Project 2028: Democratic Presidential Candidates

Kamala Harris

Vice President of the United States

Biography

Kamala Harris is the current Vice President of the United States, serving alongside President Joe Biden. Prior to her vice presidency, she served as a U.S. Senator from California and as Attorney General of California. Her career has been marked by a focus on criminal justice reform and civil rights.

Recent Headlines

Harris announces new federal investments in small business programs.
Vice President Harris travels to Southeast Asia to strengthen diplomatic ties.
Harris leads White House task force on voting rights.

Notable Quotes

"My mother would look at me and she'd say, 'Kamala, you may be the first to do many things, but make sure you are not the last.'"

"The American dream belongs to all of us."

"There is no vaccine for racism. We've got to do the work."

Gavin Newsom

Governor of California

Biography

Gavin Newsom is the 40th Governor of California, a position he has held since 2019. A prominent figure in the Democratic Party, he previously served as Lieutenant Governor of California and Mayor of San Francisco. His governorship has focused on issues like climate change, homelessness, and education.

Recent Headlines

Newsom unveils ambitious plan to combat climate change in California.
California budget surplus leads to new social program spending under Newsom.
Governor Newsom signs legislation to expand affordable housing.

Notable Quotes

"The future happens here first. California is the bastion of the possible."

"We are not victims of fate. We are masters of our own destiny."

"You have to be willing to take risks, to be willing to fail, and to be willing to get back up again."

Gretchen Whitmer

Governor of Michigan

Biography

Gretchen Whitmer is the 49th Governor of Michigan, serving since 2019. Known for her focus on infrastructure with the slogan "Fix the damn roads," she has also prioritized healthcare and education. She previously served in both the Michigan House of Representatives and the Michigan Senate.

Recent Headlines

Whitmer announces major infrastructure investment plan for Michigan.
Governor Whitmer signs bipartisan education budget into law.
Michigan's job growth a key focus of Whitmer's economic agenda.

Notable Quotes

"We may have different parties, but we are all Michiganders first."

"Tough times don't last, but tough people do."

"Action is the only way to move forward."

Jared Polis

Governor of Colorado

Biography

Jared Polis is the 43rd Governor of Colorado, an entrepreneur, and a philanthropist. Before his governorship, he represented Colorado's 2nd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. As governor, he has focused on early childhood education, renewable energy, and lowering healthcare costs.

Recent Headlines

Polis champions Colorado's transition to renewable energy sources.
Governor Polis signs bill for free full-day kindergarten across the state.
Colorado ranked as one of the top state economies under Polis's leadership.

Notable Quotes

"In Colorado, we see our diversity as a strength."

"We need to think big and be bold."

"The role of government is to create a framework for people to succeed."

J. B. Pritzker

Governor of Illinois

Biography

J. B. Pritzker, a businessman and philanthropist, is the 43rd Governor of Illinois. Since taking office in 2019, he has signed bills to legalize recreational cannabis, expand gambling, and raise the minimum wage. He has made balancing the state's budget and investing in infrastructure key priorities.

Recent Headlines

Pritzker signs a balanced budget, earning Illinois a credit rating upgrade.
Governor Pritzker launches "Rebuild Illinois" infrastructure plan.
Illinois becomes a focal point for reproductive rights under Pritzker.

Notable Quotes

"Optimism is a moral choice, and it is a choice that has powered this state."

"We are a state that is embracing the future."

"Fiscal responsibility is the foundation upon which we can build a better future."

Andy Beshear

Governor of Kentucky

Biography

Andy Beshear is the 63rd Governor of Kentucky, serving since 2019. Prior to being elected governor, he served as the Attorney General of Kentucky. His tenure as governor has been marked by his response to natural disasters and a focus on economic development and job creation in the state.

Recent Headlines

Beshear leads Kentucky's response to historic flooding and tornadoes.
Kentucky announces record economic investment and job growth.
Governor Beshear expands access to healthcare for Kentuckians.

Notable Quotes

"My faith teaches me that we are all our brother's and our sister's keeper."

"In Kentucky, we look out for our neighbors."

"We are one team, Team Kentucky."

Wes Moore

Governor of Maryland

Biography

Wes Moore is the 63rd Governor of Maryland and the state's first African American governor. He is also a combat veteran, bestselling author, and former CEO of an anti-poverty organization. His administration is focused on creating economic opportunity and building safer communities.

Recent Headlines

Moore administration launches new initiatives to combat child poverty.
Governor Moore prioritizes Maryland's role in green energy.
Wes Moore outlines public safety plan for Baltimore.

Notable Quotes

"Leave no one behind. That is the mission."

"Our responsibility is not just to the present, but to the future."

"Patriotism and public service are not a partisan issue."

Roy Cooper

Governor of North Carolina

Biography

Roy Cooper is the 75th Governor of North Carolina, serving since 2017. He previously served as the state's Attorney General. As governor, he has focused on improving public education, creating clean energy jobs, and expanding access to affordable healthcare. He has often worked with a Republican-led legislature.

Recent Headlines

Cooper vetoes controversial legislation, citing harm to public schools.
North Carolina attracts major tech and manufacturing jobs under Cooper.
Governor Cooper advocates for Medicaid expansion in the state.

Notable Quotes

"We need to make sure that our economy works for everyone, not just those at the top."

"A good education is the foundation for a successful life."

"Common sense and compromise are not partisan values."

Phil Murphy

Governor of New Jersey

Biography

Phil Murphy is the 56th Governor of New Jersey. Before entering politics, he had a successful career in finance. Since becoming governor in 2018, he has focused on a progressive agenda, including raising the minimum wage, investing in clean energy, and expanding pre-K education.

Recent Headlines

Murphy signs legislation making New Jersey a leader in offshore wind energy.
New Jersey's public schools ranked number one in the nation.
Governor Murphy expands state-level child tax credits.

Notable Quotes

"We are building a stronger and fairer New Jersey that works for every family."

"An economy that is innovative is an economy that is inclusive."

"We believe in science, we believe in facts, and we believe in the truth."

Cory Booker

U.S. Senator from New Jersey

Biography

Cory Booker is a U.S. Senator from New Jersey, a position he has held since 2013. He was previously the Mayor of Newark. Known for his optimistic and unifying political style, Booker is a vocal advocate for criminal justice reform, economic equality, and environmental justice.

Recent Headlines

Booker introduces bipartisan bill aimed at lowering food prices.
Senator Booker advocates for federal investment in infrastructure.
Cory Booker champions legislation to reform the criminal justice system.

Notable Quotes

"Hope is the active conviction that despair will not have the final word."

"Patriotism is love of country. But you can't love your country without loving your countrymen and countrywomen."

"The lines that divide us are not as strong as the ties that bind us."