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Parson’s Staunch Opposition to Medicaid Expansion Leaves Vulnerable Missourians In Health Care-Desert As Global Pandemic Closes In

Missouri Fifth In Nation For Rural Hospital Closures Since 2010 Even as critical rural hospitals closed across the state, GOP Gov. Mike Parson has been unwavering in his opposition to Medicaid expansion. Now as coronavirus cases rise, the governor’s failure to save Missouri’s rural hospitals threatens the lives of even more Missourians. Since 2010, Missouri…

ICYMI: MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow Applauds Democratic Governors For Taking Early Action on COVID-19

On MSNBC Wednesday night, Rachel Maddow praised leaders like Washington Gov. Jay Inslee and California Gov. Gavin Newsom who “grabbed the curve early and decisively and bent it forcefully down.” She said, “They are doing better than they otherwise would have, better than they prepared for.” This preparation has resulted in states that locked down…

Every State, Every Vote: Superior Court Blocks Chris Sununu’s Attempt to Infringe on Granite Staters’ Fundamental Right to Vote

On Thursday, a superior court judge ruled against New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu’s 2017 law that required new voters to present onerous paperwork to prove New Hampshire residency or face penalties saying it would have created confusion, caused long lines at the polls, and particularly burdened low income and young voters. Judge David Anderson rejected…

Govs On Deck – April 10, 2020

Govs on Deck Apr 10, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 10, 2020

Good Friday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck” – the one thing keeping me aware of what day of the week it is. We’re still here, we’re still daily, and we hope you are all safe and healthy. Questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter…

Govs On Deck – April 9, 2020

Govs on Deck Apr 09, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 9, 2020

Good Thursday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck” – the one thing keeping me aware of what day of the week it is. We’re still here, we’re still daily, and we hope you are all safe and healthy. Questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter…

Govs On Deck – April 8, 2020

Govs on Deck Apr 08, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 8, 2020

Good Wednesday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck” – the one thing keeping me aware of what day of the week it is. We’re still here, we’re still daily, and we hope you are all safe and healthy. Questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter…

DGA Releases New Video, “Leading”

Today, the Democratic Governors Association released a new video, “Leading.” Democratic governors are leading the nation through the COVID-19 pandemic. They’re listening to public health experts and making the tough choices to protect their constituents and slow the spread of the coronavirus. The national media has taken notice, releasing countless pieces on the impressive…

Govs On Deck – April 7, 2020

Govs on Deck Apr 07, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 7, 2020

Good Tuesday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” We’re still here, we’re still daily, and we hope you are all safe and healthy. Questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, @JerusalemDemsas, and @andersonkayjay. A different sort of week: Because of the quickly evolving situation, we…

Frustration Over Parson’s Failures Hits the Breaking Point

Mike Parson Ranked 49th of 50 Governors For His Response to Coronavirus Microsoft News released a poll this weekend showing Missouri Gov. Mike Parson tied for second-to-last in governor approval ratings on handling the COVID-19 pandemic. Parson earned a measly 53%, scoring well below the average rating of 72%. We’re not surprised – Parson has…

“Weak and Spineless”: Ron DeSantis Ranked Second-To-Last For His Handling of the Coronavirus Pandemic

A Microsoft News poll shows Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis tied for second-to-last in approval ratings on governors’ handling of the coronavirus crisis. DeSantis received a mere 53% compared to the average rating of 72%. The poll showed that the lowest rated governors, like DeSantis, were the ones who were slowest to act. It’s clear Americans…

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Parson’s Staunch Opposition to Medicaid Expansion Leaves Vulnerable Missourians In Health Care-Desert As Global Pandemic Closes In

ICYMI: MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow Applauds Democratic Governors For Taking Early Action on COVID-19

Every State, Every Vote: Superior Court Blocks Chris Sununu’s Attempt to Infringe on Granite Staters’ Fundamental Right to Vote

Govs On Deck – April 10, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 9, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 8, 2020

DGA Releases New Video, “Leading”

Govs On Deck – April 7, 2020

Frustration Over Parson’s Failures Hits the Breaking Point

“Weak and Spineless”: Ron DeSantis Ranked Second-To-Last For His Handling of the Coronavirus Pandemic