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Govs Get It Done: Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam Announces Largest Renewable Energy Contract In The Nation

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam announced a new agreement representing the largest contract any state has negotiated to buy renewable energy to power state government. The historic contract puts Virginia state government on track to meet the ambitious goal of having 30 percent of the electricity consumed by state agencies and institutions to come from renewable…

Prominent Kentucky Columnist: Matt Bevin “Way Off Base,” Looks And Sounds “Like A Flailing Loser”

In the Courier Journal, Kentucky columnist Al Cross called out Matt Bevin’s bonkers post-debate spin as “way off base.” It was so embarrassing Cross even said Bevin looked and sounded “like a flailing loser.” Cross lambasts Bevin for trying to rewrite his record of insulting Kentuckians, defending a misstatement with another misstatement, and lashing out…

What They’re Saying: Eddie Rispone’s No Good, Terrible First Week In The Runoff

Now that we’re down to two people in the Louisiana runoff, Eddie Rispone hasn’t handled the spotlight well in his first week. Rispone’s having trouble adjusting since he can’t hide behind Rep. Ralph Abraham any longer. He’s had trouble uniting Republicans… Headline: “Unifying Louisiana’s Republicans in time for the gubernatorial runoff Nov. 16 could be…

NEW STUDY: Rispone’s Medicaid Enrollment Freeze Would Be “A De-Facto Repeal” Of Medicaid Expansion

Eddie Rispone supports a Medicaid freeze, which would “reverse the dramatic gains in health coverage” under the Medicaid expansion Gov. Edwards implemented, according to a new study. Over 450,000 working Louisianans have gained health care coverage thanks to Gov. Edwards’ decision to expand Medicaid. And it’s working. No rural hospitals have closed since the expansion…

ICYMI: Tate Reeves Is Trying To Run From His Failed Record On Public Education

Slim Smith in The Columbus Dispatch highlights how Reeves is trying to paint over his record of cutting education. Smith lambasts Reeves for being a johnny-come-lately to funding for public education, community college, and teacher pay raises. Smith writes, “Asking Reeves for his thoughts on improving public education is like asking the fox how he…

D’Oh! Eddie Rispone Can’t Remember Just How Much He’s Cheered On Bobby Jindal Over His Career

Eddie Rispone has backed dozens of politicians over the years, so it could be understandable he’s forgotten just how much he’s supported Bobby Jindal. Except for the fact that he gave the maximum amount under the law to Jindal’s presidential campaign. And the fact he, his wife, and his companies have donated more than $30,000…

Govs Get It Done: Gov. Gavin Newsom Ends School Lunch-Shaming in California

Law guarantees all students will receive lunch even if their parents or guardians have not paid their meal fees. California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Saturday signed legislation ending the spreading practice of so-called “lunch shaming” where students with unpaid school lunch debt are denied a meal of their choice. Instead, students are often given an…

Eddie Rispone Is Ducking The Runoff Debate

The Louisiana gubernatorial race is down to two, and voters want to know the difference in the candidates’ visions for the state. Gov. Edwards immediately committed to a public debate, but Eddie Rispone is ducking him. It’s been a hallmark of Eddie Rispone’s campaign for governor so far. He’s known for being largely absent from…

Govs On Deck – October 14, 2019

Govs on Deck Oct 14, 2019

Govs On Deck – October 14, 2019

Good Monday morning! Welcome to this week’s edition of “Govs on Deck” – the weekly tip sheet dedicated to keeping you informed about what is happening in Democratic governors’ offices around the country. Questions or suggestions? Send me a note at amestoy@dga.net. You can find us all on Twitter too – @A_Tall_Turner, @CEAmestoy, and @MichBeyer.…

DGA Launches New Website Highlighting Rispone’s Failed Record

The DGA is launching a new website, LaGovRunoff.com, to educate voters about Eddie Rispone’s failed record. The website includes a graphic comparing Edwards and Rispone’s records on health care, the budget, education, and the economy. Louisiana has made remarkable progress on all of these issues, while on every measure, Rispone would fumble the ball and…

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Govs Get It Done: Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam Announces Largest Renewable Energy Contract In The Nation

Prominent Kentucky Columnist: Matt Bevin “Way Off Base,” Looks And Sounds “Like A Flailing Loser”

What They’re Saying: Eddie Rispone’s No Good, Terrible First Week In The Runoff

NEW STUDY: Rispone’s Medicaid Enrollment Freeze Would Be “A De-Facto Repeal” Of Medicaid Expansion

ICYMI: Tate Reeves Is Trying To Run From His Failed Record On Public Education

D’Oh! Eddie Rispone Can’t Remember Just How Much He’s Cheered On Bobby Jindal Over His Career

Govs Get It Done: Gov. Gavin Newsom Ends School Lunch-Shaming in California

Eddie Rispone Is Ducking The Runoff Debate

Govs On Deck – October 14, 2019

DGA Launches New Website Highlighting Rispone’s Failed Record