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Govs On Deck – March 20, 2020

Govs on Deck

Govs On Deck – March 20, 2020

Good Friday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” Yup, you read that right – we’re going daily (for at least this week). 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…

Govs On Deck – March 19, 2020

Govs on Deck

Govs On Deck – March 19, 2020

Good Thursday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” Yup, you read that right – we’re going daily (for at least this week). 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 are…

ICYMI: The Kansas City Star Editorial: Tale of 2 governors: Kansas’ Kelly rises to pandemic crisis. Missouri’s Parson in denial

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ICYMI: The Kansas City Star Editorial: Tale of 2 governors: Kansas’ Kelly rises to pandemic crisis. Missouri’s Parson in denial

Today, the editorial board of the Kansas City Star called on Missouri Gov. Mike Parson to follow the lead of Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly on the COVID-19 pandemic. Parson is letting his state fall dangerously behind on the fight against the virus with his inaction and lack of communication. He has dismissed the need to…

Govs On Deck – March 18, 2020

Govs on Deck

Govs On Deck – March 18, 2020

Good Wednesday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” Yup, you read that right – we’re going daily (for at least this week).  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…

Parson’s Dangerous Leadership Failure on COVID 19 Crisis Draws Criticism From Trump, Republican Think Tanks

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Parson’s Dangerous Leadership Failure on COVID 19 Crisis Draws Criticism From Trump, Republican Think Tanks

While states across the country continue to take unprecedented action to stem the spread of the deadly coronavirus, Missouri Gov. Mike Parson let his state fall dangerously behind. Now, Parson’s failure to lead is earning him the criticism of President Trump and Republican think tanks. A report by the conservative American Enterprise Institute ranked Missouri…

Every State, Every Vote: The Need For Fair and Secure Elections in the Midst of the Pandemic

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Every State, Every Vote: The Need For Fair and Secure Elections in the Midst of the Pandemic

Yesterday, leaders in Ohio made a decision to postpone today’s Ohio primary due to the COVID-19 pandemic, setting off a court battle and confusing voters.  Every State, Every Vote Co-Chair Oregon Gov. Kate Brown released the following statement on COVID-19 disrupting our elections: “Given the chaos around the decision to postpone the Ohio primary, it…

Govs On Deck – March 17, 2020

Govs on Deck

Govs On Deck – March 17, 2020

Good Tuesday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” Yup, you read that right – we’re going daily (for at least this week).  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…

From One “Total Exoneration” To Another: Trump Impeachment Allies Get Exported to the Heartland

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From One “Total Exoneration” To Another: Trump Impeachment Allies Get Exported to the Heartland

Eric Greitens Finds Political Allies in Trump Defenders During His Attempted Comeback Rumors around the potential return of disgraced former Gov. Eric Greitens gain steam every day. The latest revelation will not put them to rest.  Some of Trump’s biggest allies are now all in for Greitens – and that should scare the bejesus out…

DGA Statement On Dr. Woody Myers, Presumptive Democratic Nominee for Governor of Indiana

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DGA Statement On Dr. Woody Myers, Presumptive Democratic Nominee for Governor of Indiana

Today, Democratic Governors Association Chair Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement on Dr. Woody Myers, presumptive Democratic nominee for Governor of Indiana:  “Dr. Woody Myers has long been at the forefront of the fight to expand access to high-quality health care for Hoosiers. Passionate about serving others, Myers put himself through medical school and…

Trump +10 District Goes Blue As Suburban Voters Reject Chris Sununu At The Ballot Box

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Trump +10 District Goes Blue As Suburban Voters Reject Chris Sununu At The Ballot Box

Last night, Chris Sununu’s candidate for State Representative lost in a district Trump carried by over 10 points in 2016 and Democrats have not won at the presidential level in nearly 25 years. Despite using Sununu’s support liberally in ads, voters rejected the “Sununu-Axelman Agenda” in traditionally red Hooksett. In suburban towns that have traditionally…

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