2018 Governor's Race

Stories and segments about the 2018 Massachusetts governor's race.

Republican Gov. Charlie Baker acknowledges applause from supporters during an election night rally Tuesday in Boston. (Winslow Townson/AP)

Mass. Gov. Baker Wins Re-Election

The popular Republican incumbent has easily fended off a challenge from Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jay Gonzalez.

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02:59Nov 6, 2018

Republican Gov. Charlie Baker, left, speaks with voters in Lowell the day before the election. Meanwhile, Jay Gonzalez, the Democratic challenger, talks to voters in Somerville. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Photos: Baker And Gonzalez's Final Campaign Day Before The Election

Gonzalez paid a visit to Diesel Coffee Shop in Somerville's Davis Square, while Baker spoke with patrons at Four Sisters Owl Diner in Lowell.

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Nov 5, 2018

Baker And Gonzalez Hit The Road For Last Minute Votes

Charlie Baker and Jay Gonzalez spent the last weekend before Election Day drumming up support across the state.

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03:08Nov 5, 2018

Democratic challenger Jay Gonzalez, right, makes a point during a debate with Republican Gov. Charles Baker Thursday in Needham. (Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via AP, Pool)

Baker And Gonzalez Meet In Final Debate

In their final debate, the two men running for governor made their case for why Massachusetts voters should choose them.

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03:48Nov 2, 2018

Charlie Baker, left, and Jay Gonzalez (composite photo)

WATCH: Final Governor's Debate

Republican Gov. Charlie Baker and his Democratic challenger, Jay Gonzalez, faced off in their third and final debate -- just days before Election Day.

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Nov 1, 2018

Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jay Gonzalez, left, and Republican Gov. Charlie Baker (AP)

WBUR Poll: Just Days Before Election, Baker Keeps Big Lead Over Gonzalez

The margin remains sizable: 68 percent for Gov. Charlie Baker, 25 percent for Jay Gonzalez.

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03:55Nov 1, 2018

2016 voters in line outside East Boston High School (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

Voter Guide: Massachusetts Election

Here's a guide to notable contested races in the state.

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Oct 30, 2018

Taxes Mark A Key Dividing Line Between Gonzalez And Baker

Jay Gonzalez isn't shy when talking about the need for new taxes. With a few exceptions, Gov. Charlie Baker has held off raising new revenues.

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04:47Oct 25, 2018

President Trump's shadow is shown on an American flag as he speaks before signing an executive order in Charlotte, N.C. on Aug. 31, 2018. (Chuck Burton/AP)

Even In Massachusetts, The Midterms Are All About Trump

President Trump is casting a long shadow over hundreds of political contests across the country, including the governor's race and Senate race in Massachusetts.

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05:21Oct 24, 2018

Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Gov. Charlie Baker (Steven Senne/AP, Jesse Costa/WBUR)

In Top Mass. Races, Incumbents Raise Far More In Campaign Cash Than Challengers

Those already in power have demonstrated the ability to rake in millions more than their challengers in campaign donations, regardless of party.

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Oct 20, 2018

3 In 10 Likely Mass. Voters Plan To Vote For Both Warren And Baker

And those voters look more like Warren voters than Baker voters, Rich Parr writes

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Oct 18, 2018

Republican Gov. Charlie Baker, right, and Democratic challenger Jay Gonzalez wait to be introduced prior to a televised debate at the studios of WBGH-TV in Boston on Wednesday. (Meredith Nierman/WGBH-TV via AP, Pool)

Gonzalez Hits Baker For The Governor's Backing Of GOP Senate Candidate Diehl

It was the most contentious moment in the televised gubernatorial debate.

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04:01Oct 18, 2018

Democratic candidate for governor Jay Gonzalez (Michael Dwyer/AP)

Gonzalez Pitches 'Bold Vision' On Education With Few Specifics

If elected governor, the Democrat is proposing big initiatives: universal access to high quality preschool and childcare, debt-free college tuition at public colleges and an endowment tax.

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04:12Oct 17, 2018

After Failed Charter School Expansion, Baker Focuses On Small-Scale Education Initiatives

Gov. Charlie Baker focused the first two years of his term on expanding charter schools in Massachusetts. When that failed, Baker shifted much of his attention to other smaller programs...

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05:15Oct 17, 2018

Baker, Gonzalez Meet In Energy And Environmental Issues Forum

On Thursday, Republican Gov. Charlie Baker and Democratic challenger Jay Gonzalez met at the Museum of Science for a forum that focused on energy and environmental issues.

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07:10Oct 12, 2018

How The 2 Candidates For Governor Compare On Environmental Issues

Massachusetts environmental politics and policies take center stage at a gubernatorial forum.

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08:32Oct 11, 2018

Baker, Gonzalez Trade Jabs At First Gubernatorial Debate

On Tuesday night, Gov. Charlie Baker and Democratic challenger Jay Gonzalez met for the first of their three debates before Election Day.

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04:11Oct 10, 2018

Jay Gonzalez celebrates victory over Bob Massie in the Massachusetts Democratic gubernatorial primary. (Michael Dwyer/AP)

Struggling With Name Recognition, Jay Gonzalez Chases Charlie Baker

With Election Day just weeks away, Jay Gonzalez struggles with visibility.

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06:02Sep 28, 2018

Gov. Charlie Baker addresses the Massachusetts Republican Convention at the DCU Center in Worcester. (Winslow Townson/AP)

Baker Holds Commanding Lead Over Gonzalez In WBUR Poll

The poll finds that of the Democrats surveyed, most would vote for Republican Gov. Charlie Baker.

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03:38Sep 26, 2018

Republican candidate for governor Scott Lively addresses the Massachusetts Republican Convention at the DCU Center in Worcester in April. (Winslow Townson/AP)

Scott Lively's 'Surprising' Vote Totals Signal Some Mass. GOPers Will Align With The Far-Right To Ditch Baker

As expected, Gov. Charlie Baker coasted to a win in Tuesday's primary. But what wasn't expected was that his far-right challenger would nab 36 percent of the vote.

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03:38Sep 6, 2018

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Mass. Gov. Baker Wins Re-Election

Photos: Baker And Gonzalez's Final Campaign Day Before The Election

Baker And Gonzalez Hit The Road For Last Minute Votes

Baker And Gonzalez Meet In Final Debate

WATCH: Final Governor's Debate

WBUR Poll: Just Days Before Election, Baker Keeps Big Lead Over Gonzalez

Voter Guide: Massachusetts Election

Taxes Mark A Key Dividing Line Between Gonzalez And Baker

Even In Massachusetts, The Midterms Are All About Trump

In Top Mass. Races, Incumbents Raise Far More In Campaign Cash Than Challengers

3 In 10 Likely Mass. Voters Plan To Vote For Both Warren And Baker

Gonzalez Hits Baker For The Governor's Backing Of GOP Senate Candidate Diehl

Gonzalez Pitches 'Bold Vision' On Education With Few Specifics

After Failed Charter School Expansion, Baker Focuses On Small-Scale Education Initiatives

Baker, Gonzalez Meet In Energy And Environmental Issues Forum

How The 2 Candidates For Governor Compare On Environmental Issues

Baker, Gonzalez Trade Jabs At First Gubernatorial Debate

Struggling With Name Recognition, Jay Gonzalez Chases Charlie Baker

Baker Holds Commanding Lead Over Gonzalez In WBUR Poll

Scott Lively's 'Surprising' Vote Totals Signal Some Mass. GOPers Will Align With The Far-Right To Ditch Baker