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Politics: Democratic Party Newsletter for Sunday November 19, 2023 ( 31 items )  

Arizona Democratic Party: ICYMI - "Kari Lake 2.0 Wants a New 2022 Election? So Much for Moving On" [Laurie Roberts for Arizona Republic]
PHOENIX, Arizona, Nov. 18 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release: Kari Lake continues to be Republicans' nightmare Senate candidate who "just can't help herself" when it comes to pushing election conspiracy theories. Washington Republicans have been "freaking out" about Lake's candidacy, and she demonstrated at least twice this week that she has no intentions of giving up her attempts to overturn the results of her failed gubernatorial election. As KPNX/12News repor  more

Arizona Democratic Party: Roll The Lake Tapes - "Put Cameras In The Classrooms"
PHOENIX, Arizona, Nov. 15 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2023: This week marks the two year anniversary of GOP nightmare Senate candidate Kari Lake proposing that students and teachers should be surveilled by putting cameras in classrooms. Lake's proposal was called a "digital paradise for predators." Roll The Lake Tapes... Kari Lake on Surveilling Schools: "And I want to see these same types of accountability measures in schools. Put cameras in  more

Arizona Democratic Party: Where In The World Is Kari Lake? In Florida, Of Course
PHOENIX, Arizona, Nov. 15 -- The Arizona Democratic Party issued the following news release: Where in the world was Kari Lake this weekend? In Florida, at a convention of extremists and conspiracy theorists to hawk her book. Over the weekend, Kari Lake was in West Palm Beach, Florida for #Walk-A-Con's 5th Anniversary. #Walk-A-Con is organized by Brandon Straka who is a pro-Trump influencer sentenced to three years of probation for his role in the January 6th insurrection and whose organization  more

FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY CELEBRATES TWO YEARS OF BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE LAW
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 16 -- The Florida Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 15, 2023: * * * Today marks the second anniversary of President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. In response, the Florida Democratic Party has issued the following statement: "President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has brought billions of our tax dollars back into the State of Florida, with even more still to come," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried. "The numbers are eye popping: $13.3  more

FLORIDA DEMOCRATS WARN DONALD TRUMP PRESIDENCY WOULD HAVE "DEVASTATING CONSEQUENCES" FOR IMMIGRANTS
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 17 -- The Florida Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 16, 2023: * * * In response to Donald Trump's renewed focus on expanding his inhumane immigration agenda, the Florida Democratic Party has issued the following statement: "Donald Trump's presidency had devastating consequences for immigrants -- we should never forget the images of children separated from their parents and forced into cages," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried. "It was one of the darke  more

Georgia Democrats Celebrate 2 Years of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 16 -- The Democratic Party of Georgia issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2023: Today, Georgia Democrats held a press conference celebrating two years of President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law delivering for Georgia. At the Northeast Beltline Trail, one of many infrastructure projects that has received BIL funding, State Sen. Sonya Halpern and Atlanta-North Georgia Labor Council President Sandra Lee Williams highlighted the impact that the landmark law   more

ICYMI: Across the Country, DNC Billboards Celebrate President Biden Delivering on Infrastructure, Blast Trump's Failures
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: Marking the two-year anniversary of President Biden signing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the DNC rolled out a new billboard campaign across the country highlighting how the historic legislation is building critical infrastructure in communities across the country and boosting the economy in the process while hammering Donald Trump's failed promises to deliver on "infrastructure week." In case you   more

Indiana Democratic Party: Nick Roberts To Be Youngest Councillor in Major American City
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 17 -- The Indiana Democratic Party issued the following news release: When Indianapolis City-County Councillor-elect Nick Roberts is sworn in on January 1, he'll become the youngest city councilperson of the largest 50 cities in the United States at just 23. Nick defeated Republican Natalie Goodwin by a seven-point margin to be elected to the Indianapolis City-County Council on Election Day. Nick will also be representing one of the most traditionally Republican ar  more

Michigan Democratic Party: As Historic Legislative Session Wraps Up, Michiganders Will Reap the Benefits of Democrats Accomplishments
LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 15 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Michigan Legislature has closed out one of the most productive legislative sessions in Michigan history where Democrats delivered on the issues Michiganders care about most, including defending reproductive rights, lowering costs for the middle class, improving health care, and creating clean energy jobs. Democrats have been laser-focused on creating a brighter future for their communities now an  more

Michigan Democratic Party: ICYMI - Meijer Doubles Down on Support for Abortion Ban Without Exceptions, Attends Anti-Abortion Rally in Support of Lawsuit to Overturn Prop 3
LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 14 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Nov. 13, 2023: This weekend, Peter Meijer doubled down on his support for abortion bans with no exceptions for rape or incest. During an appearance on Off the Record, Meijer refused to denounce dangerous abortion bans three separate times. This follows Meijer's attendance at an anti-abortion rally in support of the Right to Life lawsuit to overturn Proposal 3, the overwhelmingly popular, voter-appr  more

Michigan Democratic Party: What They're Saying - Michigan Republicans Continue to "Clash" in "Radioactive" "Senate Showdown"
LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 17 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Michigan Republicans continue to "clash" and take shots at each other in their "strikingly candid and aggressive" "Senate showdown." This "radioactive" intra-party fight will leave Republicans with a badly damaged nominee who is out of step with working Michiganders. Here's the latest on the Michigan Republicans' "caustic" Senate primary: * Peter Meijer slammed Mike Rogers, saying the biggest di  more

Montana Democratic Party: Shady Sheehy Gets Richer Through Chinese Investments
HELENA, Montana, Nov. 15 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release: Multimillionaire Tim Sheehy would be one of the top ten wealthiest lawmakers if elected, and some of that wealth comes from his deep investments in Chinese companies. Sheehy has invested between "$250,000 and $500,000 in the Pzena Emerging Markets Value Fund," per the Montana Free Press. This mutual fund includes substantial investments in Alibaba, a prominent Chinese tech company. Additionally, Sheehy  more

Montana Democratic Party: What Montanans Are Saying - Sheehy Can't Be Trusted To Keep Public Lands in Public Hands
HELENA, Montana, Nov. 17 -- The Montana Democratic Party issued the following news release: Transplant Tim Sheehy is under fire for his "short sighted" proposal to transfer control of public lands to states and counties - which would make it easier to sell off lands to the highest bidder. * * * Daily Inter Lake: Letter to the Editor: Keep public lands in public hands (https://montanademocrats.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1aa7f723f714b48fd09acb25d&id=dfceca44ce&e=3f7eee82ca) November 16  more

National Republican Congressional Committee Blasts Democrats for Silence After Violent Pro-Hamas Riot
WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee issued the following news on Nov. 16, 2023: That sound you hear? Crickets. It's been twelve hours since a violent pro-Hamas riot outside of Democratic party headquarters injured six Capitol Police officers, and Democratic leadership hasn't said a word. Here's what we know: Democratic leaders Hakeem Jeffries, Katherine Clark, Pete Aguilar, and DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene were inside the building. Multiple other unnamed Demo  more

Nevada Democratic Party: NV State Senator - Where Trump Failed, Biden Has Veterans' Backs
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Nov. 14 -- The Nevada Democratic Party issued the following news release: In a column in the Las Vegas Sun on Veterans Day, Nevada State Senator and former Army lieutenant colonel Pat Spearman (SD-1) praised the strides President Biden has made to ensure that America's service members and veterans receive the care and benefits they deserve - a stark difference from the previous administration. The contrast is clear: As long as President Biden is in office, veterans will alway  more

