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Connecticut Democratic Party: Connecticut Voters Rejected Extremism (10)
HARTFORD, Connecticut, Nov. 9 -- The Connecticut Democratic Party issued the following news release:
Voters across Connecticut rejected anti-choice, anti-LGBTQ, election-denying messages of extreme Republicans, defying predictions of historic mid-term losses to the party of the sitting President by re-electing the federal delegation, the Governor, electing Democratic constitutional officers, and holding majorities in the state House and Senate.
"Voters at the state and local levels chose candi more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia Statement on Fulton County Abortion Ban Ruling (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 16 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following statement on Nov. 15, 2022:
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After a Fulton County judge issued a ruling today overturning Georgia's six-week abortion ban, Congresswoman Nikema Williams, Chairwoman of the Democratic Party of Georgia, released the following statement.
"Today's ruling is a victory and a relief for women across the state whose health and well-being have been at risk for months under Governor Brian Kemp's dangerous six-week a more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia Statement on Passing of Speaker David Ralston (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 18 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following statement on Nov. 17, 2022:
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Following the news of Georgia House Speaker David Ralston's passing, Congresswoman Nikema Williams, Chairwoman of the Democratic Party of Georgia, released the following statement.
"Georgia Democrats join the entire state in mourning Speaker David Ralston. Speaker Ralston was a statesman who led with fairness and honesty, looked for common ground, and always put his commitment t more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: As Judge Overturns Georgia Abortion Ban, Herschel Walker Supports Nationwide Abortion Ban (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 16 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2022:
As a Fulton County judge overturns Georgia's ban on abortion after six weeks, it's worth noting that Herschel Walker supports both the Georgia ban and a proposed nationwide abortion ban, and opposes exceptions in cases of rape, incest, or even to save the life of the mother, saying, there's "no exception in [his] mind."
Read more on Walker's out-of-step position below:
11 Alive: He more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: From Fright Night To Late Night - Walker's "Incredibly Bizarre" Vampires Rant Mocked (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 19 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release:
Herschel Walker's bizarre Fright Night rant has officially made it to Late Night. Walker's "incredibly bizarre and completely real" speech about "vampires, werewolves, faith, politics, and garlic" is reminding Georgians once again that the Trump-tapped candidate is incredibly unfit to represent them in the U.S. Senate.
Watch for yourself:
Late Night with Seth Meyers (WATCH: https://youtu.be/zKHrzxT more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: No Way Walker - Atlanta Leaders, Voters Stand Against Herschel Walker (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 18 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release on Nov. 17, 2022:
Atlanta leaders and voters held a press conference highlighting how Herschel Walker lacks the character and the competence to be Georgia's U.S. Senator. Speakers discussed how Walker's long, damning pattern of lies, scams, and disturbing conduct proves he is not fit to represent Georgians.
With Georgia's Senate runoff election rapidly approaching -- early voting begins no later than more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: No Way Walker - Augusta Mayor Hardie Davis, Local Leaders and Voters Stand Against Herschel Walker (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 15 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2022:
Augusta voters held a press conference highlighting how Herschel Walker lacks the character and the competence to be Georgia's U.S. Senator. Speakers discussed how Walker's long, damning pattern of lies, scams, and disturbing conduct proves he is not fit to represent Georgians.
With Georgia's Senate runoff election rapidly approaching -- early voting is November 28th through Decembe more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: No Way Walker - Savannah Leaders, Voters Stand Against Herschel Walker (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 19 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2022:
Savannah leaders and voters held a press conference highlighting how Herschel Walker lacks the character and the competence to be Georgia's U.S. Senator. Speakers discussed how Walker's long, damning pattern of lies, scams, and disturbing conduct proves he is not fit to represent Georgians.
With Georgia's Senate runoff election rapidly approaching -- early voting begins no later tha more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: On Marriage Equality, Walker Said "That's Against Stuff That I Believe" (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 18 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release:
It's worth remembering that while the U.S. Senate voted to protect same-sex and interracial marriages on a bipartisan basis, Herschel Walker has said that protecting same-sex marriage equality is "against stuff that I believe in."
WABE: Warnock: Walker 'on a Georgia tour waging war against trans people'
* Walker has been asked repeatedly whether he supports same-sex marriage and if he would support more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: Problem With The Truth - Georgia Voters Say They Don't Feel "Comfortable Trusting Walker At All," Sound Off On His Pattern Of Lies (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 16 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release:
Herschel Walker has a problem with the truth -- and with Georgia voters who don't trust him. New reporting from Axios Atlanta highlighted a recent focus group of swing voters who said they don't feel "comfortable trusting Walker at all" and "would never feel good about voting for somebody like that."
