Republican in Deep-Blue State Takes Massive Lead – Schumer In FULL PANIC
In the race for a U.S. Senate seat from Maryland—a traditionally Democratic stronghold—ex-Maryland Governor and Republican Larry Hogan has surprisingly taken a significant lead, according to a recent poll.
This information comes from a "Washington Post-University of Maryland" survey, which shows Hogan ahead of potential Democratic rivals by a considerable margin. In theoretical matchups, Hogan leads over Congressman David Trone by 49% to 37% and over Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks by 50% to 36%, as reported by Politico.
The survey, conducted between March 5 and March 12 with 1,004 registered voters from Maryland, reveals a preference for Democratic Senate control among 55% of participants, with only 35% favoring Republicans. Politico notes that despite the favorable polling for Hogan, his path to victory could face hurdles not reflected in these direct comparisons.
Hogan's surge in popularity is attributed to his broad recognition in Maryland, achieved during his tenure as governor, and his appeal across party lines, including to Democratic voters. He is celebrated for his bipartisan approach during his governance.
According to the survey, 64% of voters view Hogan favorably, including 61% of registered Democrats. In contrast, Trone and Alsobrooks are viewed favorably by 33% and 26% of voters, respectively, with a significant number of respondents having no opinion on them.
In a separate but related development, California's U.S. Senate race for November has seen Democratic Congressman Adam Schiff and Republican Steve Garvey emerge as frontrunners. Schiff and his progressive counterpart, Rep. Barbara Lee, overshadowed Rep. Katie Porter, paving the way for Garvey's unconventional campaign.
This election aims to fill the seat left vacant by the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Although Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to Feinstein's seat, Butler opted not to run in the upcoming election.
Garvey, a former Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman and part of the 1981 World Series-winning team, has expressed a desire to restore California's vibrancy. In a conversation with Fox News, he emphasized his commitment to representing the entire state, critiquing his opponents for their partial focus.
Reflecting on his inability to find a candidate who shared his values, Garvey decided to explore a Senate run himself. His campaign efforts include statewide engagement and discussions with trusted political figures.
With a career spanning over two decades in professional baseball, Garvey draws parallels between sports and political teamwork, underscoring leadership, dedication, and passion. He has pledged to initiate outreach to every senator to build rapport, should he win the election.
Garvey laments the current state of California, describing it as a "murmur" compared to its once vibrant "heartbeat." He attributes this decline to economic struggles and safety concerns faced by Californians, emphasizing the financial pressures of inflation on households.