support and fourth smallest victory margin in state party history.
Read MoreA Brief History of Maryland Governors Running for US Senate
Larry Hogan makes an 11th hour U.S. Senate bid in hopes of becoming the first sitting or former governor from the Old Line State to win election to the Senate in nearly 80 years.
Read More2024 to Have Fewest Gubernatorial Incumbents on the Ballot Since the 1800s
For the first time in a presidential or midterm election cycle since at least 1900, less than 30 percent of states holding gubernatorial elections will feature incumbents.
Read MoreNorth Carolina Poised for 3rd Straight Gubernatorial Election between Statewide Elected Officials
A dive into yet another measure of the Tar Heel State’s battleground state status.
Read MoreAbigail Spanberger and a History of Women Gubernatorial Candidates in Virginia
Only three women have appeared on a major party primary or general election ballot for governor in the state.
Read MoreIt’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like D.C.
In 2024 there will be uniform partisan control of governorships and both U.S. Senate seats in 36 states – up from 28 states just seven years ago.
Read MoreKentucky Democrats Holding Onto Governorship with Both Hands
Despite becoming deep red down the ballot, Kentucky remains one of just three states where Democratic gubernatorial nominees have won at least 40 percent in every election since 1900.
Read MoreKelly Ayotte Attempts to Make History with New Hampshire Gubernatorial Bid
No sitting or former U.S. Senator in the direct election era has won an election for governor in the Granite State; only one has made an attempt.
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