The NPR Politics Podcast A Look At Key Senate, Governor's Races In Arizona And Georgia
Feb 15, 2022
The discussion revolves around the intense Senate and gubernatorial races in Arizona and Georgia. Biden's declining popularity could spell trouble for Democrats as they navigate these critical elections. The Arizona governor's race is particularly contentious, with frontrunner Katie Hobbs facing Trump-backed opponents. Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, Democratic hopeful Josh Shapiro's fundraising prowess positions him favorably against GOP contenders. The challenges for Republicans, influenced by Trump's narrative, add another layer of complexity to these key contests.
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Arizona Governor's Race: Democratic Front-runner
- Arizona's Democratic gubernatorial primary frontrunner is Secretary of State Katie Hobbs.
- Hobbs gained recognition for criticizing the Maricopa County election audit.
Arizona Governor's Race: Republican Candidates
- Trump endorsed Kari Lake, bolstering her early lead in Arizona's Republican gubernatorial primary.
- Other candidates include Matt Salmon, who criticizes Lake, and self-funded contenders like Karen Taylor Robson.
Arizona Senate Race Overview
- Democrat Mark Kelly holds a significant fundraising lead in the Arizona Senate race.
- Kelly faces Republican challengers like Blake Masters, backed by Peter Thiel, and Mark Brnovich.