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DGA Statement on Pete Snyder’s Decision to Enter the Virginia Governor’s Race

DGA Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement after Republican Pete Snyder announced his candidacy in Virginia’s race for governor: “Pete Snyder is a right-wing extremist and Trump apologist who thinks he can buy the governor’s mansion, but he is out of touch with Virginians’ values. Snyder’s vehement opposition to affordable health care policies including…

GOP Civil War: Amanda Chase Threatens to Start New Political Party After VA GOP Digs in on Convention

Over the weekend, the VA GOP narrowly voted to reaffirm its decision to select a gubernatorial nominee via a convention, handing another rebuke to conservative firebrand state Sen. Amanda Chase, who sees a primary as her best path to victory. Chase said if Republicans didn’t get it together soon, she would “start the Patriot Party…

Govs On Deck – January 25, 2021

Govs on Deck Jan 25, 2021

Govs On Deck – January 25, 2021

Well, it’s Monday. 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, and @andersonkayjay. We want this to be helpful, so let us know what other…

Following An Insurrection and the Mishandling of a Deadly Pandemic, Jack Ciattarelli Thinks the Trump Administration Has “Been Good for America“

During an interview this week, NJ GOP candidate Jack Ciattarelli said he voted for Donald Trump in November because he believes the Trump administration’s agenda has “been good for America.” [13:03] The Trump administration’s policies have been a complete disaster, for America and for New Jersey. Over the last four years, Donald Trump attempted to strip…

Govs On Deck – January 22, 2021

Govs on Deck Jan 22, 2021

Govs On Deck – January 22, 2021

We’re back! Happy Friday, everyone. 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, and @andersonkayjay. We want this to be helpful, so let us know…

Continuing His Streak of Bizarre, Dangerous Behavior, Mike Shirkey Admits to Advising Militia Groups and Pushes More Lies About Our Elections

After criticizing the FBI’s warning against credible threats of violence at state capitols during inauguration week, Michigan Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey has continued his assault on democracy. A new report revealed Shirkey advised three militia groups, saying he gave them advice on “how they could improve their message.” Just a month after the meeting,…

DGA Statement on President Joe Biden’s Inauguration

Democratic Governors Association Chair New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham released the following statement on President Joe Biden’s inauguration: “Congratulations to President Joe Biden on his inauguration. President Biden will bring dignity, humility, and science-driven leadership back to the White House at a time when our country desperately needs it. “We look forward to working…

Entrance of Two New Candidates Guarantees NJ GOP Long, Messy Primary

With Doug Steinhardt’s exit last week, the New Jersey GOP thought they were going to avoid a messy primary. No dice. The GOP primary is getting quite crowded, with six candidates now vying it out for the nomination. The race is turning into a revolving door of Trump lackeys. Last week, Trump supporter Doug Steinhardt…

Democratic Governors Slam Trump Administration For Lying About Vaccine Stockpile

Last week, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar announced that the Trump administration would release all available vaccine doses from the federal stockpile. But it turns out that no such reserve of vaccines existed, blindsiding state and health officials who had anticipated additional vaccines. Democratic governors have been working tirelessly to ramp up vaccine distribution and get…

GOP Civil War: VA GOP Infighting Explodes at Fiery Meeting As Amanda Chase Supporters Seek to Change Nomination Method

Tensions in the Virginia GOP nomination fight boiled over this weekend during a meeting about whether to change the nomination process from a convention back to a primary, a move far-right candidate Amanda Chase’s supporters see as her best chance to win. The meeting ended abruptly after party leaders refused to take the issue up for a…

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The Latest

DGA Statement on Pete Snyder’s Decision to Enter the Virginia Governor’s Race

GOP Civil War: Amanda Chase Threatens to Start New Political Party After VA GOP Digs in on Convention

Govs On Deck – January 25, 2021

Following An Insurrection and the Mishandling of a Deadly Pandemic, Jack Ciattarelli Thinks the Trump Administration Has “Been Good for America“

Govs On Deck – January 22, 2021

Continuing His Streak of Bizarre, Dangerous Behavior, Mike Shirkey Admits to Advising Militia Groups and Pushes More Lies About Our Elections

DGA Statement on President Joe Biden’s Inauguration

Entrance of Two New Candidates Guarantees NJ GOP Long, Messy Primary

Democratic Governors Slam Trump Administration For Lying About Vaccine Stockpile

GOP Civil War: VA GOP Infighting Explodes at Fiery Meeting As Amanda Chase Supporters Seek to Change Nomination Method