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West Virginia Republicans Are Revolting Against Jim Justice

Republican state senator: “Jim Justice is an embarrassment to our state and should resign” Republican Senate President: “He’s never had a real agenda item other than raising taxes the first year” Justice’s primary opponent: “Our problems are too big for a part-time governor” West Virginia Republicans have been in an open revolt against Gov. Jim…

Then/Now: Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly Gets State Finances Back on Track After Brownback’s Disastrous Tenure

Edward Flenyje (The Wichita Eagle): “A current snapshot of state finance demonstrates that elections do make a difference” Democratic Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly’s leadership is mending Kansas’ state finances after the state faced a massive financial crisis under Republican Gov. Brownback. By ending Brownback’s failed tax experiment and securing a bipartisan budget, Gov. Kelly has…

Govs On Deck – June 10, 2019

Govs on Deck Jun 10, 2019

Govs On Deck – June 10, 2019

June 10th, 2019 Good Monday morning and 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. Coming up this week: On Tuesday, NORTH CAROLINA Gov.…

Govs Get It Done: Governor Steve Sisolak Checks Off Campaign Promises After Successful Legislative Session

Democratic Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak wrapped up a successful inaugural legislative session Monday night that saw the passage of his top agenda items. Among the legislative victories ushered through the 80th session were the codification or protections for pre-existing conditions, an additional $6 million for family planning services, the end to surprise emergency room billing,…

DGA Releases New Video: “Calls”

Today, the Democratic Governors Association released a new video, “Calls.” The video highlights Matt Bevin’s troubles to unite his party after barely garnering over 50 percent in the Republican primary as a sitting incumbent. Bevin has angered Tea Party leaders and is now openly feuding with his lieutenant governor. The family feud started earlier this…

ICYMI: Prominent Montana Republicans “Deeply Concerned” Greg Gianforte Might Run for Governor

Montana Republicans: “Fair” to ask Gianforte if he’s the best candidate to run for governor In case you missed it, yesterday three prominent Montana Republicans wrote an op-ed in The Missoulian begging Greg Gianforte not to run for governor. Ted Kronebusch is chair of the Pondera County Republican Central Committee, Chris Hindoien is chair of…

ICYMI: Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló on MSNBC Discussed Federal Relief Funding, Impacts of Climate Change on Puerto Rico

In case you missed it, Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló appeared on MSNBC yesterday to talk about the federal disaster aid bill that is awaiting President Trump’s signature. The governor spoke about plans to rebuild areas still devastated after Hurricane Maria and the harmful impact of climate change on Puerto Rico. Gov. Rosselló pledged to…

Then/Now: Gov. JB Pritzker Wraps “Epic” Legislative Session After Finding Bipartisan Support, Works Session like a “Maestro”

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is earning widespread praise for finding bipartisan support during a wildly successful legislative session that included a bipartisan budget and multibillion-dollar infrastructure plan among other successes. Gov. Pritzker’s ability to build consensus around policies that will help Illinois families is a complete reversal from the damaging years of partisan gridlock under…

Govs On Deck – June 3, 2019

Govs on Deck Jun 04, 2019

Govs On Deck – June 3, 2019

Good Monday morning and welcome to the first 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. Coming up this week: NEVADA’s 80th legislative session will conclude at midnight…

ICYMI: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker Wraps “Historic” First Session

Illinois Public Radio: “Observers and participants are calling it one of the most significant sessions in living memory” Chicago Sun Times: “From ‘impasse’ to ‘get it passed,’ Illinois surges with stunning legislative session” In case you missed it, Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s first legislative session is being praised as one of the most significant…

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West Virginia Republicans Are Revolting Against Jim Justice

Then/Now: Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly Gets State Finances Back on Track After Brownback’s Disastrous Tenure

Govs On Deck – June 10, 2019

Govs Get It Done: Governor Steve Sisolak Checks Off Campaign Promises After Successful Legislative Session

DGA Releases New Video: “Calls”

ICYMI: Prominent Montana Republicans “Deeply Concerned” Greg Gianforte Might Run for Governor

ICYMI: Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló on MSNBC Discussed Federal Relief Funding, Impacts of Climate Change on Puerto Rico

Then/Now: Gov. JB Pritzker Wraps “Epic” Legislative Session After Finding Bipartisan Support, Works Session like a “Maestro”

Govs On Deck – June 3, 2019

ICYMI: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker Wraps “Historic” First Session