Massachusetts 2018: John Kerry for governor?

[Mister Mets]

He's older than most Governors, and might not want to end his political career losing a race for statewide office after being Secretary of State.

For Democrats this would be a matter of replacing a competent well-regarded Governor. If it works, there are some advantages in being able to control redistricting, but that's a minor advantage in Massachusetts. Should Baker be elected to a second term, he'll be 66 at the end, more likely to retire or serve in a presidential cabinet than to do anything else.

If Baker's vulnerable for whatever reason, it would make more sense for Democrats to use the opportunity to have someone younger become Governor, as that person would have a shot of some form of national significance.