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Rep. Mikie Sherrill Has Double-Digit Lead In New Jersey Gov Primary, Per Internal Poll
1 week, 6 days ago

Rep. Mikie Sherrill Has Double-Digit Lead In New Jersey Gov Primary, Per Internal Poll

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Rep. Mikie Sherrill leads her closest opponent in New Jersey’s Democratic gubernatorial primary by 13 percentage points in an internal poll obtained by HuffPost that highlights her strong position in the Garden State’s June primary. In the campaign’s poll, Sherrill, a former U.S. Navy helicopter pilot and federal prosecutor with a mainstream liberal voting record, has the …

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Column: After past disappointments, Harris shows courage in VP choice
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Column: After past disappointments, Harris shows courage in VP choice

LA Times  

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris introduces Minnesota Gov. At a Pennsylvania campaign rally Tuesday where Harris and Walz appeared together publicly for the first time, Shapiro promised that “I’m gonna be working my tail off” for the Democratic ticket. It was the plainspoken Walz, after all, who came up with arguably this election cycle’s most effective adjective — a potential …

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California Republicans, long in the minority at home, get a Trump boost at RNC
5 months, 1 week ago

California Republicans, long in the minority at home, get a Trump boost at RNC

LA Times  

Eric Trump watches the roll call of states during the Republican National Convention on Monday night. California Republicans, long banished to the hinterlands of their home state’s politics, enjoyed being surrounded by like-minded conservatives at the Republican National Convention — and hearing some bashing of the blue state’s politicians and policies. “Every time I go out there I go, ‘Man, …

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GOP-led states have spent millions of dollars this year to help Texas secure border
5 months, 1 week ago

GOP-led states have spent millions of dollars this year to help Texas secure border

Raw Story  

This article was reported and written in collaboration with States Newsroom, the nation’s largest state-focused nonprofit news organization, and Stateline, a States Newsroom outlet covering trends in state policy. Brad Little sent 10 state police officers in April for a three-week, $205,655 assignment, one ISP trooper said the majority of the time was spent along the border wall assisting the …

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Long a Republican state, Louisiana is redder than ever under new governor
6 months ago

Long a Republican state, Louisiana is redder than ever under new governor

Associated Press  

— Louisiana has long been reliably red. With the help of the Legislature, he also upheld one of the country’s strictest abortion bans and pushed anti-LGBTQ+ policies, including Louisiana’s version of a “Don’t Say Gay” bill. Johnson, who was elected to the House in 2019, described Landry as easy to work with, transparent and a leader who he believes will …

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TN Gov. Invests Rs 743.38 Cr in Power Infrastructure
7 months, 2 weeks ago

TN Gov. Invests Rs 743.38 Cr in Power Infrastructure

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: State Electricity Minister Thangam Thenarasu said that the present government had spent Rs 743.38 crore in developing electricity infrastructure by revamping the old transformers that were not functioning properly all over the State and ensured that three phase power supply to agricultural connections was given for 12 to 16 hours every day. In a statement here on Tuesday, the …

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Migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis can sue charter flight company
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis can sue charter flight company

Hindustan Times  

BOSTON — Lawyers representing migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard nearly two years ago by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis can sue the charter flight company that transported them to the island off the Massachusetts coast, according to a ruling Monday by a federal judge in Boston. “We look forward to Florida's next illegal immigrant relocation flight, and we are glad to …

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Mississippi GOP Gov. Tate Reeves Survives Spirited Democratic Challenge
1 year, 1 month ago

Mississippi GOP Gov. Tate Reeves Survives Spirited Democratic Challenge

Huff Post  

Tate Reeves turned the gubernatorial race into a referendum on the two parties in a state that leans strongly Republican. Reeves defeated Democrat Brandon Presley, a public service commissioner and cousin to rock-n-roll pioneer Elvis Presley, who would have been the first Democrat to run the state in two decades. “I don’t believe the state can weather another four years …

