Modified make a map between you and the previous two posters....

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

President TNF (D-KY)
Pastor Scott (D-CT)
MilesC56 (D-LA)

President TNF (D-KY) is challenged by Pastor Scott (D-CT) and No Labels advocate Miles (D-LA).  Scott, whose economic views were often criticized for having neoliberal leanings (which he himself denounced) offered a moderate alternative to the current president's socialistic proposals, which at the time were constantly being blocked by Congress.  Miles attacked TNF for endangering state economies with his support for anti-coal measures.  In the end, TNF prevails, though the primary proves to be a big loss to his momentum for the national election.

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

Senator Guntaker of Massachusetts was elected in what many perceived to be a mandate for the Democrats.  Unfortunately, a weak economy and a presidency dominated by the divisive issue of gun control led many to doubt his reelection prospects.  Though he was favored to win renomination, the apathy of the party inspired Congressman Scott of Connecticut and Governor Adam C. Fitzgerald of Ohio to challenge him for the nomination.  Both were equally critical of Guntaker using too much of his presidency to pass gun control, yet each offered a different vision for economic reform.

With much struggle, President Guntaker was able to best FitzGerald and Scott to win renomination.