From falsehoods about his academic achievements and business success, to flat-out lies about working more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: Walker Proves Yet Again That He Isn't Fit to Represent Georgia (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 17 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release:
Herschel Walker continues to show Georgians that he is not fit to represent the state. When he's not dodging Georgians' questions, the Republican candidate is stumbling over basic policy questions. So far this cycle, he has said that Georgians with diabetes "got to eat right" rather than worry about insulin costs, claimed Medicaid "has not been good" when asked about expanding it, and suggested Georg more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: Walker...What? GOP Candidate Proves Yet Again He Is Unfit For Office (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 18 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release on Nov. 17, 2022:
With less than 20 days until the Georgia Senate runoff Herschel Walker has finally found his closing message: the plot of Twilight. On Wednesday, Walker delivered an unorthodox stump speech, explaining to voters in great detail how werewolves can kill vampires.
While Walker is no stranger to bizarre statements, he is proving again it's hard to run for office when you have nothing to more PR
Democratic Party of Georgia: What Georgians Are Seeing - Augusta Mayor Hardie Davis, Local Leaders, and Voters Say "No Way Walker" (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 16 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2022:
Yesterday, Augusta voters held a press conference highlighting how Herschel Walker lacks the character and the competence to be Georgia's U.S. Senator. With Georgia's Senate runoff election rapidly approaching -- early voting is November 28th through December 2nd, and Election Day is on December 6th -- speakers reminded Georgians why Walker has not earned their vote to represent them more PR
DPNM Responds To Donald Trump's Presidential Campaign Announcement (10)
SANTA FE, New Mexico, Nov. 17 -- The New Mexico Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 15, 2022:
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The Democratic Party of New Mexico released the following statement after Donald Trump announced his plans to run for President in the 2024 election.
"For four years, our country suffered under the presidency of Donald Trump. In his announcement speech at Mar-a-Lago, we heard him shift blame and make excuses for the many failures of his presidency. As president, he flagrantl more PR
DSCC, Warnock for Georgia, and the Democratic Party of Georgia Statement on Court Ruling In Favor Of Saturday Early Voting (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee issued the following statement on Nov. 18, 2022:
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The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC), the Warnock for Georgia campaign, and the Democratic Party of Georgia (DPG) released the following statement in response to the Superior Court of Fulton County ruling allowing Saturday voting in the runoff election to proceed.
Statement from Warnock Campaign Manager Quentin Fulks, DSCC Executive Director Christie Robert more PR
DSCC, Warnock for Georgia, and the Democratic Party of Georgia Sue To Allow Saturday Early Voting in Georgia Runoff Election (10)
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 16 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release:
The Warnock for Georgia campaign, the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC), and the Democratic Party of Georgia (DPG) have filed a lawsuit in the Superior Court of Fulton County to protect Georgians' access to Saturday early voting.
"Illegal attempts to block Saturday voting are another desperate attempt by career politicians to squeeze the people out of their own democracy and to silence more PR
DSCC, Warnock for Georgia, and the Democratic Party of Georgia Sue To Allow Saturday Early Voting in Georgia Runoff Election (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee issued the following news release:
The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC), the Warnock for Georgia campaign, and the Democratic Party of Georgia (DPG) have filed a lawsuit in the Superior Court of Fulton County to protect Georgians' access to Saturday early voting.
Key points from the motion:
* The Secretary's interpretation misreads and cherry-picks provisions that have no application to runoffs. Section Sec. 21 more PR
Florida Democratic Party: One Year Later, Biden Delivered Where Trump Failed - Infrastructure Law Rebuilding Florida (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 16 -- The Florida Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 15, 2022:
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Florida Democratic Party Chair Manny Diaz released the following statement on the one year anniversary of President Biden signing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill into law.
