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The Michigan Governor’s swing state experience and ability to connect with key voting demographics provide her with a solid foundation, though she sometimes falls short on national appeal.
A Tier: Strong Contenders
The A tier includes candidates who present strong potential for a competitive primary and general election:
Andy Beshear
The Governor of Kentucky, Beshear, has garnered significant approval ratings and a reputation for moderating his policies to appeal to skeptical voters in a red state, marking him as a serious contender in the Democratic field.
Josh Shapiro
The Pennsylvania Governor possesses high approval ratings and significant potential in his home state, making him one of the top contenders who could effectively challenge JD Vance in a general election.