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DGA-Backed Group Launches New Ad In Kentucky

Today, Bluegrass Values, an independent organization backed by the Democratic Governors Association, released a new TV ad, “Community.” The ad highlights Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin’s efforts to rip health care away from 400,000 Kentuckians. Bevin supported letting insurers deny coverage for nearly 2 million Kentuckians with a pre-existing condition. He even sued in court to…

Govs On Deck – September 30, 2019

Govs on Deck Sep 30, 2019

Govs On Deck – September 30, 2019

Good Monday afternoon! 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.…

GOP Unity Watch: Ralph Abraham And Eddie Rispone Can’t Seem To Stop Attacking Each Other

At last night’s debate in Louisiana, Rep. Ralph Abraham and Eddie Rispone couldn’t seem to stop attacking each other. Republican leaders warned Abraham and Rispone not to go after each other to no avail. After Rispone released an attack ad against Abraham, Abraham decided to punch back for the first time last night. Oh GOP…

Jaw-Dropping Report: Abraham Prescribed Opioids At “Alarming” Rate As Doctor

A jaw-dropping new report reveals Rep. Ralph Abraham prescribed opioids at a far higher level compared to other family-practice doctors. According to The Advocate, Abraham was in the top 0.2 percent in the number of Medicare Part D patients he wrote opioid prescriptions for in 2013 and downplayed the risks of opioids as a congressman…

New Report Details How Jim Justice’s Absenteeism Is Costing West Virginians

West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice is taking extra flights because of his refusal to live in Charleston…and it’s costing West Virginians. Justice previously argued it “doesn’t matter” where he works. Justice is ignoring his constitutional obligation to West Virginians, with one Republican state senator saying he spends less time at the Statehouse than any governor…

DGA Releases New Video And Statement Calling On Bevin To Come Clean About Flights On State Plane At Today’s Forum

Today, the Democratic Governors Association is releasing a new video, “Turbulence,” highlighting Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin’s use of the state-owned plane to jet-set across the country and his refusal to answer questions about these trips. Bevin’s hit some turbulence on this issue, releasing an incomplete list detailing some of the flights he took on the…

Explosive New Report: Bevin Hired Disgraced VA Doctor To Combat Worst In Nation Hepatitis A Outbreak

Matt Bevin is facing questions about hiring a doctor to combat the state’s Hepatitis A outbreak who was fired for “egregious” misconduct from the VA. Dr. John “Mel” Bennett was fired from the VA for falsifying blood pressure readings for patients at highest risk of developing health problems due to hypertension. Dr. Bennett’s actions harmed…

DGA-Backed Group Launches New Ad In Kentucky

Today, Bluegrass Values, an independent organization backed by the Democratic Governors Association, released a new TV ad, “Bones.” The ad highlights how Gov. Matt Bevin’s record to undermine health care hurts Kentuckians. When Bevin didn’t get his way to cut health care for 100,000 Kentuckians, he slashed dental and vision care for children. Bevin is…

Govs Get It Done: Gov. Janet Mills Tells United Nations Maine Will Be Carbon Neutral by 2045 in Historic Address

“Maine won’t wait. Will you?” – Gov. Janet Mills Democratic Maine Gov. Janet Mills became the first sitting Maine governor to address the United Nations when she spoke at the U.N.’s Climate Action Summit yesterday. In her address, Gov. Mills spotlighted the work she has done since taking office to reverse the years of inaction…

Govs On Deck – September 23, 2019

Govs on Deck Sep 23, 2019

Govs On Deck – September 23, 2019

Good Monday morning and happy fall! 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,…

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DGA-Backed Group Launches New Ad In Kentucky

Govs On Deck – September 30, 2019

GOP Unity Watch: Ralph Abraham And Eddie Rispone Can’t Seem To Stop Attacking Each Other

Jaw-Dropping Report: Abraham Prescribed Opioids At “Alarming” Rate As Doctor

New Report Details How Jim Justice’s Absenteeism Is Costing West Virginians

DGA Releases New Video And Statement Calling On Bevin To Come Clean About Flights On State Plane At Today’s Forum

Explosive New Report: Bevin Hired Disgraced VA Doctor To Combat Worst In Nation Hepatitis A Outbreak

DGA-Backed Group Launches New Ad In Kentucky

Govs Get It Done: Gov. Janet Mills Tells United Nations Maine Will Be Carbon Neutral by 2045 in Historic Address

Govs On Deck – September 23, 2019