Americans have elected only 3 Black governors. This year, 8 major party candidates are on the ballot
Summary
Only three Black men have been elected governor in U.S. history, all Democrats, including the current Maryland Governor Wes Moore. In the upcoming November election, there will be eight major party Black candidates running for governor, from both the Democratic and Republican parties.Key Facts
- In 250 years, only three Black men have been elected governor in the U.S.
- All three Black governors have been Democrats.
- Maryland Governor Wes Moore is one of these three.
- Eight Black candidates from major political parties will be on the governor ballot this November.
- These candidates include men and women from both Democratic and Republican parties.
- Florida Republicans nominated U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds as a governor candidate.
- Wes Moore is the current chair of the National Governors Association.
- Moore says his election reflects ongoing challenges in racial equality in the country.
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