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VIDEO: New DGA Video Slams IL GOP Gubernatorial Field for Radical Anti-Choice Records

The DGA is launching a new video today that hits the crowded GOP gubernatorial field for their radical anti-choice records. Watch the video here. Darren Bailey has said he wants to outlaw abortion, even in cases of rape and incest, and Jesse Sullivan agrees on a near-total ban on abortion. Gary Rabine is a self-described…

Dan Cox Ramps Up Maryland’s MAGA Primary By Picking Anti-Mask, Anti-Vaxx, Anti-Science Running Mate

Will the rest of the GOP field follow his lead or denounce his fellow far-right running mate? In Maryland, diehard Trump loyalist and GOP candidate for governor Dan Cox has tapped far-right extremist Gordana Schifanelli as his running mate for lieutenant governor. Schifanelli has made a name for herself by spreading misinformation about the pandemic…

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Files IRS Complaint Against Potential GOP Gov. Candidate Kevin Nicholson for Dark Money Spending

Yesterday, Wisconsin Democrats filed an official complaint with the Internal Revenue Service against failed Senate candidate and potential GOP candidate for governor Kevin Nicholson. The complaint addresses Nicholson’s dark money spending of $1.5 million through his right-wing non-profit to boost his own political profile without officially launching a campaign for state office. Nicholson has announced…

Connecticut Republicans Slammed for Pandering to Trump and His Extremism

Bob Stefanowski and Themis Klarides Face Brutal Uphill Climb In an opinion column published in The Day this week, David Collins delivered bad news for GOP gubernatorial hopefuls Bob Stefanowski and Themis Klarides, slamming Connecticut Republicans for embracing Trump and his extreme positions and outlining how it will turn voters even further away from the…

ICYMI: Glenn Youngkin Endorses Donald Trump for President in 2024

The DGA Once Again Calls on Glenn Youngkin to Answer the Question: When’s the Trump-Youngkin Rally in Virginia? After spending the night rambling off Trumpian talking points in last night’s second Virginia gubernatorial debate, Glenn Youngkin pledged to support Donald Trump for president in 2024 if he is the GOP nominee. Youngkin has already made…

In a Crowded GOP Primary Field Full of Far-Right Extremists, Trump Chooses Kari Lake for His Coveted Endorsement for Arizona Governor

As She Receives Trump’s Endorsement, Lake Doubles Down on Her Extremism After the GOP candidates for governor in Arizona spent months jockeying to win over his endorsement, Donald Trump finally decided who to give his final rose to. In the end, Trump awarded his precious endorsement to far-right fringe candidate, self-proclaimed “MAGA candidate”, and failed…

“Murphy Takes Ciattarelli to Task” — What People Are Saying About Gov. Phil Murphy’s Debate Win Last Night

In last night’s debate, Gov. Phil Murphy dominated Jack Ciattarelli and made a strong case for his re-election by delivering real solutions to fight the pandemic, strengthen the economy, and prioritize New Jersey families. Here’s what folks are saying about Gov. Murphy’s stellar debate win: Monmouth Poll Director Patrick Murray: “This is also the best…

DGA Statement on First New Jersey Gubernatorial Debate

Following the first gubernatorial debate in New Jersey, DGA Political Director Marshall Cohen released the following statement: “Gov. Phil Murphy dominated in tonight’s debate. The governor made an undeniably strong case for his re-election, citing his leadership throughout the pandemic and his record of fighting for New Jersey families. “Jack Ciattarelli walked away as the…

DGA Statement on Second Virginia Gubernatorial Debate

Following the second gubernatorial debate in Virginia, DGA Political Director Marshall Cohen released the following statement: “In outlining his positive agenda for the Commonwealth, Terry McAuliffe once again emerged the clear winner of tonight’s debate. His track record of delivering economic success and progress for Virginians speaks for itself. “Terry understands that the best way…

Nevada GOP Civil War Just Keeps Getting Messier

Las Vegas Review-Journal: “For Republicans, It’s the Nightmare Scenario.” The Nevada GOP primary has descended into chaos as the unpopular, extreme candidates race to the right in a battle for the conservative base. The five Republicans continue to butt heads over extreme litmus tests, from the ‘Big Lie’ to restricting abortion. The already crowded race…

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