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ICYMI: West Virginia’s Billionaire Governor Doesn’t Pay His Bills

“That’s just the way the Justices have done business.” With less than a week to the West Virginia gubernatorial primary, incumbent Gov. Jim Justice is facing another in-depth exposé from ProPublica revealing a shocking pattern of corruption within his family businesses. The allegations include denying health insurance to hard-working coal miners and failing to pay…

Every State, Every Vote: California Gov. Gavin Newsom Continues to Ensure Access to Fair and Secure Elections

On Wednesday, Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to ensure access to safe in-person voting options ahead of the upcoming November election. The measure instructs counties to extend early voting to three days before Election Day and make ballot drop-box locations available between October 6 and November 3. Gov. Newsom’s order is…

Govs On Deck – June 4, 2020

Govs on Deck Jun 04, 2020

Govs On Deck – June 4, 2020

Good Thursday afternoon, everyone and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” We’re still here and we’re still daily. We hope you are all still safe and healthy. 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 this to be helpful, so let me know…

Govs On Deck – June 3, 2020

Govs on Deck Jun 03, 2020

Govs On Deck – June 3, 2020

Happy Wednesday, folks and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” We’re still here and we’re still daily. We hope you are all still safe and healthy. Guess what?! Today is the ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY of Govs on Deck! I’d like to take this moment to thank the academy, the cast and crew… But seriously, we launched this…

“Weak”: Greg Gianforte’s Primary Night Victory Spells Trouble for Montana GOP

After weeks of fellow Republicans shouting warnings about the perils of nominating an opponent to public lands with few ties to the state, last night Greg Gianforte managed to eke out a win. Nearly half of all Republicans voted for another candidate highlighting Gianforte’s weakness with his base. The response from independent observers is clear…

DGA Statement on Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney’s Victory in Montana Gubernatorial Primary

DGA Chair New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy today issued the following statement on Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney’s victory in the Montana gubernatorial primary: “Congratulations to Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney on his primary victory tonight. One of Montana’s most trusted and effective leaders, Lt. Gov. Cooney has spent his career fighting for hard-working Montana families. Lt.…

DGA Statement on Montana GOP Gubernatorial Primary Results

Democratic Governors Association Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement on the results from Montana’s GOP gubernatorial primary: “Greg Gianforte is an incredibly unpopular and divisive candidate who only managed to win his primary by pumping over $1.5 million of his own fortune into his campaign. From blocking public access to public lands to…

Govs On Deck – June 2, 2020

Govs on Deck Jun 02, 2020

Govs On Deck – June 2, 2020

It’s Tuesday, for those of you keeping track. Welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” We’re still here and we’re still daily. We hope you are all still safe and healthy – across everything that is happening. 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…

Govs On Deck – June 1, 2020

Govs on Deck Jun 01, 2020

Govs On Deck – June 1, 2020

Happy Monday and welcome to June. Welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” We’re still here and we’re still daily. We hope you are all still safe and healthy. 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 this to be helpful, so let me…

Every State, Every Vote: Mike Parson’s Outrageous Message to Missourians On Election Day

“Don’t Go Out And Vote” When asked for his message regarding upcoming local elections, GOP Gov. Mike Parson told Missourians if you don’t feel safe, ”don’t go out and vote.” This jaw-dropping statement was summed up perfectly by the Kansas City Star’s editorial board that wrote, “Parson’s message that we should bail on voting rather…

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ICYMI: West Virginia’s Billionaire Governor Doesn’t Pay His Bills

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DGA Statement on Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney’s Victory in Montana Gubernatorial Primary

DGA Statement on Montana GOP Gubernatorial Primary Results

Govs On Deck – June 2, 2020

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Every State, Every Vote: Mike Parson’s Outrageous Message to Missourians On Election Day