Democratic governors raise record $71.5 million in donations

The Democratic Governors Association (DGA) raised a record $71.5 million in revenue from fundraising and donations last year.

In an exclusive, Axios announced that "Last year's fundraising from the DGA represented a 66% increase from 2019, the last comparable year."

Thanks to the record number, it was possible to "hold a seat in Kentucky"

According to the outlet, "The overturning of Roe v. Wade and efforts to change voting laws since 2020 have put a spotlight on the importance of state leaders. Democrats have seized on the issues, and see an opportunity to get even with Republicans who have long dominated at the state level."

Axios revealed that thanks to the record number, it was possible to "hold a seat in Kentucky and build momentum into 2024":

Democrats also managed to win three governorships in Arizona, Maryland and Massachusetts in 2022.

Axios claimed that "Democrats have set their sights on the New Hampshire gubernatorial race this year as another pickup opportunity." It also pointed out that "they're seeking to retain power in North Carolina and Washington state, where their incumbents will not be running for re-election."