# Healey Leads Minogue in Massachusetts Race

> Healey leads Minogue by 22 points in Massachusetts governor race despite Republican campaign struggles.
- Title: Healey Leads Minogue in Massachusetts Race · The Boston Globe
- Summary: Healey leads Minogue by 22 points in Massachusetts governor race despite Republican campaign struggles. Maura Healey leads Mike Minogue by 22 points in…
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- Source: The Boston Globe — https://bostonglobe.com/2026/10/20/metro/healey-minogue-governor-race-poll
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## Poll Shows Healey Lead
A new Globe/Suffolk poll shows Maura Healey leading Mike Minogue by 22 points in the Massachusetts governor race.
## Minogue's Weak Support
Minogue has only 32 percent support with a small undecided group after a $6.1 million ad campaign.
## Shawn Oliver Charged
Shawn Oliver, Minogue's running mate, was charged with operating under the influence after hitting five parked cars.
## Oliver Suspended Campaign
Minogue asked Oliver to suspend his campaign for lieutenant governor, but he remains on the November ballot.
## Healey's Approval Rating
35.4 percent of voters say Healey has done worse than expected as governor, while 34.2 percent say better.
## Minogue's Campaign Struggles
Minogue has spent millions but few voters know him well, with little public engagement.
## Race Window Closing
The window for Minogue to challenge Healey may already be closed due to low Republican support.
## Key takeaway

Maura Healey leads Mike Minogue by 22 points in Massachusetts governor race with low Republican support.