Changes for Dem Hopefuls
John Cherry says funding for his potential campaign for governor ‘just wasn’t there’ in bad economy
Lt. Gov. John Cherry, considered the Democratic front-runner to succeed Gov. Jennifer Granholm, said Tuesday he has decided not to enter the race.
Cherry told The Associated Press that he couldn’t raise the money needed to mount a successful campaign.
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Lansing mayor Virg Bernero sounds likely to run for Michigan governor
Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero says he plans to announce soon if he’s getting into the governor’s race, and made that move seem likely.
He said Tuesday in a statement that he’s “prepared to fight to restore Michigan’s economy” and noted many people “seeking bold and new leadership have urged me to run.”
Lt. Gov. John Cherry was seen as the front-runner for the Democratic nomination, but announced Tuesday he was dropping out because he was having trouble raising enough money.