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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 6h

But... Bernie Sanders wants Janet Mills to stay out of Maine's Senate race.

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 7h

It’s not official yet, but it sounds like Maine’s two-term Gov. Janet Mills (D) will run for the U.S. Senate seat held by veteran Sen. Susan Collins (R) next year.

The Maine Senate race is ranked LEAN REPUBLICAN, but it is definitely an “Almost TOSS-UP” race.

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Maine Gov. Janet Mills will challenge Sen. Susan Collins in key 2026 Senate contest, AP sources say

Maine’s two-term Democratic Gov. Janet Mills will run for the U.S. Senate seat held by veteran Republican Sen. Susan Collins next year.

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 1d

Yes, I've reached out to both of their campaigns about this, but no response yet.

Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 1d

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Meet Katie - Katie Hobbs for Governor

ROOTED IN THE COPPER STATE Born and raised in Arizona, Katie Hobbs has spent her life fighting for the people of this state—and she’s never been afraid to tackle hard challenges head-on. Growing up in...

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 1d

Arizona governor Katie Hobbs (D) has announced her re-election bid.

The Arizona gubernatorial race and two Arizona House races are ranked TOSS-UP.

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 2d

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Mikie Sherrill for Governor

U.S. Naval Academy graduate, Navy helicopter pilot, former federal prosecutor, wife, and mother of four kids – Mikie Sherrill is running for governor to make life easier and more affordable for Garden...

www.mikiesherrill.com

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 2d

The New Jersey gubernatorial race is less than 4 weeks away.

It is ranked TOSS UP by Cook Political Report.

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Mikie Sherrill Handily Wins Final New Jersey Gubernatorial Debate - Democrats

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 4d

I couldn't summarize the importance of TOSS-UP races in just a few hundred characters. So I wrote it in the Substack.

Please let me know what you think.

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Toss-Up Races: How to Take Back the United States

The "Winnable Democratic Races" Project on Bluesky

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 5d

North Carolina governor Roy Cooper (D) has raised a record $14 million for his Senate campaign.

The North Carolina Senate race is ranked toss-up by @cookpolitical.com

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Roy Cooper raises $14.5 million last quarter, shattering records

The former North Carolina governor brought in more than double what his likely GOP opponent raised.

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 6d

Gov. Katie Hobbs (D) is one of those political figures who does not have a Bluesky account yet.

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Meet Katie - Katie Hobbs for Governor

ROOTED IN THE COPPER STATE Born and raised in Arizona, Katie Hobbs has spent her life fighting for the people of this state—and she’s never been afraid to tackle hard challenges head-on. Growing up in...

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 6d

Rep. David Schweikert (R, AZ-1) is vacating his House seat to run for governor.

Center for Politics says:

“Gov. Katie Hobbs (D) has gotten some minor opposition but remains overwhelmingly favored for renomination. Our Toss-up rating for the race stands.”

centerforpolitics.org/crystalball

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 7d

www.mikiesherrill.com

Mikie Sherrill for Governor

U.S. Naval Academy graduate, Navy helicopter pilot, former federal prosecutor, wife, and mother of four kids – Mikie Sherrill is running for governor to make life easier and more affordable for Garden...

www.mikiesherrill.com

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 7d

Mikie Sherrill (D) is leading Republican Jack Ciattarelli in the New Jersey gubernatorial race… according to Fox News.

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 8d

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Abigail Spanberger for Governor

Abigail Spanberger is running for Governor to get things done for Virginia. She has built a reputation for bringing people together...

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 8d

“Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger has opened a double-digit lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears in Virginia’s governor’s race, according to a new Emerson College Polling/The Hill survey…”

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New poll: Spanberger takes 10-point lead, makes gains with younger voters in Va. governor's race • Virginia Mercury

Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger has opened a double-digit lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears in Virginia’s governor’s race, according to a new Emerson College Polling/The Hill survey that ...

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 9d

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Abigail Spanberger for Governor

Abigail Spanberger is running for Governor to get things done for Virginia. She has built a reputation for bringing people together...

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 9d

www.mikiesherrill.com

Mikie Sherrill for Governor

U.S. Naval Academy graduate, Navy helicopter pilot, former federal prosecutor, wife, and mother of four kids – Mikie Sherrill is running for governor to make life easier and more affordable for Garden...

www.mikiesherrill.com

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 9d

The Virginia gubernatorial election is November 4.

Democrats in all 50 states can support Abigail Spanberger's campaign.

Abigail Spanberger @abigailspanberger.com · 9d

Trump is now using the government shutdown to push more mass layoffs — further damaging Virginia’s economy.

That’s an egregious attack on Virginia jobs.

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 9d

The New Jersey gubernatorial election is November 4.

Democrats in all 50 states can support Mikie Sherrill's campaign.

Mikie Sherrill @mikiesherrill.bsky.social · 9d

The Trump administration's attacks on Gateway Tunnel funding are an attack on New Jersey's economy, commuters, and nearly 100,000 jobs.

And still, Jack refuses to stand up to Donald Trump.

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 10d

For daily updates on these Toss-Up races, follow us at bsky.app/profile/winn...

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 11d

Congratulations, Jonathan.

Schweikert's departure should be a boost to your campaign.

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 11d

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 11d

Republican-held seat AZ-01 is ranked TOSS-UP. But incumbent David Schweikert (R) is stepping down to run for governor (which is also ranked TOSS-UP).

The loss of the Republican incumbent could improve the Democrat’s chances of flipping this seat in 2026.

www.politico.com/news/2025/09...

Schweikert to launch campaign for Arizona governor

“I've grown to believe Washington ... is unsavable," the longtime House lawmaker said. "I do believe Arizona is savable."

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 11d

The current Democratic candidates for AZ-01 are Jonathan Treble, Marlene Galan-Woods, Mark Robert Gordon, Rick McCartney and Amish Shah.

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 11d

Republican-held seat AZ-01 is ranked TOSS-UP. But incumbent David Schweikert (R) is stepping down to run for governor (which is also ranked TOSS-UP).

The loss of the Republican incumbent could improve the Democrat’s chances of flipping this seat in 2026.

www.politico.com/news/2025/09...

Schweikert to launch campaign for Arizona governor

“I've grown to believe Washington ... is unsavable," the longtime House lawmaker said. "I do believe Arizona is savable."

www.politico.com

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Winnable Democratic Races @winnabledemraces.bsky.social · 12d

The current Democratic candidates are Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez; Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley; state Sen. Kelda Roys; and state Rep. Francesca Hong.

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