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Democrats eye 2028 presidential runs, with midterms as key test

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Several Democratic politicians are closely watching the midterm elections to gauge their potential 2028 presidential candidacies. Key figures like Josh Shapiro, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Gavin Newsom have placed strategic bets on specific races, with outcomes that could significantly impact their national ambitions. Ocasio-Cortez, in particular, has heavily invested in the Michigan Senate race, viewing a progressive victory there as crucial for demonstrating electability in swing states. Shapiro's success hinges on a landslide reelection in Pennsylvania to showcase his governing style as a viable alternative for the party. AI

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Alex Thompson ·

    Where Dems eyeing the White House are putting their midterm chips

    <p>Pennsylvania Gov. <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/25/josh-shapiro-2028-questions" target="_blank">Josh Shapiro</a>'s chances of being a presidential contender in 2028 are riding on his winning reelection in a landslide Tuesday.</p><ul><li> New York Rep. <a href="https:/…

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