New Mexico Democratic Party: Donald Trump - Hell-Bent on Bigoted Immigration Policy
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Nov. 17 -- The New Mexico Democratic Party issued the following news release: Donald Trump has been openly unapologetic about the extreme, racist, and deeply out-of-touch policies he plans to implement if elected. His plans for another term as President include bringing back and even expanding his signature Muslim ban, supporting mass detention camps for immigrants, and pushing to end birthright citizenship - all while refusing to rule out continuing his cruel history o  more

Ohio Democratic Party Celebrates Anniversary of Bipartisan Infrastructure Act
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 16 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 15, 2023: * * * Today, the Ohio Democratic Party released the following statement to mark the two-year anniversary of enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that is already delivering for Ohio, thanks to the leadership of Ohio Democrats. "Thanks to the leadership of Sherrod Brown, Joyce Beatty, Shontel Brown, Marcy Kaptur, Greg Landsman and Emilia Sykes, Ohio is rebuilding our roads and bridges  more

Ohio Democratic Party Launches New Digital Ad On #OHSEN Field Supporting National Abortion Ban
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 14 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following news on Nov. 13, 2023: Today, the Ohio Democratic Party announced it has launched a new digital ad highlighting Bernie Moreno, Frank LaRose, and Matt Dolan's support of dangerous abortion bans - including bans without exceptions for rape or incest - and a national ban. Less than a week after Ohio voters resoundingly voted to overturn the current abortion ban in Ohio and protect reproductive rights, these ads will remind O  more

Ohio Democratic Party: Bernie Moreno Supports Government Shutdown That Would Be Devastating for Ohioans
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 14 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following news: With another government shutdown looming, Ohioans should remember that Bernie Moreno called for a shutdown and supports forcing tens of thousands of Ohioans to work without pay. In September, Moreno opposed the bipartisan stopgap spending plan and called to shut down the federal government, which would have been devastating for Ohioans. "Bernie Moreno has made it clear he isn't working for Ohioans and supports shut  more

Ohio Democratic Party: SHOT, LIME, CHASER - Frank LaRose Intentionally Hides Finances From Ohioans
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 17 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following news: Frank LaRose's is making headlines *again* for intentionally hiding his finances from Ohioans. LaRose's deceit surrounding his personal finances follows him dodging questions for weeks after self-funding $250,000 while claiming to be the only "thousandaire" in the #OHSEN Slugfest. SHOT: LaRose dodges questions for weeks after self-funding $250,000 despite claiming to be a "thousandaire" while attacking his opponent  more

Oklahoma Democratic Party: Where Trump Failed, President Biden Is Delivering For Oklahoma
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Nov. 16 -- The Oklahoma Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 15, 2023: * * * Today, on the two-year anniversary of President Biden signing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Oklahoma Democratic Party Chair, Alicia Andrews, released the following statement: "Over the past two years, communities throughout Oklahomans have been reaping the benefits of President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law: rebuilt roads and bridges, renewed transportation  more

PA. DEMOCRATIC PARTY: DAVID MCCORMICK PROMISES TO REPEAL INFRASTRUCTURE LAW, THREATENS SOCIAL SECURITY AND MEDICARE
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 18 -- The Pennsylvania Democratic Party issued the following news: In an interview yesterday on the John Fredericks Radio Show, David McCormick said his first priority if elected Senator of Pennsylvania would be to repeal the landmark Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. He also supported putting Social Security and Medicare on the chopping block. Pennsylvania Democratic Party spokesperson Maddy McDaniel issued the following statement: "Connecticut hedge fund executiv  more

PA. DEMOCRATIC PARTY: THREE QUESTIONS DAVID MCCORMICK MUST ANSWER AFTER NEW REPORTS OF HIS INVESTMENTS IN CHINA AS BRIDGEWATER CEO
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 15 -- The Pennsylvania Democratic Party issued the following news: A new report from CNN has raised fresh questions about David McCormick's long record of outsourcing American jobs and selling out to China. Now that McCormick is running for Senate, he claims he had "deep reservations about Bridgewater's exposure to the moral and patriotic hazards of doing business in China" while CEO of Bridgewater. But CNN found McCormick himself actually increased investments i  more

