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Every State, Every Vote: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Signs Election Reforms Aimed At Breaking Down Barriers to The Ballot Box

Gov. Cuomo: “These measures are critical to ensuring a successful and fair election at one of the most important moments in our nation’s history.” Yesterday, Democratic New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed legislation to expand access to the ballot box this November. Under the new law, every registered voter in New York is allowed to…

Every State, Every Vote: Gov. Kate Brown and Bipartisan Coalition of Governors Call on Federal Government to Restore the Census Deadline

Brown: “The decennial census is the foundation of our democracy and tells the story of who we are and where we are going as a nation.” Yesterday, Every State, Every Vote Co-Chair Oregon Gov. Kate Brown called on U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Willbur Ross Jr. and U.S. Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham to restore…

What They’re Saying: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Democratic National Convention Speech

Last night, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo gave a speech at the Democratic National Convention. The speech was emblematic of his famous COVID-19 briefings, which captivated millions of Americans who turned to Democratic governors for leadership when the federal government bucked responsibility for the pandemic. Gov. Cuomo criticized the Trump administration’s poor handling of COVID-19…

Roundup: Democratic Governors Blast Lack of State Aid In Senate Republicans’ COVID-19 Relief Bill

Senate Republicans laid out a proposal for the next COVID-19 stimulus package that seeks to slash benefits for unemployed Americans and doesn’t include substantial aid to states and localities. Democratic governors across the country have pushed back on Republicans’ attempts to cut support for unemployed Americans and leave states in the lurch: Connecticut Gov. Ned…

Govs Get It Done: Democratic Governors Call on Trump, McConnell to Pass National Gun Reforms

12 Democratic governors have signed on to a letter calling for the president to work with Congress to pass national gun reforms Today, 12 Democratic governors sent a letter to President Trump and Senate Majority Leader McConnell calling for action on national gun safety reforms. The letter, led by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, was signed by…

Govs Get It Done: Democratic Governors’ Actions Will Help Ensure a Complete Count in 2020 Census

Today’s ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court temporarily blocks the controversial citizenship question from appearing on the 2020 U.S. Census. But even with this victory, the fight is far from over. President Trump is already asking if the census can be delayed to give his administration more time to get the question reinstated. And enough…

Democratic Governors Elect Gov. Cuomo as Next Vice Chair of National Governors Association

Today, America’s Democratic Governors voted to make New York Governor Andrew Cuomo the next Vice Chair of the National Governors Association. Montana Governor Steve Bullock is currently the Chair of the bipartisan organization through next July. Upon the conclusion of his term, a Republican will serve as NGA Chair, and Governor Cuomo will become Vice…

DGA Statement on Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Re-Election in New York

DGA Chair Governor Jay Inslee (D-WA) issued the following statement on Governor Andrew Cuomo’s re-election in New York: “Congratulations to my colleague Governor Andrew Cuomo for winning re-election in New York. New Yorkers can count on Governor Cuomo to be their champion and continue to expand policies like paid family leave, a higher minimum wage,…

DGA Statement on Governor Andrew Cuomo’s nomination in New York

Tonight, Democratic Governors Association Chair Governor Jay Inslee (WA) released the following statement on New York’s Democratic Primary: “Congratulations to Governor Andrew Cuomo for winning the Democratic nomination. Over the past eight years Governor Cuomo has been a champion for New Yorkers, expanding paid family leave and raising the minimum wage. Under his leadership, New…

DGA Statement on Republican Primary in New York

Today, Democratic Governors Association Executive Director Elisabeth Pearson released the following statement on Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro’s gubernatorial nomination in New York: “Marc Molinaro is little more than a mini-Trump who would bring Donald Trump’s disastrous policies to New York. Molinaro backed Trump’s tax scam that burdened everyday New Yorkers. Molinaro has opposed expanded…

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