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New Hampshire’s presidential primary ballots will have 24 Republicans and 21 Democrats, but no Biden
1 year, 1 month ago

New Hampshire’s presidential primary ballots will have 24 Republicans and 21 Democrats, but no Biden

Associated Press  

CONCORD, N.H. — A presidential primary filing period marked by lights, cameras and action has come to a close at the New Hampshire secretary of state’s office. The simplest path to get on the New Hampshire presidential primary ballot is to submit a Declaration of Candidacy and pay a $1,000 filing fee. New Hampshire has held the nation’s first presidential …

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$19,000 Lectern For Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Sparks Audit Calls
1 year, 2 months ago

$19,000 Lectern For Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Sparks Audit Calls

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING LITTLE ROCK, Ark. “But this is something the state’s been reimbursed for, and I think there are some people who are always going to be angry and always looking for something to complain about and that’s what they’re picking for right now.” The lectern’s purchase was first uncovered by Matthew Campbell, an attorney and blogger who has …

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law to protect doctors who mail abortion pills to other states
1 year, 2 months ago

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law to protect doctors who mail abortion pills to other states

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law on Wednesday that aims to stop other states from prosecuting doctors and pharmacists who mail abortion pills to patients in places where the procedure is banned. The new law goes further by forbidding authorities from cooperating with out-of-state investigations into doctors who mail abortion pills to patients in other …

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A Democratic prosecutor is challenging her suspension by Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis
1 year, 3 months ago

A Democratic prosecutor is challenging her suspension by Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — A Florida state attorney whose suspension marks the second time Republican Gov. DeSantis failed to demonstrate that Monique Worrell was incompetent or neglected her duties when he suspended her last month, the former top prosecutor for metro Orlando said in a petition seeking to reverse the order. “The order does not allege a single instance in which …

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Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann wins heated GOP primary as statewide candidates square off
1 year, 4 months ago

Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann wins heated GOP primary as statewide candidates square off

Associated Press  

Delbert Hosemann defeated state Sen. Chris McDaniel in the state’s bitter Republican primary for lieutenant governor Tuesday, staving off a primary challenge for one of the most powerful positions in Mississippi government. Here are the results of other statewide contests: ATTORNEY GENERAL Republican incumbent Lynn Fitch and Democratic challenger Greta Kemp Martin won their party primaries after running unopposed. SECRETARY …

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'He thinks he owns Iowa': Trump's attacks have left conservatives fuming in crucial state
1 year, 5 months ago

'He thinks he owns Iowa': Trump's attacks have left conservatives fuming in crucial state

Raw Story  

Former President Donald Trump is alienating conservative voices in Iowa, the first state in the calendar to hold a GOP presidential contest, as the primary season draws nearer, reportedThe New York Times on Tuesday. "He lashed out at Iowa’s popular Republican governor, Kim Reynolds, and then his campaign informed one of the state’s politically influential evangelical leaders, Bob Vander Plaats, …

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Disney scraps plans for new $1 billion Florida campus amid fight with Gov. Ron DeSantis
1 year, 7 months ago

Disney scraps plans for new $1 billion Florida campus amid fight with Gov. Ron DeSantis

Associated Press  

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — The Walt Disney Co. announced Thursday that it was scrapping plans to build a new campus in central Florida and relocate 2,000 employees from Southern California to work in digital technology, finance and product development. Disney had planned to build the campus about 20 miles from the giant Walt Disney World theme park resort, but …

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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Comes Up Empty On Housing In State Budget
1 year, 7 months ago

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Comes Up Empty On Housing In State Budget

Huff Post  

Speaking about the failure of her housing plan, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced an ambitious plan to increase New York’s housing supply in February, she framed it as a response to a “housing crisis that requires bold actions and an all-hands-on-deck approach.” In her New York Housing Compact, Hochul proposed building 800,000 more housing units over the next decade …

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Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp defeats Stacey Abrams in rematch
2 years, 1 month ago

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp defeats Stacey Abrams in rematch

