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Coverage dated October 13, 2026

Inside the numbers: Jocelyn Benson leads John James by 7 points in governor's race

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Democrat Jocelyn Benson led Republican John James by 7 percentage points in a recent statewide poll ahead of their second gubernatorial debate.

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  1. Bridge Michigan

    Can John James close the gap on Jocelyn Benson in the Michigan governor’s race? (opens Bridge Michigan)

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    As a national group withdraws financial support for John James, some see ‘echoes of 2022’ for the Republican gubernatorial nominee.

  2. WLNS Lansing

    Inside the numbers: Jocelyn Benson leads John James by 7 points in governor's race (opens WLNS Lansing)

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    Democrat Jocelyn Benson led Republican John James by 7 percentage points in a recent statewide poll ahead of their second gubernatorial debate.