Elections
Democratic gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger and her ticket mates, state Sen. Ghazala F. Hashmi and former Norfolk delegate Jerrauld C. "Jay" Jones, kicked off their statewide bus tour, vowing to improve schools, lower housing and health care costs, and defend Virginia's federal workers against job cuts.
Governors
Entrepreneur and medical technology innovator Owen McCarthy has joined the growing list of Republican candidates vying for the party's nomination in Maine's 2026 gubernatorial election. McCarthy, a Harvard Business School graduate and co-founder of MedRhythms, aims to challenge "runaway spending," deliver tax relief to
Governors
Wisconsin Republicans, including those considering running for governor in 2026, are criticizing Governor Tony Evers for supporting California Governor Gavin Newsom as he pushes back against President Donald Trump's decision to send armed troops into the state to respond to protests. The deployment of 4,000 National Guardsmen
Governors
Incumbent Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy is term-limited from seeking another term, leaving the stage open for a potentially competitive gubernatorial race. The nomination battles in New Jersey and Virginia have captured national attention, serving as a key barometer of President Donald Trump's job performance and a gauge of
Governors
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a former Navy pilot and prosecutor, emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for governor of New Jersey, defeating a crowded field of experienced rivals. Sherrill won the support of significant county party organizations and reproductive rights groups, and will now face Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli
Governors
Following Rep. Mikie Sherrill's convincing win in the New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial primary, several party members expressed a commitment to unity and vowed to support the party's nominee in the November election. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop acknowledged their defeats and
Mayors
As Newark Mayor Ras Baraka campaigns to become New Jersey's next governor, his professional, political, and personal relationship with his brother and chief of staff, Amiri "Middy" Baraka Jr., comes under scrutiny. Middy has been a key figure in Ras's campaigns, including his 2014
Mayors
In a shocking turn of events, Cebu City Councilor Nestor Archival secured the mayoral post, while newcomer Pam Baricuatro holds a strong lead in the gubernatorial race, threatening to unseat Cebu Provincial Governor Gwen Garcia. The highly contested Mandaue City mayoralty race saw Provincial Board Member Jonkie Ouano take the
Gubernatorial candidates
In recent weeks, online culture has revealed its destructive side, with stories of crypto enthusiasts, sports betting addiction, and online indecency dominating the headlines. A government and politics professor has proposed a link between crypto ownership and support for Donald Trump, citing a fixation on masculinity as a driving factor.
Governors
Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears officially announced her candidacy for governor of Virginia in the 2025 election, aiming to become the nation's first Black female governor. Earle-Sears, who made history in 2022 by becoming the first Black woman in the commonwealth to hold statewide office, emphasized the importance of
Political campaigns
George E. Pataki, a prominent candidate, has produced a 30-second advertisement featuring his stump speech, delivered on Long Island under blue skies. The ad showcases Pataki's critique of Gov. Mario M. Cuomo's fiscal policies, promising to cut taxes and spending. However, the ad misstates the state&
Political campaigns
Ross Perot, the Texas billionaire, surprised the nation by endorsing Ann Richards, the incumbent governor, in her re-election campaign against George W. Bush. Perot's endorsement is seen as a crucial moment in the race, as it could potentially sway conservative voters who have been leaning towards Bush. Perot&
