PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 22 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Arizona Democratic Party congratulates the members of the Independent Redistricting Commission on their unanimous, bipartisan selection of both Dr. Erika Schupak Neuberg as Independent Chair and Democrat Derrick Watchman as Vice-Chair. Derrick Watchman is the first Native American Commissioner in the history of the Arizona IRC. A member of the Navajo Nation, Mr. Watchman has a long, distinguished h more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 22 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release: As the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission prepares to elect its independent chair, the Arizona Democratic Party urges the four appointed commissioners to exclude from consideration two candidates whose overt partisanship and deep ties to Republican elected officials render them wholly unqualified to lead this nonpartisan commission. Thomas Loquvam is a political professional with strong ties  more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 21 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * "Since election night 2016, Arizona Democrats have been working towards this day. Through historic victories and unprecedented challenges, we prevailed and delivered our 11 electoral votes to the Democratic nominee - a first in nearly 25 years. Arizona was the first state to flip on election night shifting the momentum and cutting off Trump's key paths to a second term. Arizona's electoral college v more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 22 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document on Jan. 21: Today, Governor Greg Abbott announced he was prioritizing efforts aimed at stealing money away from cities that reallocate law enforcement funding to enact police and social justice reforms that better protect communities of color. Abbott's pledge to "defund cities and counties" comes in the middle of the worst pandemic that our country has ever faced. Millions of Texas households have been inf more PR

WILMINGTON, Delaware, Jan. 22 -- The Delaware Democratic Party issued the following statement by Chair Betsy Maron commemorating inauguration of Delaware's President Joseph Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris: * * * "Yesterday's inauguration marks a momentous occasion in American history. With the swearing-in of the first woman to serve as Vice President, we have proclaimed to little girls, particularly those of color, that their American dream knows no bounds. They too can one day ascend  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Jan. 20 -- The Florida Democratic Party issued the following news: The Florida Democratic Party announced that veteran political operative and labor leader, Marcus L. Dixon, has been hired as its new Executive Director. In this role, Dixon will run FDP's day-to-day operations, as he works with newly-elected FDP Chairman Manny Diaz to oversee the Party's effort to fundraise, recruit and support Democratic candidates and build a year-round grassroots organizing operation tha more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 21 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following statement on Jan. 20: * * * Upon today's historic inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, Congresswoman Nikema Williams, Chairwoman of the Democratic Party of Georgia, released the following statement: "Unity and progress have won out over hate and division today in the United States. I am thrilled to congratulate President Joe Biden and my Soror Vice President Kamala Harris on thei more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 21 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following statement on Jan. 20: * * * After today's swearing-in of Senator Jon Ossoff and Senator Raphael Warnock, Congresswoman Nikema Williams, Chairwoman of the Democratic Party of Georgia, released the following statement: "Congratulations to my friends and Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock on their swearing-in, and for making history as Georgia's first Jewish Senator and first Black Senator to represent our gre more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 20 -- The Indiana Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Indiana Democratic Party, the organization that advocates for the future of Indiana and its families, today criticized Governor Eric Holcomb for being dishonest with Hoosiers about the economic realities of Indiana. During tonight's State of the State Address, Holcomb will try to declare the state's economy was strong before the COVID-19 pandemic, however, a recent report showed Indiana lost mo more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 20 -- The Indiana Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 19: The Indiana Democratic Party, the organization that advocates for the future of Indiana and its families, today criticized Governor Eric Holcomb for his tepid response to the COVID-19 pandemic for the state of Indiana. Holcomb's refusal to install a legitimate mask mandate (for political reasons) and his choice to lift state protections prematurely last summer resulted in a surge of COVI more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Jan. 20 -- The Indiana Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 19: The Indiana Democratic Party, the organization that advocates for the future of Indiana and its families, today slammed Governor Eric Holcomb for breaking his promise made during the 2020 State of the State Address and last year's gubernatorial election to increase the pay for Indiana's teachers. In his biennial budget submitted to the Indiana General Assembly last week, Gov. Holcomb int more PR

