VA: LG. Northam planning on running for Governor

[Miles]

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[Free Bird]

Watch him repeat history and be primaried by a far left loon

[Türkisblau]

Met him a month or two ago. Probably one of the most humble and down to earth politicians I've ever met.
 
He'd made a great governor and we're hoping to make him the 21st vote in the Senate up until he takes office

[Senate Minority Leader Lord Voldemort]

Is there a one term limit for LG and AG in Virginia?

[moderatevoter]

Is there a one term limit for LG and AG in Virginia?

No. Bolling was LG for two terms (under both Kaine and McDonnell).

[Lief 🗽]

Herring should just run for re-election as AG then.

[Maxwell]

I would be okay with Governor Northam, but I'm sure the Dems would much rather have Herring.

[Zioneer]

I'd prefer Herring running, but good to know that VA Dems won't be caught flatfooted without a candidate, I guess.

[Vega]

It's good to see they have options in 2017. That being said, currently I'm supporting Northam.

[MATTROSE94]

I doubt that the Democrats can hold onto the VA governorship in 2017, as the Republicans have a decent bench of candidates such as Ed Gillespie, Bill Bolling and Barbara Comstock. In addition, Hillary Clinton's Presidency could likely be facing a backlash by then that could hurt the Democrats chances down the ballot.

While we are still on the subject of the 2017 Gubernatorial races, I think that the Democrats will easily pick up the NJ governorship in 2017 regardless of Hillary Clinton's popularity. Much like the VA Republicans, the NJ Democrats have a strong bench of candidates such as Steve Fulop, Frank Pallone and Steve Sweeney. In addition, Chris Christie's popularity might still be low in 2017, so the Democrats can use that as a campaign issue and tie whoever the Republicans nominate to him.

[Vega]

In addition, Chris Christie's popularity might still be low in 2017, so the Democrats can use that as a campaign issue and tie whoever the Republicans nominate to him.

If the near constant drip of scandals continue, it will be low.

[Maxwell]

Who do the Republicans really have in New Jersey that would be acceptable Gubernatorial candidates? My guess is Steven Fulop takes it.

[MATTROSE94]

Who do the Republicans really have in New Jersey that would be acceptable Gubernatorial candidates? My guess is Steven Fulop takes it.

The only Republican candidate who is strong enough win the nomination is Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno, but her scandals are just as bad as Chris Christie's are and her record as Lieutenant Governor is weak at best. In the end, I would expect Steven Fulop to defeat her handily, maybe with over 60% of the vote.

[Türkisblau]

I'd prefer Herring running, but good to know that VA Dems won't be caught flatfooted without a candidate, I guess.

I strongly doubt a Herring run happening, although he could be a good option considering the crucial NoVA vote, however Hampton Roads Northam can connect to (and we're often ignored).

Whatever the circumstances, I really don't think there will be any primary battle as VA Dems will need unity to win come 2017. I only see Herring running for reelection at this point which would set him up perfectly for 2021 as we all know how good of a springboard position AG is.

[windjammer]

I would prefer Herring too. Democrats might gain a seat in the senate for the next state senate elections, Northam running for reelection would have made sure that he would still have the tie breaking vote.

[Suburbia]

Cuccinelli will run again in 2017 I think. He won't get far though.