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ICYMI: Midwestern Democratic Governors Featured in Bipartisan PSA Urging Residents to “Mask Up” Heading Into Holidays

Yesterday, a group of Midwestern governors released a bipartisan PSA calling on their constituents to mask up and follow health and safety guidelines going into the winter. The video featured Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers, who were joined by the…

Govs On Deck – November 18, 2020

Govs on Deck Nov 18, 2020

Govs On Deck – November 18, 2020

Well, it’s Wednesday. And here we are with 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…

DGA Statement on Kirk Cox’s Decision to Enter Virginia Governor’s Race

DGA Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement after Republican Kirk Cox announced his candidacy in Virginia’s race for governor: “Kirk Cox could not be more out of step with the values of Virginians. After one term as Speaker of the House of Delegates, voters kicked him and his party out of power for…

“DeSantis Is Letting Them Down”: Florida Governor Refuses to Act to Slow COVID-19 Surge, Hires Conspiracy Theorist For COVID-19 Research

As COVID-19 resurges across the country, governors from both parties are re-implementing mitigation efforts, strengthening mask mandates, and encouraging Americans to celebrate holidays virtually to slow the spread. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has taken a different tack – ignoring pleas from public health experts and doctors across the country and refusing to implement any safety…

ICYMI: Maine and South Dakota Demonstrate the Difference a Democratic Governor Can Make

“If you could only live in Maine or South Dakota right now as Covid-19 continues its rampage, which state would you choose?” During the COVID-19 pandemic, Democratic governors have led with facts and science, while many Republican governors have ignored public health experts and are still railing against life-saving measures like mask mandates. The contrast…

Govs On Deck – November 13, 2020

Govs on Deck Nov 13, 2020

Govs On Deck – November 13, 2020

Happy Friday…the thirteenth… Welcome to this 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…

DGA Statement on Governor-Elect Pedro Pierluisi’s Victory in Puerto Rico

Democratic Governors Association Chair New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy released the following statement on Governor-Elect Pedro Pierluisi’s victory in Puerto Rico’s gubernatorial race: “Congratulations to Governor-Elect Pedro Pierluisi on his victory in Puerto Rico. An accomplished attorney and longtime public servant, Governor-Elect Pierluisi has the right experience to lead Puerto Rico through the rest of…

DGA Statement on President-elect Joe Biden’s Victory

Democratic Governors Association Chair New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and Vice-Chair New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham released the following statement on President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris’ victory: “Congratulations to President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on their historic victory. This victory is a win for all Americans. “President-elect Biden…

Every State, Every Vote: The Blue Wall of Democratic Governors In Swing States to Ensure Every Vote Is Counted

As Americans await the results of the presidential election, Democratic governors in the swing states that have yet to be finalized are protecting our democracy and ensuring every single vote is counted. While President Trump’s campaign claims false victories and attempts to create chaos in our democratic election, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom…

Govs On Deck – November 5, 2020

Govs on Deck Nov 05, 2020

Govs On Deck – November 5, 2020

Welcome to “Govs on Deck – Election Week special edition” – a quick roundup of what our DemGovs are up to in the states we can’t stop talking about. 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,…

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ICYMI: Midwestern Democratic Governors Featured in Bipartisan PSA Urging Residents to “Mask Up” Heading Into Holidays

Govs On Deck – November 18, 2020

DGA Statement on Kirk Cox’s Decision to Enter Virginia Governor’s Race

“DeSantis Is Letting Them Down”: Florida Governor Refuses to Act to Slow COVID-19 Surge, Hires Conspiracy Theorist For COVID-19 Research

ICYMI: Maine and South Dakota Demonstrate the Difference a Democratic Governor Can Make

Govs On Deck – November 13, 2020

DGA Statement on Governor-Elect Pedro Pierluisi’s Victory in Puerto Rico

DGA Statement on President-elect Joe Biden’s Victory

Every State, Every Vote: The Blue Wall of Democratic Governors In Swing States to Ensure Every Vote Is Counted

Govs On Deck – November 5, 2020