TOPEKA, Kansas, Jan. 23 -- The Kansas Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 22: On Thursday, January 21st, the Kansas Senate GOP once again rejected the nomination of Carl Folsom, Governor Laura Kelly's nominee to serve as a judge on the Kansas Court of Appeals. Carl Folsom was bipartisanly supported, with praise for the former public defender "pour[ing] in from all over the state, including from conservative Republicans who praised his integrity and legal acumen." Read mo more PR

AUGUSTA, Maine, Jan. 20 -- The Maine Democratic Party issued the following news release: Maine Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Marra and Vice Chair Erik Gundersen formally announced they will not seek re-election to their posts at the end of their terms. Marra first made the announcement at a November meeting of the Maine Democratic State Committee, the governing body of the Maine Democratic Party. The Democratic State Committee will meet Sunday, January 24 to elect a new chair and vice chair,  more PR

AUGUSTA, Maine, Jan. 21 -- The Maine Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * Following the swearing-in of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, Maine Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Marra released the following statement: "As President Biden said yesterday at a nationwide memorial for victims of COVID-19, 'To heal, we must remember. And it is hard sometimes to remember, but that's how we heal.' "Today, we remember all that we've lost. But we have hope for what' more PR

AUGUSTA, Maine, Jan. 19 -- The Maine Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Maine Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Marra released the following statement: "Today, we celebrate and remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a remarkable revolutionary who ignited a movement and peacefully stared down violent white supremacists who sought to keep Black Americans as second class citizens. "While we often rightly remember and celebrate Dr. Kin more PR

AUGUSTA, Maine, Jan. 22 -- The Maine Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Maine Democratic Party announced that their Virtual Food Drive to support the Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine had raised enough funds to provide nearly 65,000 meals. The Maine Democratic Party had originally set a goal to provide 16,000 meals across the state, but twice raised the goal thanks to the outpouring of support from Democrats. The Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine is an organization dedicated  more PR

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Jan. 21 -- The Maryland Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * Wednesday, January 20th, the Maryland Democratic Party released the following statement after President Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. signed seventeen executive orders, starting the process of building America back better: "Today, as he delivered his inaugural address, President Joe Biden told us that he would strengthen America at home and abroad -- restoring our nation's integrity and taking on  more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 18 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * The Michigan Democratic Party released the following statement on behalf of Chair Lavora Barnes. "It has become increasingly clear that there needs to be a full investigation into Senator Mike Shirkey's dealings with Michigan Militia groups. He has spoken at their rallies. He has defended their actions. And most recently it has come to light that he met with the leaders of three Michigan-based mi more PR

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 19 -- The Democratic Party of Missouri issued the following statement: * * * As we commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Missouri Democratic Party Chairman Michael Butler released the following statement: "This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we must reaffirm our belief that Black lives matter. We must commit ourselves to making sure that every American's rights to Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness are protected. What we've seen across our country, prote more PR

HELENA, Montana, Jan. 20 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release: Governor Gianforte announced Adam Meier as his pick to lead DPHHS, the largest department in the State of Montana. Meier served in a similar role in Kentucky during the disastrous tenure of former Governor Matt Bevin, where his department bungled the response to a Hepatitis A outbreak that went on to become the largest and deadliest in the nation. Hepatitis A is a vaccination preventable disease. Meier  more PR

HELENA, Montana, Jan. 20 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release: Governor Gianforte's tax proposal is for the richest Montanans. According to the non-partisan Montana Budget and Policy Center Montana's wealthiest 1% will get an average tax cut of $1,314 annually. The top 20% would receive 79% of the proposed tax benefit. The average Montanan would receive $1.16 per month in their paycheck and those in Montana that make less than $40,000 per year would get less than n more PR

