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Too Busy for Transparency?: Jim Justice’s Latest Excuse Falls Flat

New report reviewing Justice’s schedule shows his habitual absenteeism Latest report adds to concerns from his own party about his ‘remote’ leadership style A new report from the Associated Press reviewing West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s schedule revealed he has rarely showed up for his job. Justice almost never meets with his Cabinet, is rarely…

We’ve Got a Real Race on Our Hands: Waller “Exceeds Fundraising Expectations” in Mississippi

The Republican primary in Mississippi is shaping up to be competitive, and now, very expensive too. This week, former state Chief Justice Bill Waller Jr.’s campaign posted a better-than-expected fundraising haul. The impressive number means two things: 1. Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves’ supposed smooth ride to the nomination is officially over and 2. It’s going…

Spineless Sununu Vetoes Paid Family Leave Bill, Betraying Granite State Families

Sununu breaks campaign promise to Granite Staters, showing his true colors Today, Gov. Chris Sununu broke a signature campaign promise and betrayed Granite State families by vetoing SB1, which would guarantee New Hampshire families access to paid family and medical leave. Instead of admitting he opposes this overwhelmingly popular policy, Spineless Sununu misled Granite Staters…

ICYMI ???????????? Charleston Gazette-Mail Editorial: “So much smoke around Gov. Justice, there must be fire”

Gazette-Mail: “How can Justice be an ally to the working coal miner when his companies rack up violations and never pay fines for them?” In case you missed it, the Charleston Gazette-Mail Editorial Board excoriated Gov. Jim Justice for his long track record of refusing to pay his employees and the fines his businesses have…

Trump’s DOJ Rakes Justice Over the Coals

After losing local Republicans and gaining a primary challenger, Trump’s DOJ sues Justice Yesterday, President Donald Trump’s U.S. Department of Justice announced it has sued nearly two dozen companies owned by or affiliated with West Virginia Gov. Justice to collect nearly $4 million in miner-safety violations from the companies in West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, Alabama…

ICYMI: Bevin Mercilessly Booed at the Kentucky Derby

In case you missed it, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin was mercilessly booed during Derby weekend, not once, but twice. After being booed at the parade earlier in the day, Bevin received another chorus of boos while he presented the Kentucky Derby trophy winner. Brutal booing is not new to Matt Bevin. While trying to make…

Annnnd They’re Off: Bevin Lagging Behind The Pack Heading into Derby Weekend

Dem Challengers Outraised Bevin, Popularity and Scandals Weigh Down Reelection Bid The Derby might be on Saturday, but one horserace in Kentucky is already well underway and Gov. Matt Bevin is bringing up the rear. The candidates for governor recently released their fundraising reports and every major Democratic candidate has raised more than Bevin, the…

Happening in the States: Dem Govs Fighting Climate Change, Protecting Environment

Earth Day serves as an annual call to action to protect the environment and curb the effects of human impact on the planet. This year, that action is happening in the states. Ever since the Trump administration abdicated its role in fighting climate change and preserving clean air and water, governors have stepped up to…

Herald-Leader: “Bevin Spoke at Hillbilly Days This Weekend. The Crowd Wouldn’t Stop Booing.”

In case you missed it, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin delivered his re-election pitch at Hillbilly Days, an annual political tradition, and was met by a chorus of boos from the crowd. America’s least popular incumbent was “particularly politically isolated” this week, drawing Republican ire for his recent veto of a pension bill. Known for his…

Jim Justice’s Weekend Was Worse Than Yours

WV Governor Has Public Meltdown at Gala, College GOP Votes No Confidence West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s “terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week” doesn’t seem like it’s ever going to end. Once again, an important Republican grassroots organization has voted to express no confidence in his leadership. This time it was the West Virginia…

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