In Pennsylvania’s 2026 governor race, Democrat Josh Shapiro is expected to seek re-election, while Republican Stacy Garrity has officially announced her candidacy. Doug Mastriano is also considering a run.
Here’s a detailed look at the current field:
🟦 Democratic Candidate
- Josh Shapiro (Incumbent Governor) Shapiro was elected in 2022 with 56.5% of the vote. He has not formally announced his re-election campaign but is widely expected to run. He currently enjoys a 60% approval rating among Pennsylvania voters.
🟥 Republican Candidates
- Stacy Garrity (State Treasurer) Garrity is the endorsed Republican candidate and has officially launched her campaign. She previously won statewide office in 2020 and is seen as a strong contender.
- Doug Mastriano (State Senator) Mastriano, who lost to Shapiro in 2022, has not yet announced but is considering another run. He maintains grassroots support but faces skepticism within the GOP.
Other potential Republican candidates, such as State Sen. Scott Martin, have not ruled out entering the race.
RJ HARRIS SHOW:
RJ Harris joined by Jim Lee to break down the latest polling numbers.
Insights from Jim Lee
- Lee emphasized that Shapiro’s bipartisan appeal and strong performance during his first term are driving his high approval ratings.
- He noted that Stacy Garrity, the endorsed Republican candidate, is gaining name recognition but still trails significantly.
- Doug Mastriano, despite grassroots support, faces resistance from moderate voters and GOP leadership.
Jim Lee is the founder and president of Susquehanna Polling & Research, a prominent Pennsylvania-based polling firm known for its political and public opinion research. He’s recognized nationally for his accuracy in battleground state polling.
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