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Jul 19, 2010 WDP Calls on Senators Enzi, Barrasso to Join with Democrats and Pass Unemployment Insurance Extension Category: Working Families
Moose, WY – Wyoming Democratic Party Chair Chuck Herz today released the following statement after President Obama called on Republican Senators to stop blocking an extension of emergency unemployment insurance benefits for working families: more...
May 15, 2010 Stonewall Democrats Hold GLBT Caucus Last night at the Wyoming Democratic Party 2010 Convention, the Stonewall Democrats of Wyoming gathered for a GLBT caucus. The group was addressed by Raymond Buckley, Chair of the New Hampshire Democratic Party and of the Association of State Democratic Chairs. Buckley shared the challenges he... more...
May 15, 2010 WDP Statement Recognizing Armed Forces Day Wyoming Democratic Party proudly extends deepest gratitude to the men and women who have served their nation bravely and honorably in the armed forces. Here in Wyoming, many children look proudly upon mothers and fathers who once served – or who continue to do so. more...
May 7, 2010 Democrats call on Sen. Enzi to stop protecting status quo, start protecting consumers Yesterday Sen. Enzi cosponsored and defended an amendment that would have undercut critical consumer protections in the Wall Street reform legislation moving through Congress. Wyoming Democratic Party Communications Director Brianna Jones released the following statement in response... more...
Apr 27, 2010 Democratic Party Statement on Senators Barrasso, Enzi and the Republican Party’s Efforts to Block Wall Street Reform Yesterday and today, Senate Republicans voted to block critical Wall Street reforms. In response, Wyoming Democratic Party Chair Leslie Petersen issued the following statement... more...
Apr 22, 2010 On Earth Day: Democrats Will Continue To Protect Our Environment For Generations to Come Category: Environment
Wyoming Democratic Party Chair Leslie Petersen made the following statement today commemorating the 40th Earth Day: “On this 40th Earth Day, we recommit ourselves as a nation to our efforts to protect our planet and our environment for future generations... more...
Apr 20, 2010 Democratic Party Calls for Stronger Measures to Close the Gender Wage Gap In recognition of Equal Pay Day, the Wyoming Democratic Party is calling on Congress to take steps toward closing the gender wage gap. Today is Equal Pay Day because it symbolizes the time of the year when wages paid to American women ‘catch up’ to the wages paid to men from the previous year.... more...
Mar 23, 2010 'Frontier States' Provision in Health Reform Bill a Big Boost for Wyoming Category: Health Care
One provision included in the health insurance reform legislation that passed the U.S. House of Representatives yesterday will increase Medicare reimbursement rates for rural states, including Wyoming. The Frontier States provision is designed to ease the burden on rural physicians and... more...
Mar 21, 2010 Wyoming Democratic Party Chair Leslie Petersen applauds Democrats for passing health insurance reform Category: Health Care
Wyoming Democratic Party Chair Leslie Petersen today released the following statement following the historic vote by the U.S. House of Representatives to pass comprehensive health insurance reform: "Today we made history. President Obama and Democrats in Congress achieved what Presidents since... more...
Mar 4, 2010 Wyoming 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. more...
Mar 3, 2010 Wyoming Democratic Party Joins President Obama In His Call for Congress to Finish the Job and Pass Health Insurance Reform Category: Health Care
Wyoming Democratic Party Chair Leslie Petersen issued the following statement after President Obama today called on Congress to finish the job and take a final up-or-down vote on health insurance reform legislation: more...
Feb 25, 2010 Legislators 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.... more...
Feb 23, 2010 Rep. Hales advocates for WY families, workers; Supports legal services program and increased OSHA penalties During the 2010 Legislative Budget Session Rep. Mary Hales (D-Casper) is focusing on legislation that would assist Wyoming families and workers. During these difficult economic times Rep. Hales believes the legislature needs to focus on those who need help the most. more...
Feb 23, 2010 Democrats 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... more...
Feb 22, 2010 Cheyenne to host Nellie Tayloe Ross Banquet, CO House Speaker Terrance Carroll to deliver Keynote Address Nearly 200 Democrats from across the state will gather in Cheyenne on Saturday, Feb. 27, for the 2010 Nellie Tayloe Ross Banquet, the state party’s annual Celebration of Diversity in Politics and Government. This year’s keynote speaker will be Colorado State House Speaker Terrance Carroll, a... more...
Feb 19, 2010 Wyoming Democratic Party's Statement on Fiscal Responsibility Commission Category: Economy
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. more...
Feb 12, 2010 Bill outlawing discrimination in Wyoming fails in House Category: Civil Rights
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... more...
Feb 12, 2010 House Democrats Defeat Proposed Constitutional Amendment Category: Health Care
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... more...
Feb 11, 2010 Wyoming House Kills Bill to Raise Minimum Wage for Tipped Employees Category: Working Families
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... more...
Jan 28, 2010 Wyoming 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... more...
Jan 15, 2010 University 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... more...
Jan 14, 2010 Wyoming Democratic Party Statement on President Obama's Announcement of a Financial Crisis Responsibility Fee Category: Economy
Wyoming Democratic Party Chairman Leslie Petersen issued the following statement on President Obama’s announcement today of a Financial Crisis Responsibility Fee to ensure that Americans are fully compensated for the extraordinary assistance they provided Wall Street during the financial crisis.... more...
Dec 21, 2009 Senators Enzi & Barrasso Join GOP In Opposing Health Insurance Reform Category: Health Care
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... more...
Dec 1, 2009 Statement in Recognition of World AIDS Day Category: Health Care
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... more...
Nov 11, 2009 Democrats Thank Veterans and Service Members Category: Veteran Affairs
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... more...
Oct 23, 2009 Enzi, Barrasso Embarrass Wyoming in Vote Against Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Act Category: Civil Rights
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. more...
Oct 21, 2009 Wyo health care professionals address reform and the state's needs Category: Health Care
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. more...
Oct 15, 2009 Democrats 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... more...
Oct 9, 2009 Lummis Shames Wyoming in Vote Against Matthew Shephard Act Category: Civil Rights
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... more...
Sep 10, 2009 Chairwoman says Obama address offered "clear and concise case" for reform Chairwoman Leslie Petersen Urges Republicans to Renounce Partisanship to Bring Meaningful Reform more...
Sep 10, 2009 Sweetwater County officials unite, strongly oppose proposed water diversion The officials stressed that this proposal is unacceptable because it will affect ecological balance, impact recreation opportunities, and threaten current industry and future development for Wyoming residents and stakeholders. more...
Aug 26, 2009 Wyoming 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... more...
Aug 21, 2009 Wyoming 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... more...
Aug 6, 2009 Wyoming 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... more...
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