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It’s Scott vs. Putnam in ‘Disturbing’ Gun Scandal

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It’s Scott vs. Putnam in ‘Disturbing’ Gun Scandal

In case you missed it, the fallout from Adam Putnam’s background check scandal is still making big waves in Florida’s governor race. Today, current Gov. Rick Scott slammed Putnam for issuing concealed carry permits to hundreds of Floridians without conducting national background checks on them. Scott called the report ‘disturbing’ and said he expects, “everybody…

DGA Calls on Ducey to Reveal Whether He Supports Trump Pardoning Himself

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DGA Calls on Ducey to Reveal Whether He Supports Trump Pardoning Himself

Does Doug Ducey Think Donald Trump Can Pardon Himself? Today, the Democratic Governors Association is calling on Arizona Governor Doug Ducey to answer one simple question: Does he believe President Donald Trump could pardon himself of any crimes? The DGA’s request is part of a nationwide effort calling on Republican governors up for election to…

DGA Calls on Rauner to Reveal Whether He Supports Trump Pardoning Himself

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DGA Calls on Rauner to Reveal Whether He Supports Trump Pardoning Himself

Does Bruce Rauner Think Donald Trump Can Pardon Himself? Today, the Democratic Governors Association is calling on Governor Bruce Rauner to answer one simple question: Does he believe President Donald Trump could pardon himself of any crimes? The DGA’s request is part of a nationwide effort calling on Republican governors up for election to answer…

DGA Calls on Walker to Reveal Whether He Supports Trump Pardoning Himself

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DGA Calls on Walker to Reveal Whether He Supports Trump Pardoning Himself

Does Scott Walker Think Donald Trump Can Pardon Himself? Today, the Democratic Governors Association is calling on Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker to answer one simple question: Does he believe President Donald Trump could pardon himself of any crimes? The DGA’s request is part of a nationwide effort calling on Republican governors up for election to…

Maryland’s Own Donald Trump: Hogan Launches Campaign With Crowd Size Fib

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Maryland’s Own Donald Trump: Hogan Launches Campaign With Crowd Size Fib

President Donald Trump isn’t the only politician in the DMV to get caught telling whoppers about crowd size. This weekend, Governor Larry Hogan kicked off his reelection campaign and got caught in a Trumpian fib of his own. Baltimore Sun reporter Erin Cox tweeted: “According to this press release, [Hogan]’s spoken to a crowd of 1,000…

Yet Again, Fung Silent on Trump’s Plan to Take Health Care From 463,000 Rhode Islanders

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Yet Again, Fung Silent on Trump’s Plan to Take Health Care From 463,000 Rhode Islanders

Since the Trump Administration announced it is working to allow insurers to deny coverage to people with pre-existing conditions, Mayor Allan Fung has remained silent. 463,000 Rhode Islanders could potentially lose their access to health care under this latest Trump scheme, yet Fung hasn’t spoken out on their behalf. Failing to stand up for Rhode Islanders against the…

ICYMI – Reno Gazette-Journal: Laxalt ‘Quiet’ on Investigation into Supporter Accused of Sexual Assault

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ICYMI – Reno Gazette-Journal: Laxalt ‘Quiet’ on Investigation into Supporter Accused of Sexual Assault

In case you missed it, Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt is getting dogged by questions about his office’s investigation into one of Laxalt’s political supporters. Sheriff Gerald Antinoro had already endorsed Laxalt’s campaign for governor when news broke that he had been accused of a disturbing pattern of sexual misconduct. Despite the allegations, Laxalt has…

Rauner Conveniently Forgets Damage Done to Higher Education System

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Rauner Conveniently Forgets Damage Done to Higher Education System

Yesterday, Governor Bruce Rauner continued his amnesia tour, bragging about funding Illinois’ universities, despite the fact that the higher education system has been decimated under his failed leadership. Rauner claimed his administration would increase “funding every year now going forward so we have the best higher education in the country.” What did Rauner leave out? Well, the fact that his budget impasse…

ICYMI – BuzzFeed: Tim Pawlenty’s Minnesota Comeback Hits A Snag

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ICYMI – BuzzFeed: Tim Pawlenty’s Minnesota Comeback Hits A Snag

In case you missed it, BuzzFeed News reported on Tim Pawlenty’s “messy and awkward” reentry into political life. Pawlenty may have been heavily recruited by national Republicans, but he hasn’t received the same warm welcome back in Minnesota. Pawlenty skipped the GOP state party convention last weekend fearing he would lose the endorsement battle to…

DGA Kicks off General Election with New Video in New Mexico

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DGA Kicks off General Election with New Video in New Mexico

As New Mexico’s race for governor heads into the general election, the DGA is launching a new video highlighting Steve Pearce’s far-right record. In “Too Extreme,” the DGA highlights Pearce’s positions and record on issues including health care, climate change, women’s rights, and immigration. “Steve Pearce is too extreme for New Mexico, and over the…

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