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DGA Releases New Video, “Leading”

Today, the Democratic Governors Association released a new video, “Leading.” Democratic governors are leading the nation through the COVID-19 pandemic. They’re listening to public health experts and making the tough choices to protect their constituents and slow the spread of the coronavirus. The national media has taken notice, releasing countless pieces on the impressive…

Govs On Deck – April 7, 2020

Govs on Deck Apr 07, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 7, 2020

Good Tuesday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” We’re still here, we’re still daily, and we hope you are all 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. A different sort of week: Because of the quickly evolving situation, we…

Frustration Over Parson’s Failures Hits the Breaking Point

Mike Parson Ranked 49th of 50 Governors For His Response to Coronavirus Microsoft News released a poll this weekend showing Missouri Gov. Mike Parson tied for second-to-last in governor approval ratings on handling the COVID-19 pandemic. Parson earned a measly 53%, scoring well below the average rating of 72%. We’re not surprised – Parson has…

“Weak and Spineless”: Ron DeSantis Ranked Second-To-Last For His Handling of the Coronavirus Pandemic

A Microsoft News poll shows Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis tied for second-to-last in approval ratings on governors’ handling of the coronavirus crisis. DeSantis received a mere 53% compared to the average rating of 72%. The poll showed that the lowest rated governors, like DeSantis, were the ones who were slowest to act. It’s clear Americans…

Govs On Deck – April 6, 2020

Govs on Deck Apr 06, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 6, 2020

Good Monday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” We’re still here, we’re still daily, and we hope you are all 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. A different sort of week: Because of the quickly evolving situation, we…

ICYMI: Foot-dragging GOP governors are imperiling the whole country

The Washington Post Editorial Board skewered GOP governors this weekend for dragging their feet on the coronavirus pandemic. The Post did not hold back in criticizing governors like Iowa’s Kim Reynolds and Arkansas’ Asa Hutchinson for rejecting the advice of medical professionals like Dr. Anthony Fauci and refusing to issue stay-at-home orders, the consequences of…

Govs On Deck – April 3, 2020

Govs on Deck Apr 03, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 3, 2020

Good Friday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” We’re still here, we’re still daily, and we hope you are all 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. A different sort of week: Because of the quickly evolving situation, we…

Govs On Deck – April 2, 2020

Govs on Deck Apr 02, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 2, 2020

Good Thursday afternoon and welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck.” We’re still here, we’re still daily, and we hope you are all 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. A different sort of week: Because of the quickly evolving situation, we…

Parson’s Early $1.5 Million Spend Fails At Preventing Primary Challengers

New Republican Opponent Comes During Local and National Criticism over Parson’s Failed Leadership on COVID19 Gov. Mike Parson had almost made it into the clear – he was this close. But then, yesterday, on the last day of filing and after Parson’s allies spent $1.5 million trying to prop him up, Parson still ended up…

DGA Statement On The Trump Administration’s Decision Against Holding A Special ACA Enrollment Period

DGA Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement on the Trump administration’s decision against holding a special enrollment period during the COVID-19 pandemic: “Even in the midst of a pandemic, the Trump administration continues to attack the Affordable Care Act. Democratic governors are on the front lines of the crisis. Access to affordable health…

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DGA Releases New Video, “Leading”

Govs On Deck – April 7, 2020

Frustration Over Parson’s Failures Hits the Breaking Point

“Weak and Spineless”: Ron DeSantis Ranked Second-To-Last For His Handling of the Coronavirus Pandemic

Govs On Deck – April 6, 2020

ICYMI: Foot-dragging GOP governors are imperiling the whole country

Govs On Deck – April 3, 2020

Govs On Deck – April 2, 2020

Parson’s Early $1.5 Million Spend Fails At Preventing Primary Challengers

DGA Statement On The Trump Administration’s Decision Against Holding A Special ACA Enrollment Period