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Tony Evers
@tonyevers· Democratic · WI· Aug 13, 2026

I am so proud of David—he's the future of our Party, and I can't wait for him to be our next governor.

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Mike Dunleavy
@mikedunleavy· Republican · AK· Aug 12, 2026

Given the robust discussion and work that has already gone into this bill, I am hopeful the legislature can swiftly pass a bill that will help the AK LNG project get the financing it needs to start construction as soon as possible.

alaskabeacon.com
Ron DeSantis
@rondesantis· FL· Aug 12, 2026

But to me as we move through those and bring justice, that makes a big difference for a lot of people out there who suffered really, really serious tragedies.

floridaphoenix.com
Dan McKee
@danmckee· Democratic · RI· Aug 12, 2026

The public is very interested in this issue. They should know where I stand before they decide this election.

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Ron DeSantis
@rondesantis· FL· Aug 12, 2026

And I’m not like taking any pride in that, because it’s a weighty thing, but to me as we move through those and bring justice, that makes a big difference for a lot of people out there who suffered really, really serious tragedies.

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Ron DeSantis
@rondesantis· FL· Aug 12, 2026

I think we’ll probably end up having done more [executions] than any administration in the history of the state of Florida.

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Josh Stein
@joshstein· NC· Aug 12, 2026

This bill cuts red tape to help produce more houses and apartments and deliver results for North Carolinians.

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Josh Stein
@joshstein· NC· Aug 12, 2026

By failing to consider his nomination or even hold a single public hearing, the Senate abdicated its responsibility, disrespected Jeff and law enforcement, and undermined the safety of the people of North Carolina.

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Josh Stein
@joshstein· NC· Aug 12, 2026

I regret that the General Assembly saw fit to include some petty provisions that undermine the executive branch and impede the work of government on behalf of North Carolinians.

ncnewsline.com
Greg Gianforte
@greggianforte· Republican · MT· Aug 12, 2026

Frankly, I haven’t said this very often, but the Forest Service is doing a good job. They’re throwing everything after it.

dailymontanan.com
Greg Gianforte
@greggianforte· Republican · MT· Aug 12, 2026

It blew through Maverick Mountain Ski Area and through a subdivision, but as of this morning, they haven’t lost a single structure.

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Greg Gianforte
@greggianforte· Republican · MT· Aug 12, 2026

The biggest incentive a homeowner has to protect their property isn’t one the state offers — it’s that their house doesn’t burn.

dailymontanan.com
Greg Gianforte
@greggianforte· Republican · MT· Aug 12, 2026

I always say, ‘I’m with the government. My job is to stay out of the way,’

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Mike Dunleavy
@mikedunleavy· Republican · AK· Aug 12, 2026

This bill is a compromise that removes a significant barrier to moving the gas line forward.

alaskabeacon.com
Mike Dunleavy
@mikedunleavy· Republican · AK· Aug 12, 2026

I have never been in favor of new taxes on Alaska’s producers, and I still am not.

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Kim Reynolds
@kimreynolds· Republican · IA· Aug 12, 2026

When students have more opportunities to explore careers, earn credentials and gain real world experience while they’re still in high school, we build the next generation of workforce leaders in our communities.

iowacapitaldispatch.com
Kim Reynolds
@kimreynolds· Republican · IA· Aug 12, 2026

Martin Noven knows what it means to partner with industry leaders, trustees, policymakers and legislators to deliver long-term outcomes and strong fund performance.

iowacapitaldispatch.com
Henry McMaster
@henrymcmaster· Republican · SC· Aug 12, 2026

South Carolina is pleased to welcome IEB Americas our state as the company invests in Charleston County. This investment and the creation of 30 new jobs will benefit the local community and create new opportunities for South Carolinians…

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Josh Stein
@joshstein· NC· Aug 12, 2026

Today Governor Josh Stein joined law enforcement officials and specialized units including the Selective Enforcement Unit and K-9 teams at Raleigh Police Department’s Special Operations Division to highlight the state budget’s investments…

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Josh Stein
@joshstein· NC· Aug 12, 2026

Today Governor Josh Stein celebrated that 7 projects supporting economic resilience after Hurricane Helene will receive $34.2 million in grants from the U.S. Economic Development Administration.

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Josh Stein
@joshstein· NC· Aug 12, 2026

North Carolina is growing rapidly, and the cost of housing is increasing. We need to build more housing units of all types to drive down rents and mortgages. This bill cuts red tape to help produce more houses and apartments and deliver…

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Wes Moore
@wesmoore· Democratic · MD· Aug 12, 2026

Preserving the Chesapeake Bay is crucial to the long-term success of our state’s economy, culture, and identity," said Gov. Moore.

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