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Every State, Every Vote: Gov. John Bel Edwards Urges Participation in the 2020 Census

Democratic Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards yesterday urged Louisiana residents to participate in next year’s census. In 2010, less than half of New Orleans’ population responded to the census survey – leaving thousands of people underrepresented at the state and federal level. Gov. Edwards signed an executive order in December creating the Louisiana Complete Count…

ICYMI: Morning Joe Panel Discusses Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards’ Political Playbook

Last week, Morning Joe discussed what issues led to Gov. Edwards’ successful reelection and how it could be a model for Democrats running in swing states. Gov. Edwards’ campaign pollster Zac McCrary talked about Gov. Edwards’ real record of bipartisan accomplishments that made it possible for him to be the first Democrat reelected as governor…

DGA Statement On Gov. John Bel Edwards’ Inauguration

Today, DGA Chair Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement regarding Gov. John Bel Edwards’ Inauguration in Louisiana: “Congratulations to Gov. Edwards on his inauguration today. Gov. Edwards has delivered incredible progress for Louisiana. He turned a $2 billion deficit into a surplus, provided health care to over 450,000 Louisianans, and gave teachers their first…

Every State, Every Vote: Gov. John Bel Edwards Creates 2020 Census Complete Count Committee

Democratic Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards yesterday signed an executive order creating the Louisiana Complete Count Committee. The committee is tasked with creating 2020 Census Awareness Campaigns that will be conducted across the state. These campaigns will aim to boost awareness of and participation in the 2020 census. Gov. Edwards is the most recent Democratic…

ICYMI: Gov.-Elect Beshear and Gov. Edwards In The Washington Post: How Democrats Can Win Everywhere

In case you missed it, Kentucky Gov.-Elect Andy Beshear and Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards wrote an op-ed in The Washington Post discussing what lessons Democrats can draw from their victories in deep-red states. By focusing on health care and education, Gov.-Elect Beshear and Gov. Edwards were able to speak to the issues on voters’…

DGA Releases New Video, “Who Dat”

The Democratic Governors Association released a new video, “Who Dat,” celebrating Gov. John Bel Edwards’ victory in the Louisiana gubernatorial runoff this past Saturday. During his election night celebration, Gov. Edwards supporters started to chant, “Who dat? Who dat? Who dat they gonna beat John Bel?” Gov. Edwards went up against rallies from President Trump,…

Memo: A Historic 2019 for the DGA

Below you will find a memo on how the DGA helped elect Democratic governors in Kentucky and Louisiana – where Donald Trump won by 30 and 20, respectively. For the tl;dr crowd, the toplines are: The DGA has now won nine states that Donald Trump won in 2016 – an unparalleled record in the Democratic…

“God Bless His Heart” Roundup: Trump Went All-In, Came Up Empty In Louisiana

President Trump went all-in on Louisiana and Kentucky’s gubernatorial races. And he lost big in both. At a rally in Bossier, Louisiana on Thursday, President Trump said, “So, Trump took a loss. So you got to give me a big win, please. OK? OK?” But it wasn’t just holding three rallies himself. Vice President Mike…

DGA Statement On Gov. John Bel Edwards’ Re-Election

DGA Chair Gov. Gina Raimondo issued the following statement on Gov. John Bel Edwards’ re-election in Louisiana: “Congratulations to Gov. Edwards on his historic victory tonight. Gov. Edwards made incredible progress for the people of Louisiana—turning a $2 billion deficit into a surplus, providing health care to 450,000 working Louisianans, and giving teachers their first…

With One Day Before The Runoff, Republican Sirens Abound In Louisiana

With one day before the runoff, all signs point to Republicans panicking in Louisiana. Republicans are worried about the suburbs, Abraham supporters, and Democratic turnout in early voting. Despite Trump winning the state by 20 points in 2016, the RNC dumped $2 million into Louisiana to try and bail out Eddie Rispone. Trump has visited…

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