Sentences with phrase «democratic governor»

The Connecticut Hospital Association stepped up its opposition to Governor Malloy's proposal last week by launching a television ad, warning that the Democratic governor's plan would jeopardize lifesaving care given by the hospitals.

The Democratic governor's policy concerned government watchdogs and some lawmakers who said it was an affront to government transparency.

Connecticut Republicans have given Greenwich businessman Tom Foley a second opportunity to run against Democratic Governor Dannel Malloy.

But the Democratic governor stopped short of formally endorsing Republican Mahoney in her re-election bid.

A Quinnipiac University Poll released this week finds that Connecticut Democratic Governor Dannel Malloy's popularity rating has hit a new low.

Connecticut Democratic Governor Dannel Malloy announced on Tuesday that the state ended its fiscal year in June with a $ 121.3 million budget surplus.

After campaigning earlier at a small bakery with Malloy, Clinton told the crowd to rally around the Democratic governor.

But an 80 - page criminal complaint that charged three of the Democratic governor's long - term allies — Joe Percoco, Todd Howe and Alain Kaloyeros — has cast a shadow on the project and the integrity of an administration that rode into office promising to «clean up Albany.»

In remarks to business leaders meeting in the Adirondacks, the Democratic governor took the Republican president to task for what Cuomo said is a long string of divisive comments that distract attention from more important topics.

Connecticut Republicans say a UConn study released on Monday confirms what they have been saying for months — that Democratic Governor Dannel Malloy's administration has been misstating the state's unemployment numbers.

Michael Long told the Daily News his party will soon mount an aggressive, costly grass - roots campaign to generate support for the Democratic governor's fiscal agenda.

The arrest was an unusual twist in the case against Joseph Percoco, a multi-decade confidante of the Democratic governor, who has pleaded not guilty to charges that he accepted over $ 300,000 in bribes from three businessmen who had business with the state and could benefit from his influence.

73 % of MoveOn's New York State members say they want a progressive challenger to run against incumbent Democratic governor Andrew Cuomo.

The Democratic governor told lawmakers Wednesday, the opening day of the new legislative session, that he has «no desire to diminish the General Assembly's right to set policy.»

The Democratic governor addressed several hundred firefighters Thursday blocks from the World Trade Center where 343 firefighters and paramedics were killed nearly 15 years ago in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

The Democratic governor, just four months and 27 days into his second term, suggested to reporters in Manhattan that he will seek a third term — in 2018.

Connecticut Democratic Governor Dannel Malloy has yet to say whether he will sign the state budget that passed the state General Assembly last week.

And many who are seeking re-election are withholding support for Democratic Governor Dannel Malloy's «Second Chance» criminal justice reform bill, which would abolish bail for most misdemeanors and allow 20 - year olds to be treated as juveniles for certain crimes.

During an event on Long Island, the Democratic governor fielded questions about the political storm regarding his top aide Larry Schwartz's alleged efforts to stop the Moreland Commission from issuing subpoenas to groups linked to the governor.

«I am not thinking about or planning to run for governor, and I have no interest in challenging an incumbent Democratic governor who shares my views on virtually every issue.»

Democratic Governor Phil Murphy pledged to legalize marijuana in the state.

Made famous by Bob Graham, the state's former Democratic governor and senator, work days are a political tradition in the Sunshine State.

Also known as taxes and fees, the approximately $ 1 billion in boosters included in the Democratic governor's state budget proposal certainly raise something else: the ire of Republicans in the Legislature who say New Yorkers are taxed enough and pay too many fees already.

His decision could set up a costly special election if the Democratic governor of Pennsylvania orders one.

The Democratic governor was on neighboring Grand Island for a transportation infrastructure announcement.

Spokesman Mike Murphy points out that New York is only one of seven states in the nation that could potentially have a Democratic Governor, Assembly and Senate.

The Democratic governor embraced the bill as part of a campaign pledge to push the state in a more liberal direction.

The Illinois Democratic governor fought it out for the Democrats,» the source noted.

(CNN)- Missouri's Democratic governor vetoed legislation Friday that sought to make federal gun laws unenforceable in the state.

For Kolb, who has been a critic of Cuomo's policies, there are several reasons why he thinks the Democratic governor is vulnerable in 2018.

Several GOP Senators DID back the democratic governor in approving same sex marriage in 2011, and a gun control package in early 2013, shortly after the Newtown Connecticut school shooting.

In all, the Democratic governor boasted that there will be $ 100 billion worth of investments in New York, counting some expenditures from last year, spending by public authorities and matching funds from the private sector.

Alphonso David, counsel to the Democratic governor, lead the first public meeting, which was held Wednesday morning in New York City.

The governor will be appearing on WMHT's «New York Now» tonight to defend the furloughs and will also discuss whether Democratic governor - candidate - in - waiting, AG Andrew Cuomo, might be able to jump - start the budget talks.

The Democratic governor says Wednesday that a Long Island Rail Road strike would hold riders «hostage.»

Gov. Andrew Cuomo's proposal to enact a $ 15 wage is one of several issues to be decided as the Democratic governor and state lawmakers seek to work out a state budget deal before an April 1 deadline.

But Cox told The Associated Press that his personal stake Houston - based company has nothing to do with his leading role in criticizing the Democratic governor running for re-election.

State records show the billionaire Manhattan developer and his wife have contributed $ 46,500 to the Democratic governor since 2009, including $ 25,000 on June 15, 2009.

The Democratic governor will release the roughly $ 150 million spending plan Tuesday.

The Democratic governor cast the legislation, which was vetoed previously by former Republican Gov. Chris Christie, as a contrast to actions by Republican President Donald Trump.

The pledge was a change for the Democratic governor, who had prided himself on working successfully with the Senate leadership coalition of Republicans and a group of break away Democrats for the previous two years.

Speaking at an event celebrating new laws to protect nail salon workers, the Democratic governor asserted the state has a bright history of drawing immigrants and a darker past of mistreating them.

The Democratic governor has called for a $ 15 basic minimum across all industries, which state Senate Republicans oppose.

Astorino holds different views from the Democratic Governor on a number of key items.

The day after Trump defeated Hillary Clinton, the Democratic governor phoned into NY1 to recount how he called the Republican commander - in - chief - to - be to proffer his congratulations, and to discuss the possibility of securing further federal funds for his plan to fortify New York's infrastructure.

She argued in favor of the Democratic governor's promised tax revenues considering a $ 160 million budget deficit that she says the administration inherited from Republican Gov. Chris Christie in January.

«Al Smith was a great Democratic governor, championed making life better for children, and Paul Ryan is the speaker who is moving to eliminate health insurance for poor children.»

Mangano was one of just two Republican county executives statewide to back the Democratic governor for re-election in 2014.

Mahoney, a Republican, is still championing her Democratic governor.

Speaking to reporters after an unrelated event in Queens — the birthplace of both the Democratic governor and the Republican presidential nominee — Cuomo insisted what transpired on that «sacred ground» transcended partisan differences.