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The Hill: “The Political Magic of Democratic Governors”

A new op-ed in The Hill highlights how Democratic governors are today’s best example of leadership and action when it comes to addressing the biggest challenges Americans face, all while Republicans are busy bringing chaos and extremism to a divided federal government. “One of the great untold stories of politics in 2023…is the truly exceptional…

In State of the State Address, Gov. Laura Kelly Outlines Bipartisan Agenda for Kansas: Tax Relief, Better Public Schools, and Health Care

In her first state of the union of her second term in office, Gov. Laura Kelly called for putting politics aside to achieve bipartisan solutions for Kansans — just like she’s done throughout her first term in office. The governor outlined her “Axing Your Taxes” plan to give $500 million tax relief to Kansans over…

Statement from DGA Chair Gov. Phil Murphy on 50th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade

From the Chair’s Desk Jan 23, 2023

Statement from DGA Chair Gov. Phil Murphy on 50th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade

On the 50th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, DGA Chair Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement: “50 years after the U.S. Supreme Court established a constitutional right to an abortion, we are unfortunately at a crisis moment for the future of abortion access. After the Supreme Court ripped up Roe v. Wade,…

New Poll: “Majority of Mississippi Voters Prefer New Governor in 2023”

A new poll from Siena College/Mississippi Today shows Republican Gov. Tate Reeves could face trouble heading into the election year, with 57% of all voters saying they would support “someone else” as governor in 2023 – including 67% of independent voters and one third of Republicans. The poll also found Reeve’s approval is an abysmal…

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Maryland Gov. Wes Moore

From the Chair’s Desk Jan 18, 2023

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Maryland Gov. Wes Moore

Today, 2023 DGA Chair and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement on Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s inauguration: “Today, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore made history by becoming the state’s first Black governor and only the third Black elected governor in American history. “As a combat veteran in the U.S. Army, Gov. Moore learned…

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro

From the Chair’s Desk Jan 17, 2023

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro

Today, 2023 DGA Chair and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement on Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s inauguration: “Congratulations to Gov. Josh Shapiro on his inauguration as governor of Pennsylvania. “Gov. Shapiro made history by winning the governor’s race by the largest margin for a non-incumbent since 1946. He did that by showing…

NEW: Another Poll Shows Gov. Andy Beshear Widely Popular Across Party Lines Heading into 2023

Gov. Beshear’s Approval Rating at 60% overall, 46% with Republicans in New Morning Consult Poll A new poll from Morning Consult shows Gov. Andy Beshear kicking off the election year with strong support from Kentuckians across party lines. The poll shows the governor’s overall approval rating at 60%, making him one of the nation’s most…

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Colorado Gov. Jared Polis

From the Chair’s Desk Jan 10, 2023

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Colorado Gov. Jared Polis

Today, 2023 DGA Chair and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement on Colorado Gov. Jared Polis’ inauguration: “In his first term, Gov. Polis delivered real results for Colorado families — saving Coloradans money on health care, cutting taxes for small businesses, and enacting free universal full-day kindergarten. “With his swearing-in to a…

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek

From the Chair’s Desk Jan 09, 2023

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek

Today, 2023 DGA Chair and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement on Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek’s inauguration: “Congratulations to Gov. Tina Kotek on her inauguration as governor of Oregon and making history as one of two women serving as the nation’s first openly lesbian governors in American history. Gov. Kotek is ready…

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly

From the Chair’s Desk Jan 09, 2023

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly

Today, 2023 DGA Chair and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement on DGA Vice Chair and Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly’s inauguration: “Congratulations to Gov. Laura Kelly on her inauguration to a second term today. “In her first term, Gov. Kelly got Kansas back on track by working with both parties to balance…

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The Hill: “The Political Magic of Democratic Governors”

In State of the State Address, Gov. Laura Kelly Outlines Bipartisan Agenda for Kansas: Tax Relief, Better Public Schools, and Health Care

Statement from DGA Chair Gov. Phil Murphy on 50th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade

New Poll: “Majority of Mississippi Voters Prefer New Governor in 2023”

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Maryland Gov. Wes Moore

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro

NEW: Another Poll Shows Gov. Andy Beshear Widely Popular Across Party Lines Heading into 2023

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Colorado Gov. Jared Polis

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek

DGA Statement on the Swearing-In of Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly