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WATCH: Out-Of-Touch Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp Suggests Voters Waiting in Long Lines Can “Order UberEats”

Kemp: “They can order a pizza. They can order Grubhub or UberEats.” Today on Newsmax, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp defended his voter suppression bill that criminalizes giving food or water to people waiting in long lines to vote by suggesting they can just “order UberEats.” (I mean, it’s one banana Michael. What could it cost,…

Govs On Deck – April 7, 2021

Govs on Deck Apr 07, 2021

Govs On Deck – April 7, 2021

It’s Wednesday, it’s sunny (at least in DC), and it’s time for another edition of “Govs on Deck”! As a reminder, your favorite newsletter comes out on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. As always, questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, @SamNewton, and @andersonkayjay. We want this to be…

Democratic Governors Key To Successful Vaccine Rollout

President Joe Biden reported 150 million doses of the coronavirus vaccine have been administered within his first 75 days in office – and he credited governors as a key part of the country’s success. The U.S. is running one of the world’s most successful and efficient vaccine rollouts, topping Canada and other developed countries. The…

Thou Shalt Not Pay Taxes: Pro-Trump NJ Gov Candidate Thwarts Property Tax Laws By Living In A Church-Funded Million Dollar Mansion

Today, Politico reported pro-Trump gubernatorial candidate Phil Rizzo has avoided paying property taxes on his million-dollar mansion for years. In 2017, Rizzo sold his extravagant house to his church for $1.65 million, and then continued to live there with his family, rent and tax free. Like any good Trump disciple, Rizzo is following the Trump…

Dem Govs Get It Done: Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak Launches Mobile Vaccination Units to Reach Rural and Tribal Areas

Democratic Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak, alongside FEMA and local partners, launched two mobile vaccination units to support equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines in rural and tribal areas with limited medical infrastructure. Gov. Sisolak said, “It’s imperative that every eligible Nevadan has access to these life-saving vaccines.” The first vaccination event will be on Tuesday. Gov.…

Statement From Nevada Republican Mark Amodei On Gov. Steve Sisolak’s Strong Position for Re-Election

In an interview with the Las Vegas Review Journal, GOP Rep. Mark Amodei “expressed what a difficult task defeating [Gov. Steve] Sisolak would be,” citing the strength of the Nevada economy, Gov. Sisolak’s impressive fundraising hauls, and his ability to connect with voters. Amodei said: “The economy will be moving in the right direction by…

Charlie Baker Raised Anemic $25K in March As His Approvals Sink and Criticism of Botched Vaccine Rollout Continues

Under fire for a botched vaccine rollout and facing sinking approval ratings, Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker posted pitiful fundraising numbers – especially for someone who’s been hinting at a run for a third term. Baker only raised $25,457 in March 2021, and has been getting outraised by other Republicans, including his own lieutenant governor. Not…

Govs On Deck – April 5, 2021

Govs on Deck Apr 05, 2021

Govs On Deck – April 5, 2021

Happy Monday, people. Welcome to today’s edition of “Govs on Deck”! As a reminder, your favorite newsletter comes out on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. As always, questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, @SamNewton, and @andersonkayjay. We want this to be helpful, so let us know what other…

RGA Puts Up Early Statewide Ad In Rush to Defend Vulnerable Ron DeSantis As He Comes Under Fire For Vaccine Distribution Scandal

As Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is under fire for prioritizing his donors and political allies for vaccines, the Republican Governors Association rushed to put up a TV spot to defend DeSantis in every Florida media market during last night’s episode of 60 Minutes, more than a year and a half out from the election –…

ICYMI: “Hate Is A Virus”: Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak, First Lady Denounce Racist Attacks On AAPI Community, Pledge to Support Asian Businesses

At a “Stop Asian Hate” event in Las Vegas, Democratic Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak and First Lady Kathy Sisolak condemned racism and hateful attacks on the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, and vowed to support Asian businesses as part of the state’s economic recovery from the pandemic. Gov. Sisolak said, “As long as I’m…

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WATCH: Out-Of-Touch Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp Suggests Voters Waiting in Long Lines Can “Order UberEats”

Govs On Deck – April 7, 2021

Democratic Governors Key To Successful Vaccine Rollout

Thou Shalt Not Pay Taxes: Pro-Trump NJ Gov Candidate Thwarts Property Tax Laws By Living In A Church-Funded Million Dollar Mansion

Dem Govs Get It Done: Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak Launches Mobile Vaccination Units to Reach Rural and Tribal Areas

Statement From Nevada Republican Mark Amodei On Gov. Steve Sisolak’s Strong Position for Re-Election

Charlie Baker Raised Anemic $25K in March As His Approvals Sink and Criticism of Botched Vaccine Rollout Continues

Govs On Deck – April 5, 2021

RGA Puts Up Early Statewide Ad In Rush to Defend Vulnerable Ron DeSantis As He Comes Under Fire For Vaccine Distribution Scandal

ICYMI: “Hate Is A Virus”: Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak, First Lady Denounce Racist Attacks On AAPI Community, Pledge to Support Asian Businesses