Clinton , on the other hand , was preferred by 56 % of Maryland Democrats . Maryland governor laying the groundwork for a presidential run in case Hillary Clinton does n't run . He is odds - on favorite to win the Democratic nomination at the moment . Head - to - head , but dwarfed by Clinton 's name recognition , fundraising prowess . He supported her strongly in 2008 when she lost nomination to Barack Obama .
Maryland governor laying the groundwork for a presidential run in case Hillary Clinton does n't run . He is odds - on favorite to win the Democratic nomination at the moment . Head - to - head , but dwarfed by Clinton 's name recognition , fundraising prowess . He supported her strongly in 2008 when she lost nomination to Barack Obama .