Americans have elected only 3 Black governors. This year, 8 major party candidates are on the ballot
Across 250 years, only three elected governors out of thousands have been Black - all Democrats and all men, including current Maryland Gov. Wes Moore.
In the span of 250 years, only three Black governors have been elected in the United States, all of whom were Democrats and men. The current governor of Maryland, Wes Moore, is among these three. This historical rarity contrasts with the current political landscape where multiple candidates are vying for governorships.
- Only three Black governors have been elected in 250 years.
- All elected Black governors have been Democrats and men.
- Current Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is one of the three Black governors.
- Eight major party candidates are currently on the ballot for governor.
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