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Teacher Appreciation Day a Reminder of Republican Governors' Disdain For Public Education

On Teacher Appreciation Day, families and students are reminded of the deep cuts Republican governors have made to education, which have led to teacher layoffs and increased class sizes. What’s worse is that they’ve largely made these cuts to pay for tax cuts and special deals for the wealthiest and well-connected. From Tom Corbett’s $1…

The Biggest Story You Missed Last Week: Haley's Most Recent Coverup

Governor Nikki Haley and her administration knew children were dying on her watch and, instead of working to fix the tragic problem, tried to cover it up. You might have missed the story – but it’s been the dominant news in South Carolina over the last week. Instead of taking action and firing the Department…

Walker & Corbett's Voter Suppression Laws Ruled Illegal

Governor Scott Walker and Governor Tom Corbett were both dealt tough blows yesterday when judges struck down Wisconsin and Pennsylvania’s voter ID laws. These blatant attempts by those vulnerable governors to prevent their citizens from voting have been part of a systematic effort by Republican governors across the country to help themselves and their right-wing…

Governors Shumlin & Hassan Urge Congress to Raise the Minimum Wage

Vermont Governor Peter Shumlin, Chair of the Democratic Governors Association, and New Hampshire Governor Maggie Hassan, Vice Chair of the Democratic Governors Association, today sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Reid, Minority Leader McConnell, Speaker Boehner and Minority Leader Pelosi urging Congress to raise the federal minimum wage to $10.10 an hour. “No American working…

Bruce Rauner Remains Silent on Racist Remarks from Local GOP Chair

been endorsed by numerous Republican organizations across Illinois. This week, the leader of one of those organizations, Jim Thompson, sent out <a href=”http://us5.campaign-archive1.com/?u=0c3211a5bc8042781471e0955&id=e548dd9b8a&e=451541894d”>an email</a> comparing President Barack Obama to the offspring of a zebra and a donkey saying, “we could have two living creatures the media will fawn over that is part white part black and all…

RGA Ad Backfire: SC Edition

The backfire continues against the RGA’s disgraceful ad against Vincent Sheheen. This time criticism is coming from RGA Chair Chris Christie’s own lawyer, who called the ad a “disgrace.” Others have called the ad “despicable” and the most “negative” political ad ever. Even South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, in 2010, condemned attacks on defense attorneys,…

How One Teacher's Dedication Made a Governor

Vermont Governor and DGA Chair Peter Shumlin explains how one teacher helped him defy those who said he would never learn to read.

RGA Misfires in Michigan & Humiliates Snyder in the Process

TV Ad Attacks Schauer For Bill That GOP Gov Signed Yesterday, the Republican Governors Association launched another attack ad against Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mark Schauer. The spot hit Schauer for a 2002 vote on a bipartisan bill that was signed by the state’s Republican governor and then extended by their own candidate, Governor Rick…

Millionaire Walt Havenstein: Tax Cheat or Marylander?

Today, millionaire Walt Havenstein announced his candidacy for New Hampshire governor on serious defense. For years, Havenstein has reaped thousands of dollars in tax benefits by claiming his “principal residence” in Bethesda, Maryland. But now, he wants to claim that New Hampshire is home so he can run for governor. Not so fast, Walt. It’s time…

Scott Walker Can’t Buy A New Record

TO: Interested Parties FR: Elisabeth Pearson, Political Director, Democratic Governors Association Jonathan Parker, Campaigns Director, EMILY’s List MEMO: Scott Walker Can’t Buy A New Record Today, Scott Walker will officially announce his bid for re-election. Despite the musings of reporters and operatives in Washington, D.C., Walker is one of the most vulnerable incumbent governors…

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