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Gov. Dan McKee Pens Op-Ed Highlighting Rhode Island’s Investments in Child Care at a Critical Moment for Early Childhood Learning

In a new op-ed in the Boston Globe, Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee and Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos are highlighting the state’s critical need to invest in early childhood education — and the action he’s taking to fix the child care crisis and create a strong early learning system. Gov. McKee explained a series of…

In Debate, PA GOP Primary Candidates Continue to Embrace Dangerous Stances on Completely Banning Abortion, Attacking Mail Voting

WHYY: “No matter who wins Pennsylvania’s Republican gubernatorial primary, the candidate will probably be someone who supports essentially outlawing abortion, getting rid of mail voting.” In their debate last night, the crowded Pennsylvania GOP primary field continued to push their far-right positions, including banning abortion with no exemptions and restricting mail voting. “Abortion, in particular,…

Gov. Lamont Lands Budget Deal To Deliver Massive Tax Cut and Provide Direct Relief for Families

Gov. Lamont’s Budget Also Includes Major Investments in Child Care, Mental Health Working families across Connecticut are set to see relief on taxes and other kitchen table costs thanks to Governor Ned Lamont, as he just landed a deal on the state budget that provides nearly $600 million in tax relief. The unprecedented tax relief…

In Tonight’s PA GOP Primary Debate, Get Ready for A Display of Out-Of-Touch Extremism From The Leading Candidates

Latest News Apr 27, 2022

In Tonight’s PA GOP Primary Debate, Get Ready for A Display of Out-Of-Touch Extremism From The Leading Candidates

Tonight, the leading Pennsylvania Republican candidates for governor will finally face off in a primary debate. With Lou Barletta, Doug Mastriano, Bill McSwain and Dave White taking the stage, the debate is guaranteed to be a display of the far-right extremism that has defined the chaotic primary. As the primary election gets closer, the leading…

Michigan GOP Candidates Face Challenges After Submitting Their Ballot Petitions with Major Fraud and Forgery

Latest News Apr 27, 2022

Michigan GOP Candidates Face Challenges After Submitting Their Ballot Petitions with Major Fraud and Forgery

Multiple Challenges Show “Craig’s nearly 10,000 challenged signatures would give him far fewer than the minimum 15,000 valid voter signatures needed to make the ballot.” Multiple challenges are being filed against the nominating petitions submitted by Republican gubernatorial candidates James Craig, Tudor Dixon, and Perry Johnson after a review found extensive evidence of fraudulent…

Taxpayers Are On The Hook For Richard Irvin’s Conflicts Of Interests

Latest News Apr 27, 2022

Taxpayers Are On The Hook For Richard Irvin’s Conflicts Of Interests

Richard Irvin is under fire for businesses and individuals that have donated to his campaign receiving tens of millions in contracts and tax incentives. In one case, Irvin even “had his staffers lobby” on behalf of one of the companies, leading to the company receiving approval for a project after a previous rejection. The pay-to-play…

Mayor Irvin Was An Outspoken Supporter of the Black Lives Matter Movement — But Candidate Irvin Now Says He Faked Support

Latest News Apr 27, 2022

Mayor Irvin Was An Outspoken Supporter of the Black Lives Matter Movement — But Candidate Irvin Now Says He Faked Support

Richard Irvin’s constant flip-flops on important issues have become par for the course for the Rauner Reboot campaign, but his latest comments on the Black Lives Matter movement show he’ll tell any lie to break out of the messy and increasingly nasty GOP primary. As Mayor, Irvin said he “strongly and passionately” supported the Black…

DGA Statement on Tim Michels’ Entrance to the Crowded Wisconsin GOP Primary for Governor

Today, Republican Tim Michels announced his candidacy for governor of Wisconsin. Democratic Governors Association Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement: “Tim Michels is an extremist who Wisconsinites have rejected twice before — and for good reason. His radical record and unethical business practices speak for themselves. Michels opposed gay marriage and wanted to…

Dem Govs Get It Done: Gov. JB Pritzker’s Actions Secure Third Credit Rating Upgrade For Illinois After Over Two Decades Without One

Yesterday, Illinois received its third credit upgrade in less than a year. After going more than two decades without one, the latest upgrade is a testament to Gov. JB Pritzker’s work to put Illinois back on firm fiscal footing. When Gov. Pritzker came into office, Illinois suffered from an almost $3 billion deficit, facing eight…

Floridians Pay The Price of Ron DeSantis’ Divisive, Self-Serving Agenda

This week, Ron DeSantis escalated his rampage to divide Floridians and push his hyper-partisan agenda — instead of taking action to address the biggest challenges hurting Florida families, like skyrocketing housing prices and some of the highest health care costs in the country. Here’s how DeSantis’ partisan wars hurt Florida schools, communities, and taxpayers this…

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Gov. Dan McKee Pens Op-Ed Highlighting Rhode Island’s Investments in Child Care at a Critical Moment for Early Childhood Learning

In Debate, PA GOP Primary Candidates Continue to Embrace Dangerous Stances on Completely Banning Abortion, Attacking Mail Voting

Gov. Lamont Lands Budget Deal To Deliver Massive Tax Cut and Provide Direct Relief for Families

In Tonight’s PA GOP Primary Debate, Get Ready for A Display of Out-Of-Touch Extremism From The Leading Candidates

Michigan GOP Candidates Face Challenges After Submitting Their Ballot Petitions with Major Fraud and Forgery

Taxpayers Are On The Hook For Richard Irvin’s Conflicts Of Interests

Mayor Irvin Was An Outspoken Supporter of the Black Lives Matter Movement — But Candidate Irvin Now Says He Faked Support

DGA Statement on Tim Michels’ Entrance to the Crowded Wisconsin GOP Primary for Governor

Dem Govs Get It Done: Gov. JB Pritzker’s Actions Secure Third Credit Rating Upgrade For Illinois After Over Two Decades Without One

Floridians Pay The Price of Ron DeSantis’ Divisive, Self-Serving Agenda