Election Analysis - The Democratic party is experiencing anxiety regarding the electability of women, despite having nominated women in two of the last three presidential elections [1][2][10] - This anxiety is particularly apparent in the New Jersey governor's race, where Representative Mikey Cheryl is ahead in the polls but still being questioned [1][4][5] - Similar concerns surround Abigail Spanberger in Virginia, both being seen as competent centrist candidates [3][5] - Some believe that misogyny within the electorate needs to be confronted, as it may have influenced past elections [7][8][10] Key Candidates - Mikey Cheryl, a centrist nominee in New Jersey, is leading in the polls by five to seven points [1][5][9] - Abigail Spanberger, a former House member and CIA officer in Virginia, is also considered a strong centrist candidate [3][5][9] - Both Cheryl and Spanberger are seen as "national security moms" with strong credentials and broad appeal [3][5] Potential Challenges - The "pundit class miasma" regarding the electability of women may negatively impact perceptions of candidates like Cheryl [2][5] - There is a concern that appealing to "toxic masculinity" could undermine support for female candidates [7] - Black men were specifically targeted by Donald Trump against Kamala Harris, indicating a need to address misogyny within specific demographics [7]