PA. DEMOCRATIC PARTY: WHILE DAVID MCCORMICK SELLS OUT TO CHINA, SEN. BOB CASEY STANDS UP TO CHINA
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 17 -- The Pennsylvania Democratic Party issued the following news: A report from CNN is casting a new light on David McCormick's long record of outsourcing American jobs and selling out to China. The report, which found McCormick increased investments in China by 108,000% as CEO of Bridgewater, stands in stark contrast to Senator Bob Casey's long record of standing up to China -- including a recent push to require private equity firms to reveal how much they inve  more

Statement From DPVA Veterans and Military Families Caucus Chair Charley Conrad on Veterans' Day 2023
RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 13 -- The Virginia Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 11, 2023, by Charley Conrad, chair of the Veterans and Military Families Caucus: * * * On this Veterans Day, we pause to honor the profound sacrifice and unwavering dedication of our veterans and military families across the United States. DPVA Veterans and Military Families Caucus Chair, Charley Conrad, issued the following statement: "November 11 holds a special significance, marking the 'el  more

Texas Democratic Party: Dangerous Anti-Migrant Legislation SB 4 Heads to Greg Abbott's Desk
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 15 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 14, 2023: * * * Today, Texas House Republicans passed anti-migrant bills aimed at targeting, imprisoning and deporting vulnerable migrants while also criminalizing Texas residents based on their perceived citizenship status and the color of their skin. Pushed by Greg Abbott's billionaire backers and white supremacist groups - these bills aim to further plunge Texas into an authoritarian police state wit  more

Texas Democratic Party: MAGA Republicans in Meltdown
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 15 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 14, 2023: * * * Today, MAGA Republicans from the Texas House to the U.S. Capitol Hill doubled down on the chaos brewing within their respective chambers. In Texas, Speaker Dade Phelan reasserted his previous condemnation of Republican Party of Texas (RPT) Chair Matt Rinaldi's ties to white supremacist-backed Defend Texas Liberty PAC -- all while Texas House Republicans are still scrambling to align on p  more

Texas House Democrats Vote to Defeat Private School Voucher Scams
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following statement on Nov. 17, 2023: * * * Texas Democratic Party Chairman Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement after Texas House Democrats voted to defeat private school voucher scams once again: "Today, our Texas House Democrats voted to defeat House Bill 1 - a bill designed as a bribe to pass Greg Abbott's voucher scam by diverting public dollars from public schools and giving handouts to wealthy families so their  more

Watch: Wisconsin Democrats Celebrate 2 Years of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
MADISON, Wisconsin, Nov. 17 -- The Wisconsin Democratic Party issued the following news on Nov. 15, 2023: Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler and Biden-Harris National Advisory Board Member Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway held a press conference commemorating the two-year anniversary of President Biden signing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Speaking at the site of a project which received funding from the historic legislation, Chair Wikler and Mayor Rhodes-Conway highlighted th  more

Wisconsin Democratic Party Issues Statement on October Consumer Price Index Report
MADISON, Wisconsin, Nov. 14 -- The Wisconsin Democratic Party issued the following statement: * * * Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Labor announced that core inflation is at its lowest level in two years: "As today's CPI report shows, prices are coming down as Democrats continue to deliver--and that's good news for Wisconsin families. "Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration and Democratic leader  more

Wisconsin Democratic Party: Speaking In California, Eric Hovde Announced Opposition to $5.6B Investments in Wisconsin Infrastructure
MADISON, Wisconsin, Nov. 17 -- The Wisconsin Democratic Party issued the following news on Nov. 15, 2023: Today is the two year anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that has since led to $5.6 billion of bipartisan investments in Wisconsin, thanks to the bipartisan work of Tammy Baldwin. These vital, bipartisan investments will fix the roads, reduce PFAS in our water, improve access to high speed internet in rural areas, and increase manufacturing and made-in-America jobs in Wiscons  more