For 2023 Gubernatorial races, Democrats are looking at:

This is current as of 04/18/23. A lot can change before the election and this will be updated accordingly.

The Incumbent

*Source: guides.loc.gov

Gov. Beshear was reelected 11/07/23. More from NPR.

The Open Seat

Shawn Wilson looks to be the front-runner Democrat for the seat.(1)(2)  Current Governor John Bel Edwards (D) is term-limited and can't run again. Louisiana Governors can serve for two consecutive 4-year terms, with no overall term limits.*

*Source: guides.loc.gov

Republican Jeff Landry defeated Democratic front-runner Shawn Wilson 10/14/23. More from NPR.

The Challenger

There are some excellent candidates being mentioned in some information channels. This will be updated accordingly as the election draws closer.

The Democratic primary for Mississippi Governor will be held on August 8th, 2023.

Republican Gov. Reeves was reelected over Democrat Brandon Pressley 11/07/23. More from NPR.