Mar 4, 2010Wyoming Democratic Party statement on Gov. Freudenthal's announcement
The Wyoming Democratic Party respects Gov. Freudenthal's decision not to seek re-election this year, and we thank him for his decades of service to the people of Wyoming, including the past seven-plus as governor. We wish him and first lady Nancy the very best.
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Feb 25, 2010Legislators Seek Justice for Residents of Rock Springs'
Years after the state attempted a dynamic compaction project in Rock Springs those residents of the so-called "tree streets" will finally get justice for the harm done to their homes and residences. Amendments to the Wyoming budget, introduced by Rep. Bernadine Craft (D-Rock Springs) and Sen....
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Feb 23, 2010Democrats call on Enzi, Barrasso to negotiate in good faith
The Wyoming Democratic Party calls on Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso to make honest efforts to negotiate in good faith with Democrats to find solutions to the health care crisis during the White House summit on Thursday. Senate Republicans announced Tuesday that Enzi and Barrasso would be...
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Jan 28, 2010Wyoming Democratic Party Chair Applauds President Obama's First State of the Union Address
Wyoming Democratic Party Chair Leslie Petersen issued the following statement regarding President Obama's State of the Union Address: Americans were looking for the President to lay out a vision to restore the middle class, get the economy back on track, create jobs and end the partisanship that...
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Jan 15, 2010University Women Grade Rep. Lummis with a Zero; Senators Enzi, Barrasso also earn failing marks
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) one of the nation’s top advocacy groups for education and equity on behalf of women and girls, has given failing marks to all three members of Wyoming’s congressional delegation. In an annual report analyzing the Congressional voting record for...
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Oct 15, 2009Democrats Urge Enzi to Stop Blocking Labor Dept Appointment
The Wyoming Democratic Party today called on Senator Enzi to withdraw his opposition to President Obama’s nominee for Department of Labor solicitor. M. Patricia Smith, New York State Commissioner of Labor, was nominated in March 2009 but Wyoming’s own Senator Enzi is single-handedly holding up...
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Aug 26, 2009Wyoming Democratic Party Mourns Passing of Senator Edward Kennedy
The Wyoming Democratic Party joins the nation in mourning the passing of Senator Edward M. Kennedy of Massachusetts.
State party Vice Chair, Mike Bell, noted that Kennedy's death, while not unexpected, was still deeply felt across the country. "Ted Kennedy was...
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Aug 21, 2009Wyoming Democrats explain health insurance reform benefits for Wyoming
Reform will benefit currently insured AND uninsured
Casper – President Obama’s goals for health insurance reform will provide several benefits to the people of Wyoming, even those who already have health insurance, according to several speakers at a Wyoming...
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Aug 6, 2009Wyoming Democratic Party Chair Statement on Confirmation of Judge Sonia Sotomayor
“Today’s confirmation of Judge Sonia Sotomayor is a historic event for the U.S. Supreme Court and for the American people. Our nation’s highest court will gain a sharp mind and a highly experienced justice to its bench. Her dedication to the court and commitment to the Constitution have been...
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Apr 20, 2009Democrats elect leaders for 2009-2010
From the Wyoming Democratic Party For immediate release April 20, 2009
Contact: Bill Luckett Executive Director 307-631-7638 or Leslie Petersen State Chair 307-733-2016
Democrats elect new state officers and Young Democrats leadership
New Chair Leslie Petersen: Party must...
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Feb 12, 2010Bill outlawing discrimination in Wyoming fails in House
Cheyenne, WY – The Wyoming House voted Wednesday not to consider a bill that would outlaw discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. 37 voted in favor and 21 in opposition; a 2/3 vote is required for introduction during a budget session.
"This is an important safeguard...
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Oct 23, 2009Enzi, Barrasso Embarrass Wyoming in Vote Against Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Act
The Wyoming Democratic Party today expressed disappointment in Senator Mike Enzi and Senator John Barrasso for their votes against the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Hate Crimes Prevention Act. Representative Cynthia Lummis also voted against the act when it passed the House.
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Oct 9, 2009Lummis Shames Wyoming in Vote Against Matthew Shephard Act
The Wyoming Democratic Party said today that they are ashamed that Representative Cynthia Lummis voted against the Matthew Shepherd Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act. The act would include sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and disability to existing federal law...
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Feb 19, 2010Wyoming Democratic Party's Statement on Fiscal Responsibility Commission
Yesterday President Barack Obama signed an executive order to establish the bipartisan National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform. The President appointed former White House Chief of Staff Erskine Bowles and former Republican Senator Alan Simpson of Wyoming to chair the commission.
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Feb 12, 2010House Democrats Defeat Proposed Constitutional Amendment
Protect health care funding for Wyoming citizens
Cheyenne, WY – Yesterday, Wyoming House Democrats, voting together, defeated a proposed amendment to the Wyoming state constitution. The measure was a national initiative brought through the far right tea party movement and designed to reject...
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Dec 21, 2009Senators Enzi & Barrasso Join GOP In Opposing Health Insurance Reform
Delivering on the GOP’s pledge to try to kill health reform to break the President, last night Senators Enzi and Barrasso voted against health insurance reform. In the first of several votes in the Senate, both Senators voted against advancing legislation that would rein in unfair insurance...
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Dec 1, 2009Statement in Recognition of World AIDS Day
Today, December 1st, people in Wyoming and across the globe recognize World AIDS Day, which was established to raise awareness and support for those living with HIV/AIDS and to commemorate those who have lost their lives. To honor this day, Wyoming Democratic Party Communications Director Brianna...
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Oct 21, 2009Wyo health care professionals address reform and the state's needs
Four Wyoming health care providers addressed the health insurance reform proposals going through Congress, their experiences as health care providers, the state of health care in Wyoming and what reforms the state needs during a panel discussion in Cheyenne on Tuesday.
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Nov 11, 2009Democrats Thank Veterans and Service Members
Representative Lori Millin of Cheyenne issued the following statement on behalf of the Wyoming Democratic Party to mark Veterans Day: “On Veterans Day the Wyoming Democratic Party would like to take a moment to thank the past and present service members who have selflessly devoted their lives...
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Feb 11, 2010Wyoming House Kills Bill to Raise Minimum Wage for Tipped Employees
Members of the Wyoming House voted today to not introduce a bill that would raise the minimum wage for tipped employees, such as waitresses and bartenders, from $2.13 per hour to $5.00 per hour. The bill failed on a vote of 23 in favor and 35 against; a bill requires 2/3, or 40 votes, for...
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