HELENA, Montana, Jan. 21 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release: In week three of Montana's Legislative session, the Republican majority has offered zero bills to create jobs, and has instead been insistent on a suite of bills attacking Montanans' individual rights and freedoms. While Democrats have hit the ground running to lead with solutions that create jobs and put money in Montanans' pockets, their Republican counterparts have yet to show up where it matters. "R more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- The National Republican Senatorial Committee issued the following news release: Not even 24 hours after President Biden called for national unity and bipartisanship, liberal Senator Jeff Merkley is putting on the breaks. He warned President Biden against working with Senators on both sides of the aisle to find bipartisan solutions. Watch the clip: https://youtu.be/a0DANNwrfAY "It is so important that this administration not simply adopt, 'We're going to talk to the midd more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Jan. 21 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * North Carolina Democratic Party Chairman Wayne Goodwin released the following statement on the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. "It's a new day in America. North Carolina Democrats join families across the country today in congratulating President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on their historic inauguration. Joe Biden set out to restor more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Jan. 21 -- The Nebraska Democratic Party issued the following news release: Nebraska Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb on Wednesday congratulated President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris on their inauguration. "President Biden and Vice-President Harris will now take their rightful place and help put the last four years behind us and build back an America for everyone," Kleeb said. "I am filled with hope for our state and our nation because of the policies they w more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Jan. 20 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news: The North Carolina Democratic Party announced Kate Frauenfelder as Communications Director. Robert Howard will remain in his role as Senior Communications Advisor to facilitate the transition before transitioning to opportunities outside of the party. "We're delighted to welcome Kate Frauenfelder to the team at the start of the legislative session and on the cusp of the new Biden-Harris administr more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Jan. 23 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news: North Carolina Republicans are trying to erase the effects of and their role in the insurrection at the Capitol on January 6, 2021, even as one of their own -- Sen. Steinburg -- continues to repeat lies that the 2020 election was stolen after other legislative Republicans repeated dangerous lies about the election results. WRAL reports that in a video posted on Inauguration Day, Sen. Steinburg sa more PR

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Jan. 21 -- The Nevada Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * Nevada State Democratic Party Chair William McCurdy II released the following statement on the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris: "Today, we can finally exhale. After four long years of unrelenting hard work and dedication, we made history. I am overwhelmed with excitement and hope as we welcome Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to the White House. Together, they will f more PR

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Jan. 22 -- The Nevada Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * Nevada State Democratic Party Chair William McCurdy II released the following statement on the election of Jaime Harrison as Chair of the Democratic National Committee: "Congratulations to Jaime Harrison who I know will achieve incredible things as our next Chair of the Democratic National Committee. I know he has the heart and the commitment to electing Democrats up and down the ticket here in Nev more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 19 -- The Tennessee Democratic Party issued the following news release: "Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Personally and professionally, I cannot sum into thanks my admiration for the sacrifices of Dr. King and his family to create a path for people like me to continue to champion the rights of working class people. "As the first Black Chair of Tennessee's Democratic Party, I'm honored to be a part of a reckoning happening across our  more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 21 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following news: The Ohio Democratic Party released the following statements in recognition of the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris: From Chairwoman Liz Walters: "Last November, Americans turned out in record numbers to elect new leaders who will bring us together, heal our country and restore the soul of our nation. Starting today and in the coming days and weeks, President Joe Biden and Vice P more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 21 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: President Joe Biden said he will waste no time implementing a plan to restore the soul of our nation and build back our country better. On day one of his presidency, he is keeping that promise. Today, President Biden immediately put into action 17 executive orders. They include: * Calling for a nationwide 100-day face mask and social distancing mandate in federal buildings, on federal lands and by feder more PR