"While Trump and the Republican-controlled Congress talked a big game about an infrastructure week that they repeatedly failed to deliver, President Biden and Democrats have delivered an infrastructure dec more PR
Indiana Democratic Party: ICYMI - American Rescue Plan Delivers Public Safety Investments for Indianapolis (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 15 -- The Indiana Democratic Party issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2022:
The Indiana Democratic Party, the organization that advocates for the future of Indiana and its families, today celebrated the brighter economic future the American Rescue Plan is delivering for Indianapolis. This time, the Rescue Plan will use about $3.5 million to improve the public's perception of the City about a year ahead of the NBA's All-Star Game in February 2024. Investmen more PR
Indiana Democratic Party: One Year Later, Democrats Delivered Where Republicans Failed - Infrastructure Law Transforming the Crossroads of America (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 16 -- The Indiana Democratic Party issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2022:
One year ago today, Democrats like Andre Carson and Frank Mrvan delivered what Indiana Republicans never could: a once-in-a-generation investment in our nation's roads, bridges, railroads, ports, airports, water systems, and high-speed internet via the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (The Jobs Act).
Indiana Democratic Party Chairman Mike Schmuhl released the following state more PR
Nevada State Democratic Party Celebrates Victory in 2022 Midterm Elections (10)
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Nov. 13 -- The Nevada Democratic Party issued the following news release:
The Nevada State Democratic Party released the following statement celebrating its hard-won victory in Nevada's 2022 midterm elections.
"This midterm has been among the most challenging in our party's history," said Nevada State Democratic Party Chair Judith Whitmer, "Nevertheless, Democrats in Nevada and across the country have defied pundits and political trends alike. Words cannot express our pride more PR
New Hampshire Democratic Party: Representatives Matt Wilhelm and Alexis Simpson Elected as Democratic Leadership (10)
CONCORD, New Hampshire, Nov. 19 -- The New Hampshire Democratic Party issued the following news release on Nov. 17, 2022:
During today's House organizational caucus, Representative Matt Wilhelm (D-Manchester) was elected to serve as Democratic nominee for Speaker. Representative Alexis Simpson (D-Exeter) will assume duties as chairwoman of the NH House Democratic Victory Campaign Committee.
House Democratic Leader Matt Wilhelm released the following statement following the caucus:
"I am grate more PR
New Hampshire Democratic Party: Senator Donna Soucy Unanimously Selected as Senate Democratic Leader (10)
CONCORD, New Hampshire, Nov. 12 -- The New Hampshire Democratic Party issued the following news release:
During today's organizational caucus, Senator Donna Soucy of Manchester was unanimously selected to serve as Democratic Leader. Senator Soucy was elected earlier this week to her sixth term in the State Senate and has served as leader of the Senate Democrats since 2018.
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Senate Democratic Leader Donna Soucy released the following statement following the caucus:
"I am humbled to once more PR
NHDP and Task Force Chair Announce 2022 Blue Hampshire Task Force Co-Chairs (10)
CONCORD, New Hampshire, Nov. 18 -- The New Hampshire Democratic Party issued the following news release on Nov. 16, 2022:
Chairman Ray Buckley of the New Hampshire Democratic Party and Executive Director Troy Price announced new co-chairs for the 2022 Task Force on Building a Blue Hampshire.
The Task Force is charged with exploring the coordination and strategy of previous campaigns and will create a report making recommendations for how to build for a successful 2024 election year and beyond. more PR
NHDP Statement on Nancy Pelosi Stepping Down as Speaker of U.S. House of Representatives (10)
CONCORD, New Hampshire, Nov. 19 -- The New Hampshire Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 17, 2022:
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In response to Speaker Nancy Pelosi stepping down from Democratic leadership in the United States House of Representatives, NHDP Ray Buckley released the following statement.
"Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has been one of the toughest, most effective strategists and leaders the Democratic Party has ever known. Since she was first elected to the House in 1987, congre more PR
NHDP Statement On Trump Campaign Announcement (10)
CONCORD, New Hampshire, Nov. 18 -- The New Hampshire Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 16, 2022:
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In response to today's announcement that disgraced Donald Trump will be seeking another term in the Oval Office after being defeated for his re-election bid, NHDP Chair Ray Buckley released the following statement.
"Democrats and independent voters across New Hampshire are united against the disgraced, twice-impeached and defeated ex-president serving another four years more PR
NJDSC Chairman Releases Statement on Nancy Pelosi Stepping Down as Top House Democrat (10)
TRENTON, New Jersey, Nov. 18 -- The New Jersey Democratic State Committee issued the following statement on Nov. 17, 2022:
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Following House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's decision today to step aside from Democratic Party leadership, New Jersey Democratic State Committee Chairman LeRoy J. Jones, Jr. is releasing the following statement.
"Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has been a staunch defender of Democratic ideals and values from the moment she entered the House in 1987, which is what has m more PR
North Carolina Democratic Party: ICYMI - North Carolina Faith Leaders Call Out Mark Robinson's Dangerous Rhetoric (10)
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Nov. 17 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news:
Reporting from The Assembly profiles Mark Robinson's fiery visits to churches across North Carolina, characterizing him as "a drill sergeant readying his troops for the culture wars" and quoting a dozen faith leaders and scholars who are issuing critical warnings about the impact of his dangerous rhetoric.
Read some of what they said:
* Robinson "fails to incorporate the strong biblical emphasis more PR
North Carolina Democratic Party: One Year Later, Biden Delivered Where Trump Failed - Infrastructure Law Rebuilding North Carolina (10)
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Nov. 16 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 15, 2022:
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North Carolina Democratic Party Chair Bobbie Richardson released the following statement on the one year anniversary of President Biden signing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill into law.
"While Donald Trump and his Republican Congress talked a big game about an infrastructure week that they ultimately failed to deliver, President Biden and Democrats have delivered a more PR
Ohio Democratic Party: One Year Later - The Infrastructure Bill is Delivering for Ohioans (10)
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 16 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following news:
One year after Ohio Democrats helped pass an historic investment in American workers and infrastructure, working families are already seeing results.
While Ohio Democrats made the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law possible, Ohio Republicans including Troy Balderson, Mike Carey, Steve Chabot, Warren Davidson, Bob Gibbs, Bill Johnson, Jim Jordan, Dave Joyce, Bob Latta, Mike Turner and Brad Wenstrup voted against the law, more PR
Roundup: NH House Dems Close the Gap With 2 Pickups in Recounts (10)
CONCORD, New Hampshire, Nov. 18 -- The New Hampshire Democratic Party issued the following news release on Nov. 16, 2022:
In case you missed it, following the recounts of several State House races, Democrats flipped two seats, closing the gap between Democrats and Republicans to 200 Republican Seats to 199 Democratic seats, with a Wednesday morning recount ending in a tie.
Maxine Mosley, Democratic candidate for State House in Manchester Ward 6, flipped the seat for Democrats on Monday after t more PR
Texas Democratic Party: Chairman Hinojosa Releases Statement Celebrating Donald Trump's Announcement of 2024 Presidency Bid (10)
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 17 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 16, 2022:
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Tonight, Texas Democratic Party Chairman Gilberto Hinojosa released the following statement celebrating Donald Trump's announcement of his 2024 presidency bid.
"Tonight, Texas Democrats celebrate the announcement of our twice-impeached, under-investigation, under-subpoena, former president's 2024 presidency bid. We look forward to Donald Trump galvanizing Democrats across the country fo more PR
Vermont Democrats Celebrate Historic Wins (10)
MONTPELIER, Vermont, Nov. 17 -- The Vermont Democratic Party issued the following news release on Nov. 16, 2022:
Tonight, Tuesday November 8, Vermont decisively elected a historic slate of Democratic candidates, standing against GOP extremism and proving that the vast majority of Vermont aligns with the Democratic Party's core principles of equity, progress, and a sustainable and affordable future for all.
Senator-elect Peter Welch is taking the seat of Vermont legend Senator Patrick Leahy, an more PR
Virginia Democratic Party: AARON ROUSE TO BE DEMOCRATIC NOMINEE FOR SD-07 SPECIAL ELECTION (10)
RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 18 -- The Virginia Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 17, 2022:
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Democratic Party of Virginia Chairwoman Susan Swecker released the following statement on Aaron Rouse becoming the Democratic nominee for Virginia's 7th Senate District special election.
"Congratulations to Aaron Rouse, a born and raised Virginian and faithful public servant, for becoming the Democratic nominee for the 7th State Senate District.
"Whether it was serving on the V more PR
Wisconsin Democratic Party: One Year Later, President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Is Rebuilding Wisconsin (10)
MADISON, Wisconsin, Nov. 16 -- The Wisconsin Democratic Party issued the following news on Nov. 15, 2022:
On the first anniversary of President Biden signing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill into law, delivering on his promise to invest in our nation's infrastructure, we're highlighting the progress Wisconsin has made delivering safer roads and bridges, expanding rural broadband, and improving resilience to climate change since this critical legislation was passed.
While Donald Trump and Rep more PR
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