how come presidents can't amass the popularity of governors

[DS0816]

it seems that for gubernatorial offices, a governor, even if of another party that the state normally votes, can achieve immense popularity and wins by margins upward of 65-70 percent. Same thing goes for senator (although to less of an extent).

Could there ever be a presidential equivalent of Phil Bredeson or Chris Christie - someone who can win with solid support, even from those who normally vote the other way?

Interesting.

Have you thought about more?