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DGA-Backed Group Launches New Ad In Montana

Good Jobs MT, an independent organization backed by the Democratic Governors Association, released a new TV ad in Montana, “Vital.” Access to affordable health care is vital, especially now, during the COVID-19 pandemic. But as Montana’s sole Congressman, Greg Gianforte supported cutting Medicare, access to doctors close to home, and insurance oversight so premiums could…

Every State, Every Vote: Kentucky Touted As National Model For Conducting Elections During Pandemic

“Bipartisan cooperation between Adams, a Republican, and Kentucky’s Democratic governor, Andy Beshear, was at the center of Kentucky’s success.” Kentucky’s largely successful primary election is being touted as a national model for upcoming primary and general elections. Politico reports, “Kentucky earned measured praise from voting rights advocates for how it largely sidestepped the missing ballots,…

U.S. News & World Report Shifts Rankings to Make Missouri Governor’s Race More Competitive

U.S. News & World Report downgraded the GOP advantage in the Missouri gubernatorial race and ranked it as more competitive. The report attributes the shift to Missouri Gov. Mike Parson’s “middling support among independents” and Democratic candidate Nicole Galloway’s impressive credentials and “strong fundraising quarters.” This is the latest in a pattern of troubling news…

North Carolina Governor’s Race Moves to “Lean Democratic”

Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper is Favored to Beat GOP Lt. Gov. Dan Forest Politico updated its ranking in the North Carolina governor’s race from “toss-up” to “lean Democratic” due to Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper’s rising approval ratings. North Carolinians overwhelmingly approve of Gov. Cooper’s COVID-19 response – in two separate May polls, Cooper’s approval rating was at 63% and 70% for…

Govs On Deck – July 6, 2020

Govs on Deck Jul 06, 2020

Govs On Deck – July 6, 2020

Happy Monday and welcome to today’s “Govs on Deck!” We’re still here and we still hope you are all safe and healthy. As a reminder, this newsletter is now going out on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, @JerusalemDemsas, and @andersonkayjay. We want…

Every State, Every Vote: Delaware Gov. John Carney Ensures Vote-By-Mail Option for Primary, General, and Special Election

Latest News Jul 01, 2020

Every State, Every Vote: Delaware Gov. John Carney Ensures Vote-By-Mail Option for Primary, General, and Special Election

Carney: “We should make it easier – not harder – for all Delawareans to exercise their fundamental right to vote and participate in our democratic process.” Today, Democratic Delaware Gov. John Carney signed a bill allowing Delaware residents to vote by mail in this year’s primary, general, and special elections. This legislation guarantees all Delawareans…

Greg Gianforte Admits He Wants To Destroy “Vital” Medicaid Expansion Just Days After Promising To Protect The Program

Latest News Jul 01, 2020

Greg Gianforte Admits He Wants To Destroy “Vital” Medicaid Expansion Just Days After Promising To Protect The Program

Just a couple of days ago, Gianforte tried to pull the wool over Montanans’ eyes and claimed that he wasn’t interested in cutting “vital programs like… Medicaid expansion.” But he couldn’t keep the facade up for long — in an interview with The Helena Independent Record, Gianforte admitted that he supports dismantling the Affordable Care…

Nicole Galloway Grabs Momentum in Missouri: Cuts Gov. Mike Parson’s Lead In Half, Raises Over $1 Million

Latest News Jul 01, 2020

Nicole Galloway Grabs Momentum in Missouri: Cuts Gov. Mike Parson’s Lead In Half, Raises Over $1 Million

Polling shows Missourians doubt Parson’s leadership on top issues for voters Democratic gubernatorial candidate State Auditor Nicole Galloway is gaining momentum in her bid to unseat GOP Gov. Mike Parson. Newly released polling delivers good news for Democrats, showing Galloway has cut Parson’s initial lead in half. The poll also gives Vice President Joe Biden…

Govs On Deck – July 1, 2020

Govs on Deck Jul 01, 2020

Govs On Deck – July 1, 2020

Hot-diggity-dog, it’s July! Welcome to today’s “Govs on Deck!” We’re still here and we still hope you are all safe and healthy. As a reminder, this newsletter is now going out on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, @JerusalemDemsas, and @andersonkayjay. We want…

DGA Statement on Medicaid Expansion in Oklahoma

Latest News Jul 01, 2020

DGA Statement on Medicaid Expansion in Oklahoma

Yesterday, voters in Oklahoma approved a ballot measure to expand Medicaid in their state. Oklahoma was one of 14 states that haven’t expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, and has the second-highest uninsured rate in the country. DGA Chair New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement: “Yesterday’s victory on Medicaid expansion is…

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DGA-Backed Group Launches New Ad In Montana

Every State, Every Vote: Kentucky Touted As National Model For Conducting Elections During Pandemic

U.S. News & World Report Shifts Rankings to Make Missouri Governor’s Race More Competitive

North Carolina Governor’s Race Moves to “Lean Democratic”

Govs On Deck – July 6, 2020

Every State, Every Vote: Delaware Gov. John Carney Ensures Vote-By-Mail Option for Primary, General, and Special Election

Greg Gianforte Admits He Wants To Destroy “Vital” Medicaid Expansion Just Days After Promising To Protect The Program

Nicole Galloway Grabs Momentum in Missouri: Cuts Gov. Mike Parson’s Lead In Half, Raises Over $1 Million

Govs On Deck – July 1, 2020

DGA Statement on Medicaid Expansion in Oklahoma