"Mississippi Governor's Race: Democrats Hope for Upset as Brandon Presley Campaigns Statewide"

Brandon Presley, the white Democratic nominee for governor in Mississippi, is hoping to win over Black voters and upset Republican incumbent Tate Reeves. Presley has made outreach to the Black community a core part of his campaign, promising to restore state funding for historically Black colleges and universities and reinvest in the city of Jackson. Mississippi's racially polarized politics make it a challenge for Democrats to win, but Presley's focus on expanding Medicaid and cleaning up corruption in the state capitol has resonated with voters across party lines. While Reeves remains the favorite, Presley's efforts have garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans, and national Democrats have contributed significant funds to his campaign.