SALEM, Oregon, Jan. 22 -- The Oregon Democratic Party issued the following statement on Jan. 20: * * * In response to this afternoon's incident at the Democratic Party of Oregon Headquarters, the Party released the following statement: "We're frustrated and disappointed about the damage done to our Democratic Party of Oregon Headquarters in Portland this afternoon. We're thankful that none of our staff were in the building at the time. This is not the first time our building has been vandaliz more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 22 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: The Texas Democratic Party congratulates executive leadership on their tenure and announced their transition. After a combined 12 and a half years at the Texas Democratic Party, Manny Garcia and Cliff Walker announced that they will be stepping down from their roles and exploring new opportunities in the progressive movement. Stay tuned for updates on new leadership. Under Garcia and Walker's leadership, more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 22 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: After a combined 12 and a half years at the Texas Democratic Party, Manny Garcia and Cliff Walker announced today that they will be stepping down from their roles and exploring new opportunities in the progressive movement. As such, Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa has appointed Hannah Roe Beck to serve as Interim Executive Director of the Texas Democratic Party starting February 1st. Hannah more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 19 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: In an emergency meeting of the Texas Democratic Party's State Democratic Executive Committee (SDEC), the committee passed two resolutions calling for the resignations of 22 Texas Republicans who echoed Trump's dangerous rhetoric and aided and abetted his attempts to overthrow the will of the people while inciting the violence we saw at the Capitol that killed a police officer injured thousands and terroriz more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 20 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: Joe Biden has no plan to ease into his presidency. Biden will move on several initiatives in his first 100 days in office that benefit everyday Texans still recovering from the economic downturn by creating new energy sector jobs and financial relief for a generation sinking further and further into debt. Instead of even giving the appearance of working with the new government to end the coronavirus crisis more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 23 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document on Jan. 22: The Biden Administration's 100-day pause on deportations deemed low-risk was officially challenged by the State of Texas via a lawsuit filed by indicted Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Paxton's lawsuit stems from secret agreements that Trump Administration DHS officials made with several states and local counties regarding immigration enforcement. Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a similar  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 20 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: Over the weekend, West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin, the most moderate Senator in Congress, said that he believes Ted Cruz should be expelled from the Senate following Cruz's role in inciting domestic terrorists by objecting to the lawful election results on January 6th. Manchin joins the Texas Democratic Party, the State Democratic Executive Committee of the Texas Democratic Party, and several editorial  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 22 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: On his final day as president, Donald Trump issued pardons to 73 people, but missing from that list was Trump-loyalist, Indicted Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Paxton is being investigated by the FBI for fraud and abuse of power. Paxton led Trump's legal stand against the legitimate results of the 2020 presidential election without a shred of evidence election fraud had occurred. Paxton also spoke a more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 23 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: Across the Lone Star State, the rise in COVID-19 cases has led to a dismal 50 hospitals' intensive care units at, or over capacity for close to a month. While Republican Governor Greg Abbott boasts about distributing the vaccine to only 6% of Texans, hospitals and their staff across the state continue to be stretched thin. ICYMI: Texas Tribune: Facing a crush of COVID-19 patients, ICUs are completely ful more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 22 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: On his first day on the job, President Biden signed 17 executive orders that lead America into a new era of hope, including two orders that have a great impact on the Latino community. Holding true to his promise to human rights groups, voters and border communities, President Biden signed two executive orders that end the national emergency at the border and stop all further construction of the border wa more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 23 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: Despite polling that shows an overwhelming number of Americans believe Ted Cruz should resign from office for his incitement of Republican insurrectionists' deadly attack on the US Capitol, he is still considering a 2024 reelection or presidential run. ICYMI: Dallas Morning News: Ted Cruz still eyeing 2024 despite blowback for riot, calls Trump impeachment 'petty' and 'vindictive': https://www.dallasnews. more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 21 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following press document: Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement: "Texas Democrats are ecstatic Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have been inaugurated as the President and Vice President of the United States. But today is not simply a win for Democrats. Today we celebrate as Americans. After a difficult and dark four years, we have proven that our democracy has held, that the arc of justice bends  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 19 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following statement by Chair Gilberto Hinojosa and Vice Chair Carla Brailey: * * * "Today we celebrate not only Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life but the expectations he set for America. Dr. King dreamed of a society that respects the rights and affirms the dignity of all people, regardless of color or creed, gender or ethnicity. Today we celebrate the strides our society has made, with this country set to inaugurate the first wom more PR