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Republican Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp turned back a second electoral challenge from Democratic challenger Stacey Abrams, maintaining GOP control in the South’s most politically competitive state and dealing another defeat to the national Democratic star. “This election proves that when Republicans stay focused on real world solutions that put hard-working people first, we can win now, but also …

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Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee wins 1st full term in office
2 years, 1 month ago

Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee wins 1st full term in office

Associated Press  

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island Democratic Gov. “We’re going to keep it, and we’re just getting started.” McKee sought to differentiate himself from Kalus by talking about how he’s a lifelong Rhode Islander with decades of public service in the state. She told voters she would end the “I know a guy system” in Rhode Island and help working families. …

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Democrat Seth Magaziner wins US House seat in Rhode Island
2 years, 1 month ago

Democrat Seth Magaziner wins US House seat in Rhode Island

Associated Press  

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — State Treasurer Seth Magaziner has won the congressional seat in Rhode Island being vacated by longtime U.S. Rep. Jim Langevin, keeping it in Democratic control. I will fight to bring Rhode Island values to Washington.” Magaziner also congratulated Fung on a “hard-fought campaign” and thanked him for his career in public service. Magaziner and the Democratic Congressional …

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Vermont GOP Gov. Scott reelected in deep blue state
2 years, 1 month ago

Vermont GOP Gov. Scott reelected in deep blue state

Associated Press  

Voters in deep-blue Vermont elected Republican Gov. But Scott also has pushed, he says, to, make Vermont more affordable, and protect the vulnerable through efforts such as fighting the opioid epidemic, strengthening the mental health system and working to protect the environment. Siegel, speaking Tuesday night at the Democratic Party’s campaign event in Burlington, said the campaign gave her the …

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'Fundamental Right Under Art. 21': Calcutta HC Orders State Gov To Pay Dearness Allowance To Employees Within 3 Months
2 years, 7 months ago

'Fundamental Right Under Art. 21': Calcutta HC Orders State Gov To Pay Dearness Allowance To Employees Within 3 Months

Live Law  

In a significant development, the Calcutta High Court on Friday upheld an order of the West Bengal Administrative Tribunal and accordingly directed the State government to release the Dearness Allowance and Arrear Dearness Allowance to its employees as per the West Bengal Services Rules, 2009 within a period of 3 months. A Bench comprising Justice Harish Tandon and Justice Rabindranath …

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Birbhum Massacre: NHRC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance, Directs State Gov To Submit Detailed Report Within 4 Weeks
2 years, 9 months ago

Birbhum Massacre: NHRC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance, Directs State Gov To Submit Detailed Report Within 4 Weeks

Live Law  

The National Human Rights Commission on Thursday took suo motu cognizance of media reports that eight persons were allegedly burnt to death in Birbhum district of West Bengal after a TMC leader was killed in a bomb attack.The murder of a deputy pradhan in Bogtui village in West Bengal's Birbhum district on Monday evening led to at least eight houses …

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WB Municipal Polls: Calcutta HC Directs State Gov To Provide Police Protection To BJP Candidates On Payment Of Costs
2 years, 9 months ago

WB Municipal Polls: Calcutta HC Directs State Gov To Provide Police Protection To BJP Candidates On Payment Of Costs

Live Law  

The Calcutta High Court on Friday directed the State government to extend police protection to BJP candidates contesting in the upcoming West Bengal Municipal elections by providing one Armed Police Officer to each candidate subject to payment of costs by the candidates themselves. The BJP candidates had preferred an appeal before the Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Prakash Shrivastava and …

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Gov Dan McKee formally announces gubernatorial bid
2 years, 10 months ago

Gov Dan McKee formally announces gubernatorial bid

Associated Press  

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Gov. Dan McKee, touting his history as a small business owner and his work in helping Rhode Island pull through and recover from the coronavirus pandemic, announced as expected Tuesday that he will seek a full four-year term as governor. “I am running to create good-paying jobs, and support small businesses, to grow our economy, and …

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