Why doesn't the media talk more about Gretchen Whitmer?

[Yavin4]

This is a Democrat that has won twice in a true swing state, not some banana republic posing as a state. Yet, all we hear Ron DeSantis-this and Ron DeSantis-that.

We ain’t even about to stress, we still got Big Gretch:

[Doc Sportello]

1. She also stood strong against a kidnapping/murder threat

And wasn't afraid to run for re-election in a state with a share of crazy right win gun nuts. And she doesn't dress like a Dallas Cowboy cheerleader.

[Claustrum]

2. MSNBC did the last 2 days.

Comparing her to what DeSantis did in FL. But yeah, outside of that, it's been silence about her even though she did what DeSantis did in FL.

[onetexan]

17. They talked about her this morning as well. I don't watch other networks so don't know but on msnbc

she's been highly praised for her success & lifting all MI Dems tickets with her. No question Gov Whitmer is a force to be reckoned with, they all know it and the right know it. She is the future of the Dem party and a bulwark for women's rights as she continues to lead by example.

[Xoan]

3. Not enough tidbits of nonsense for the Morning Joe types.

[CTyankee]

11. I don't know what a "Morning Joe" type is. I watch it as I am waking up and having my first cup of

coffee and I don't find them obnoxious. I think Mika had a lot to do with that. I thought her banning Kelly Anne Conway ("alternative facts&quot was a great move. She used her power wisely. And they talk now about "bothside-ism" quite frequently.

[snowybirdie]

4. I agree

She's great. But Biden is intending to run. So talk of other democrats running is divisive at this time. If he decides to step down, another story altogether. Great to see new candidates in the wings though.

[deRien]

5. because she is

a Democrat and a woman...

[maxsolomon]

21. Because she is competent and doesn't make Drama.

I recognize that's redundant.

[sop]

6. DeSantis is corporate media's Annointed One.

[niyad]

7. Because she is a woman, and a Democrat. Unless they can invent, say, nasty

things, the reichwing media will pretend she does not exist.

[modrepub]

8. Because

she doesn't make Democrats overtly mad (like DeSantis) or trigger MAGA Republicans. Our media only seem to be attracted to stories that generate lots of anger. Thus folks like TFG, MTG, Boebert, AOC and the like tend to suck the oxygen out of the room.

[H2O Man]

9. Recommended.

I think she is one of the very best in politics today.

[MiHale]

10. The media and conservatives seem to hate strong women...

Plus she wears leather well. Along with “Dark Brandon” “Big Gretch” will be the face of the Democratic Party resurgence.

[brooklynite]

14. See #13

[Johnny2X2X]

12. She stood up to Trump too

Remember him going after her over Covid? She stood up to him and did a great job.

When those Trump loving terrorists that wanted to execute her were arrested, Trump said nothing, he's such a lowlife.

[brooklynite]

13. Took five seconds to research...

Whitmer vaults into national spotlight with double-digit reelection win

Don't tell DeSantis, Tuesday's big winner was Gretchen Whitmer

Biden Is No Sure Thing for 2024. What About Buttigieg? Harris? Even Whitmer?

Now, perhaps the fact that we have a likely nominee blunts some of the discussion?

[MiHale]

15. She's my Governor...

Follow the articles about her nationally and locally…I stand by my statement about strong women and who they challenge.

[MichMan]

16. Hoping she can now get the 45 cents a gallon gas tax increase she wanted

Now that the Dems hold all three branches in Michigan, the Republicans can't block it any longer.

[Retrograde]

18. They're afraid of her

she's a strong, intelligent, politically savvy woman who doesn't suffer fools gladly. After this victory and given her behavior during the pandemic I think she has a good chance to do what Hillary Clinton couldn't do - win both the popular and the electoral votes for president.

[appalachiablue]

22. +1

[jalan48]

19. She's impressive. She could well be our first female President.

[maxsolomon]

20. If it bleeds, it leads.

Dems make Govt work, they don't spend time creating outrage. The GQP does. Fear sells.