Mary Peltola would be the strongest likely candidate for Alaska governor, poll shows
Peltola, a Democrat who made history with her 2022 election to the U.S. House, is widely seen as a top Democratic recruit for Alaska’s open governor’s race in 2026.
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Election 2026
The 2026 midterm elections in November will decide which party controls Congress and many state governments. From key issues and governor’s races to competitive U.S. House and Senate seats, here’s what to watch.
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Parenting while protecting democracy: The moms who fled the Texas legislature
Democratic lawmakers fled the state to protest a Trump-backed redistricting plan. For the mothers among them, leaving meant juggling summer milestones, first days of school — and showing their kids what democracy requires.
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Democratic women in the House are trying to grow their ranks to 100
Elect Democratic Women has quietly emerged as a force for recruiting, training and supporting the women candidates they believe can win back control of the lower chamber in 2026.
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In Maine, the next generation of Democrats emerges to succeed Gov. Janet Mills
2026 races to watch: Familiar political leaders and new faces are vying to replace term-limited Mills in the solidly Democratic state.
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Michigan governor’s race could break barriers — and party lines
2026 races to watch: Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Rep. John James are facing off to replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as governor of Michigan.
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Georgia again has a chance to elect the country's first Black woman governor
2026 races to watch: Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is waiting to find out which of two Republican candidates she'll face in November.
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In California, it's Becerra vs. Hilton for governor
Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton emerged from a crowded all-party primary.
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Kamala Harris announces she will not run for California governor
The former vice president announced Wednesday she won’t be jumping into the crowded field of Democrats vying to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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In New York, Hochul’s road to reelection gets clearer
2026 races to watch: Gov. Kathy Hochul, running for a second full term, is no longer facing a primary challenge from her lieutenant governor.
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Deb Haaland looks to make history again — this time as governor of New Mexico
2026 races to watch: Haaland made history in 2018 as one of the first two Native American women elected to the House and again in 2021 as the first Native Cabinet secretary.