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Mitch McConnell Has Already Congratulated Biden on Presidential Win, But New Jersey GOP Candidates Still Refuse to Acknowledge Election Results

It’s now been 41 days since the presidential election was called for Joe Biden, nine days since all 50 states officially certified their election results, and three days since the Electoral College voted to make Biden’s win official. Top GOP officials, including Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, have finally congratulated Biden on his victory. But…

Govs On Deck – December 18, 2020

Govs on Deck Dec 18, 2020

Govs On Deck – December 18, 2020

Happy Friday, everyone! And welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck!” As a reminder, your favorite newsletter comes out on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. As always, questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, and @andersonkayjay. We want this to be helpful, so let us know what…

Gov. Ralph Northam Proposes Budget Plan to Help Virginians Navigate Final Months of Pandemic and Rebuild the Commonwealth’s Economy

Budget includes $240 million for pandemic response, including $90 million for vaccines This morning, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam unveiled his budget plan to help Virginians navigate the rest of the pandemic, recover and rebuild the economy, and keep the state moving forward. Gov. Northam’s strong leadership during the pandemic and this historic budget plan reflect…

Govs On Deck – December 16, 2020

Govs on Deck Dec 16, 2020

Govs On Deck – December 16, 2020

And now, it’s Wednesday. Time for your midweek edition of “Govs on Deck!” As a reminder, your favorite newsletter comes out on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. As always, questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, and @andersonkayjay. We want this to be helpful, so let us know…

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Continues to Receive High Marks From Michiganders For Handling of Pandemic

Gov. Whitmer’s Pandemic Response Rating Remains Steady at 63%, Higher Than The Republican-Led State Legislature The majority of Michiganders support Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s handling of the pandemic, according to a new poll released today by the Detroit Regional Chamber. The poll shows 63% of voters believe she “is aggressively working on getting the pandemic under control…

Virginia GOP Candidate Amanda Chase Demands Trump Invoke Martial Law to Prevent a Biden Presidency

Virginia GOP gubernatorial candidate and self-proclaimed “Trump in heels” Amanda Chase released a statement this morning urging Donald Trump to “declare martial law” and proclaiming she will never accept the results of the 2020 election. The Virginia GOP has embraced Donald Trump’s campaign to attack our democratic elections – on election night, VAGOP Chairman Rich…

Virginia Republicans’ Dream of Quiet Convention Crumbles as Chase Decides to Pursue Nomination

Get your popcorn ready, this convention is bound to be chaos In an attempt to deny far-right extremist Amanda Chase the gubernatorial nomination, Virginia Republicans opted for a convention rather than a primary this month. Chase, a fierce supporter of Donald Trump, then unleashed hell on the Virginia GOP, threatening to run as an independent,…

Govs On Deck – December 14, 2020

Govs on Deck Dec 14, 2020

Govs On Deck – December 14, 2020

Well, it’s Monday. But that does mean another edition of “Govs on Deck!” As a reminder, your favorite newsletter comes out on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. As always, questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, and @andersonkayjay. We want this to be helpful, so let us know…

New Jersey Republican Primary Already Becoming a Loyalty Contest to See Who Can Earn the Support of Failed President Donald Trump

Last week, New Jersey Republican Party Chairman Doug Steinhardt entered the race for New Jersey governor, putting his support for Donald Trump at the forefront of his campaign. It’s clear Steinhardt’s strategy is to prove his loyalty to Trump above all else – he’s even hired Trump campaign manager Bill Stepien as a top strategist.…

34 Days Since the Presidential Election Was Called, New Jersey GOP Candidates Still Putting Party Loyalty Over Protecting Democracy

Over a month has passed since the Associated Press and other national news outlets called the presidential election for Joe Biden, but New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli still refuses to acknowledge President-elect Biden’s win. Ciattarelli even went so far as to headline a “Stop the Steal” rally that made its way to Gov. Phil…

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Mitch McConnell Has Already Congratulated Biden on Presidential Win, But New Jersey GOP Candidates Still Refuse to Acknowledge Election Results

Govs On Deck – December 18, 2020

Gov. Ralph Northam Proposes Budget Plan to Help Virginians Navigate Final Months of Pandemic and Rebuild the Commonwealth’s Economy

Govs On Deck – December 16, 2020

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Continues to Receive High Marks From Michiganders For Handling of Pandemic

Virginia GOP Candidate Amanda Chase Demands Trump Invoke Martial Law to Prevent a Biden Presidency

Virginia Republicans’ Dream of Quiet Convention Crumbles as Chase Decides to Pursue Nomination

Govs On Deck – December 14, 2020

New Jersey Republican Primary Already Becoming a Loyalty Contest to See Who Can Earn the Support of Failed President Donald Trump

34 Days Since the Presidential Election Was Called, New Jersey GOP Candidates Still Putting Party Loyalty Over Protecting Democracy