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Rebecca Kleefisch Ignored Wisconsin’s Broken Unemployment System for Years

Scott Walker-Appointed Workforce Development Secretary: “When [Kleefisch] had the opportunity to do something about the system, she chose to play politics and do nothing” A Wisconsin State Journal op-ed shows Rebecca Kleefisch knew of major issues with Wisconsin’s unemployment system for years, but she and Scott Walker refused to address them, according to Manny Perez,…

Memo: State of the Pennsylvania Governors Race

To: Interested Parties From: Marshall Cohen, DGA Political Director Subject: State of the Pennsylvania Governors Race As we head into the final stretch of the Pennsylvania primary we are starting to assess potential general election matchups. Given the importance of this open race, we can’t wait to start the fall campaign until we have an…

Tim Michels “Hopes” His Business Continues to Seek Millions in State Contracts Even If He’s Elected Governor

Latest News Apr 28, 2022

Tim Michels “Hopes” His Business Continues to Seek Millions in State Contracts Even If He’s Elected Governor

New reporting shows Tim Michels plans to continue his history of unethical business practices by encouraging his family’s construction business to keep seeking millions in state contracts if he’s elected governor. This despite there being a “state law bar[ring] officials from taking actions that benefit them financially,” creating “ethical challenges” for Michels. Michels entered the…

Joe Lombardo Crashes and Burns in Rare Public Appearance

Latest News Apr 28, 2022

Joe Lombardo Crashes and Burns in Rare Public Appearance

“No Show Joe” proved why he’s been dodging appearances and questions throughout the Nevada GOP primary when he absolutely bombed in a candidate forum this week. At the event, Lombardo dismissed Gov. Steve Sisolak’s policy to expand health care coverage to 350,000 more Nevadans as “bullshit.” And in yet another example of how out-of-touch he…

Gov. Dan McKee Pens Op-Ed Highlighting Rhode Island’s Investments in Child Care at a Critical Moment for Early Childhood Learning

Latest News Apr 28, 2022

Gov. Dan McKee Pens Op-Ed Highlighting Rhode Island’s Investments in Child Care at a Critical Moment for Early Childhood Learning

In a new op-ed in the Boston Globe, Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee and Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos are highlighting the state’s critical need to invest in early childhood education — and the action he’s taking to fix the child care crisis and create a strong early learning system. Gov. McKee explained a series of…

In Debate, PA GOP Primary Candidates Continue to Embrace Dangerous Stances on Completely Banning Abortion, Attacking Mail Voting

Latest News Apr 28, 2022

In Debate, PA GOP Primary Candidates Continue to Embrace Dangerous Stances on Completely Banning Abortion, Attacking Mail Voting

WHYY: “No matter who wins Pennsylvania’s Republican gubernatorial primary, the candidate will probably be someone who supports essentially outlawing abortion, getting rid of mail voting.” In their debate last night, the crowded Pennsylvania GOP primary field continued to push their far-right positions, including banning abortion with no exemptions and restricting mail voting. “Abortion, in particular,…

Gov. Lamont Lands Budget Deal To Deliver Massive Tax Cut and Provide Direct Relief for Families

Latest News Apr 28, 2022

Gov. Lamont Lands Budget Deal To Deliver Massive Tax Cut and Provide Direct Relief for Families

Gov. Lamont’s Budget Also Includes Major Investments in Child Care, Mental Health Working families across Connecticut are set to see relief on taxes and other kitchen table costs thanks to Governor Ned Lamont, as he just landed a deal on the state budget that provides nearly $600 million in tax relief. The unprecedented tax relief…

In Tonight’s PA GOP Primary Debate, Get Ready for A Display of Out-Of-Touch Extremism From The Leading Candidates

Tonight, the leading Pennsylvania Republican candidates for governor will finally face off in a primary debate. With Lou Barletta, Doug Mastriano, Bill McSwain and Dave White taking the stage, the debate is guaranteed to be a display of the far-right extremism that has defined the chaotic primary. As the primary election gets closer, the leading…

Michigan GOP Candidates Face Challenges After Submitting Their Ballot Petitions with Major Fraud and Forgery

Multiple Challenges Show “Craig’s nearly 10,000 challenged signatures would give him far fewer than the minimum 15,000 valid voter signatures needed to make the ballot.” Multiple challenges are being filed against the nominating petitions submitted by Republican gubernatorial candidates James Craig, Tudor Dixon, and Perry Johnson after a review found extensive evidence of fraudulent…

Taxpayers Are On The Hook For Richard Irvin’s Conflicts Of Interests

Richard Irvin is under fire for businesses and individuals that have donated to his campaign receiving tens of millions in contracts and tax incentives. In one case, Irvin even “had his staffers lobby” on behalf of one of the companies, leading to the company receiving approval for a project after a previous rejection. The pay-to-play…

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Rebecca Kleefisch Ignored Wisconsin’s Broken Unemployment System for Years

Memo: State of the Pennsylvania Governors Race

Tim Michels “Hopes” His Business Continues to Seek Millions in State Contracts Even If He’s Elected Governor

Joe Lombardo Crashes and Burns in Rare Public Appearance

Gov. Dan McKee Pens Op-Ed Highlighting Rhode Island’s Investments in Child Care at a Critical Moment for Early Childhood Learning

In Debate, PA GOP Primary Candidates Continue to Embrace Dangerous Stances on Completely Banning Abortion, Attacking Mail Voting

Gov. Lamont Lands Budget Deal To Deliver Massive Tax Cut and Provide Direct Relief for Families

In Tonight’s PA GOP Primary Debate, Get Ready for A Display of Out-Of-Touch Extremism From The Leading Candidates

Michigan GOP Candidates Face Challenges After Submitting Their Ballot Petitions with Major Fraud and Forgery

Taxpayers Are On The Hook For Richard Irvin’s Conflicts Of Interests