“2 of the Most Effective Democrats of the Midterms Aren't on the Ballot”

Key points

• Pete Buttigieg and Raphael Warnock are two of the most in-demand Democratic campaign boosters.
• Warnock has campaigned in multiple early-state and swing states including SC, NV, NH, NC, MI, WI.
• Buttigieg has traveled to 38 states this year, campaigning for over 70 candidates.
• Analysts say both appeal to centrist voters and energize activists beyond base support.
• Their activity foreshadows potential implications for 2028 presidential considerations.