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ICYMI: Militia Advisor Mike Shirkey Keeps Changing His Story

The Michigan Advance reported yesterday that Michigan Senate Majority Leader and self-proclaimed consultant to militias Mike Shirkey has changed his story yet again surrounding a troubling meeting he held with militia groups. Shirkey bragged about advising militia groups in his office last summer, when armed groups occupied the state capitol in an event now being…

Govs On Deck – January 27, 2021

Govs on Deck Jan 28, 2021

Govs On Deck – January 27, 2021

Hump daaaaaay! Welcome to this evening’s (sorry, it was a day) 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…

Mike Shirkey Doubles Down on Lies About Militia Meeting

During a radio interview this week, Michigan Senate Majority Leader and friend to would-be kidnappers Mike Shirkey doubled down on the lies he’s spreading about a troubling meeting he held with local militia groups. In an effort to salvage what’s left of his reputation, Shirkey said the state police were in the militia meeting with him, a fact…

Radical Conservative Pete Snyder Joins VA GOP Race, Ensuring Republican Nominee Will Be Out Of Touch With Virginians

The VA GOP nomination fight has devolved into utter chaos – with party insiders having fiery arguments every weekend over the nomination method, far-right extremist Amanda Chase threatening a third party run, and an ever-growing candidate pool. Amanda Chase acolyte Pete Snyder’s entrance to the race yesterday will only add to the mayhem. Snyder is…

DGA Statement on Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo’s Confirmation Hearing

Today, the U.S. Senate is holding a confirmation hearing on Democratic Gov. Gina Raimondo’s nomination to lead the U.S. Department of Commerce. DGA Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement: “We encourage the Senate to swiftly confirm Gov. Gina Raimondo as U.S. Commerce Secretary. Gov. Raimondo is the right person to help Americans recover from the…

DGA Statement on Pete Snyder’s Decision to Enter the Virginia Governor’s Race

DGA Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement after Republican Pete Snyder announced his candidacy in Virginia’s race for governor: “Pete Snyder is a right-wing extremist and Trump apologist who thinks he can buy the governor’s mansion, but he is out of touch with Virginians’ values. Snyder’s vehement opposition to affordable health care policies including…

GOP Civil War: Amanda Chase Threatens to Start New Political Party After VA GOP Digs in on Convention

Over the weekend, the VA GOP narrowly voted to reaffirm its decision to select a gubernatorial nominee via a convention, handing another rebuke to conservative firebrand state Sen. Amanda Chase, who sees a primary as her best path to victory. Chase said if Republicans didn’t get it together soon, she would “start the Patriot Party…

Govs On Deck – January 25, 2021

Govs on Deck Jan 25, 2021

Govs On Deck – January 25, 2021

Well, it’s Monday. 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 other…

Following An Insurrection and the Mishandling of a Deadly Pandemic, Jack Ciattarelli Thinks the Trump Administration Has “Been Good for America“

During an interview this week, NJ GOP candidate Jack Ciattarelli said he voted for Donald Trump in November because he believes the Trump administration’s agenda has “been good for America.” [13:03] The Trump administration’s policies have been a complete disaster, for America and for New Jersey. Over the last four years, Donald Trump attempted to strip…

Govs On Deck – January 22, 2021

Govs on Deck Jan 22, 2021

Govs On Deck – January 22, 2021

We’re back! Happy Friday, everyone. 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…

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ICYMI: Militia Advisor Mike Shirkey Keeps Changing His Story

Govs On Deck – January 27, 2021

Mike Shirkey Doubles Down on Lies About Militia Meeting

Radical Conservative Pete Snyder Joins VA GOP Race, Ensuring Republican Nominee Will Be Out Of Touch With Virginians

DGA Statement on Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo’s Confirmation Hearing

DGA Statement on Pete Snyder’s Decision to Enter the Virginia Governor’s Race

GOP Civil War: Amanda Chase Threatens to Start New Political Party After VA GOP Digs in on Convention

Govs On Deck – January 25, 2021

Following An Insurrection and the Mishandling of a Deadly Pandemic, Jack Ciattarelli Thinks the Trump Administration Has “Been Good for America“

Govs On Deck – January 22, 2021