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ICYMI: Bevin Mercilessly Booed at the Kentucky Derby

In case you missed it, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin was mercilessly booed during Derby weekend, not once, but twice. After being booed at the parade earlier in the day, Bevin received another chorus of boos while he presented the Kentucky Derby trophy winner. Brutal booing is not new to Matt Bevin. While trying to make…

Annnnd They’re Off: Bevin Lagging Behind The Pack Heading into Derby Weekend

Dem Challengers Outraised Bevin, Popularity and Scandals Weigh Down Reelection Bid The Derby might be on Saturday, but one horserace in Kentucky is already well underway and Gov. Matt Bevin is bringing up the rear. The candidates for governor recently released their fundraising reports and every major Democratic candidate has raised more than Bevin, the…

Happening in the States: Dem Govs Fighting Climate Change, Protecting Environment

Earth Day serves as an annual call to action to protect the environment and curb the effects of human impact on the planet. This year, that action is happening in the states. Ever since the Trump administration abdicated its role in fighting climate change and preserving clean air and water, governors have stepped up to…

Herald-Leader: “Bevin Spoke at Hillbilly Days This Weekend. The Crowd Wouldn’t Stop Booing.”

In case you missed it, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin delivered his re-election pitch at Hillbilly Days, an annual political tradition, and was met by a chorus of boos from the crowd. America’s least popular incumbent was “particularly politically isolated” this week, drawing Republican ire for his recent veto of a pension bill. Known for his…

Jim Justice’s Weekend Was Worse Than Yours

WV Governor Has Public Meltdown at Gala, College GOP Votes No Confidence West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s “terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week” doesn’t seem like it’s ever going to end. Once again, an important Republican grassroots organization has voted to express no confidence in his leadership. This time it was the West Virginia…

Reeves Stumbles into Campaign Kick-off

Campaign Plagued by Tough Primary Fight, Absent Leadership, and Frontage Road Scandal This afternoon, Mississippi Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves will officially kick off his campaign for governor. But a lot has happened since he first announced his candidacy back in January, and now he heads into the event in a far weaker position than he…

Additional No Confidence Votes Destabilize WVGOP, Threaten Justice Re-election

More County Parties Considering No Confidence Votes This Week It looks like the Kanawha County GOP’s vote of no-confidence for West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice was just the beginning. Today, News and Sentinel reported that two more Republican executive committees are meeting to potentially pass similar resolutions expressing their distaste for the leader of their…

Mutiny in West Virginia: Kanawha County GOP Votes No Confidence in Justice

Resolution: The “Executive Committee votes to express no confidence in the current Governor of West Virginia, James Justice.” Former GOP Chairwomen: “While we appreciate Governor Justice’s support of President Donald Trump, it is not enough…” West Virginia Republican Gov. Jim Justice has a full blown mutiny on his hands. Last night, the Republican Party in…

Happening in the States: Dem Govs Preserving Health Coverage

While the Trump administration continues to try to dismantle the Affordable Care Act, Democratic governors around the country are rolling up their sleeves and fighting back. Here are a few of the ways that governors have been fighting in their states to expand health coverage, maintain the protections for people with pre-existing conditions, and stabilize…

WATCH: Today Show Highlights Gov Janet Mills’ Fight Against Opioid Crisis

Kate Snow: “Things Are Really Changing In Maine Right Now” Today, NBC’s Today Show profiled Maine’s innovative approach to fighting the opioid crisis. Police forces in the state have adopted a more comprehensive strategy that helps those struggling with addiction access treatment rather than forcing them into the criminal justice system. The profile also highlighted…

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