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Extra Fizz: 2012 Governor's Race Called a Toss Up
Governing Magazine—which is probably even nerdier than PubliCola—is handicapping the next round of governor's races
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They've got seven of the 14 races in the Republican column, four in the Democratic column, and three as "toss ups." One of those three: Washington state.
I wouldn't count on state Sen. Brown making a run for it, but in addition to the much-anticipated Rep. Inslee run, we wouldn't be surprised if Constantine makes a go at it too. McKenna, obviously, is the GOP's big hope.
They've got seven of the 14 races in the Republican column, four in the Democratic column, and three as "toss ups." One of those three: Washington state.
10. Washington (D-held). Washington state hasn't elected a Republican governor since John Spellman in 1980, but the GOP is excited about a strong potential candidate for 2012: state Attorney General Rob McKenna. If he runs, as many expect, the race would likely be a tossup. Two-term Democratic Gov. Christine Gregoire would be able to run for a third term if she wishes. If she doesn't, contenders could include Rep. Jay Inslee, King County Executive Dow Constantine or state Senate Majority Leader Lisa Brown.
I wouldn't count on state Sen. Brown making a run for it, but in addition to the much-anticipated Rep. Inslee run, we wouldn't be surprised if Constantine makes a go at it too. McKenna, obviously, is the GOP's big hope.
