Posts Tagged ‘GOP’
Campaign Sign Damage Investigated in Sussex Co.
A candidate for re-election in Sussex County is dealing with a setback to the campaign: vandalism to some of his larger campaign signs. Over the past weekend, Recorder of Deeds Scott Dailey said he received a message about an improperly-placed sign and went to investigate. “I spent the rest of the day coming to the…
Read MoreUpdate: GOP Releases Delaware Rescue Plan At Weekend In Rehoboth Beach
The Delaware Republican Convention in Rehoboth Beach has resulted in the unanimous endorsements of four statewide candidates, as well as introduction of The Delaware Rescue Plan.Lee Murphy has again won the support of GOP delegates to take on Democratic Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester. Also endorsed are Julianne Murray for Attorney General, Greg Coverdale for State…
Read More2nd Republican Enters Race For Sussex Co. Register Of Wills
An Ellendale woman is campaigning for the Sussex County Row Office that was once held by her mother.Candice Green Wilkinson told WGMD News Friday that she’s running for the Republican nomination for Register of Wills. “I’m excited to get to work, if I can – I hope people can hear my message and my desire…
Read MoreMd. Republicans Outline Bills To Address Violent Crime, Provide More Support To Police
Maryland Republican House members are backing a set of bills they said would address violent crime and reverse some of the consequences of what they call anti-police laws that were passed last year. “Ensuring the safety of our citizens, children, communities, and businesses is a fundamental role of government,” said Delegate Jesse Pippy, R-Carroll /…
Read MoreMd. Eastern Shore Lawmaker Gets Key Role With GOP Caucus
The GOP minority leadership in the Maryland House of Delegates now includes Delegate Wayne Hartman of the Eastern Shore as Chief Deputy Minority Whip. According to Minority Leader Jason Buckel and House Minority Whip Haven Shoemaker, the Chief Deputy Whip’s role will be to coordinate debate on major pieces of legislation that come to the…
Read MoreDel. GOP Lawmakers Propose Tax Relief Measures
Some Delaware lawmakers are proposing that the state share a portion of its growing revenues with Delaware taxpayers. The Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council recently calculated that state revenues have grown by $429.3- million in the last two months, and projections show revenue growth is expected to stay strong. Representative Rich Collins, R-Millsboro has…
Read MoreDel. GOP Outlines Student Learning Improvement Plan
The Delaware Republican Party sees opportunity in the current uncertainty over virtual learning and when students will be able to return for in-person instruction. State GOP Chair Jane Brady outlined several initiatives Thursday at a news conference in Wilmington which she said could help address issues that developed long before the pandemic. “Our objective is…
Read MoreDecision Expected Soon on Del. GOP Vote-By-Mail Lawsuit
A Delaware Chancery Court Vice Chancellor is expected to issue a decision by Monday after hearing arguments in the Delaware Republican Party’s challenge to the state’s new mail-in voting procedure.The GOP filed a lawsuit last month contending that mail-in voting violates the state constitution and that it opens the potential for fraud, uncounted votes and…
Read MoreGOP Convention Delegates Back Julianne Murray For Governor
While there are still six candidates looking for the vote to take on John Carney in November, there is one GOP candidate who now has the party’s endorsement : Julianne Murray of Seaford. At this weekend’s Republican Convention in the Milford area, Murray won in a second ballot over State Senator Bryant Richardson, who is…
Read MoreMark Schaeffer Runs for Sussex Co. Council District 3
There will be a contested Republican Primary in Sussex County Council’s Third District. I.G. Burton is seeking a second term, and Mark Schaeffer announced on WGMD with Mike Bradley Tuesday that he would run for that office. Schaeffer says he brings a land use background to a position that’s largely focused upon land use. He…
Read More06-28-20 Colin Bonini Announces a Run for DE Governor
Interview: Jim DeMartino – DE GOP Candidate for US Senate
Senator Richardson slams Carney over handling of coronavirus pandemic, announces run for Governor
Delaware State Senator Bryant Richardson has announced that he is running against Governor John Carney, who he slammed for his handling of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Senator Richardson first made the announcement that he was running for the Republican nomination at a religious freedom rally over the weekend where dozens turned out to protest Governor…
Read MoreDelaware GOP lawmakers write U.S. Attorney General accusing Governor Carney of violating the Constitution
In a letter addressed to William G. Barr, Attorney General of the United States, three Delaware legislators allege Governor John C. Carney of multiple violations of the United States Constitution. “The Governor of Delaware has usurped the authority of the citizens of the State of Delaware and the legislative and judicial branches of government,” said…
Read MoreCoronavirus shutdown presents challenges for Delaware GOP
The 2020 election cycle has proven to be one of historic obstacles as the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has created a host of challenges for political officials and candidates statewide, specifically the Delaware Republican Party who has been forced to adjust to the shutdown at a time where fundraising efforts would have been in full swing…
Read MoreDelaware GOP reschedules State Convention over coronavirus pandemic
The Delaware Republican Party has rescheduled their State Convention following the Governor’s emergency declaration over the coronavirus pandemic. The Rehoboth Convention Center, where the Party planned to hold the State Convention, has closed through the end of April. GOP officials have tentatively rescheduled the Convention for May 15th & 16th at the same location. “Common…
Read MoreDelaware GOP chairs under fire for homophobic, anti-Semitic language
The New Castle County Republican Party Chair and the Vice Chair of the Sussex County Republican Party have come under fire for homophobic, anti-Semitic language used on social media. New Castle County Republican Chair Chris Rowe has come under fire after he used homophobic language on Facebook, describing what he said as “locker room talk”…
Read MoreSussex Young Republicans Chair says county could lose GOP stronghold over relocating Dems
Chairman of the Sussex County Young Republicans Club, Brian Parker is speaking out, raising concerns over the number of Democrats moving to the area, an amount that he says over time could result in the county losing its Republican stronghold. Appearing on the Mike Bradley Show, Parker said he feels Republicans are beginning to lose…
Read MoreArizona Senator John McCain Died Saturday After a Battle with Brain Cancer
Arizona Sen. John McCain, a war hero who survived five years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam, served three decades in Congress and represented the Republican Party in the 2008 election, died Saturday after a battle with brain cancer. He was 81. READ MORE HERE PROGRAMMING NOTE: With the passing of Senator John McCain,…
Read MoreBernard Pepukai Switches Parties and Files as GOP Candidate for AG
A longtime Democrat is switching parties to run for Delaware Attorney General. Lawyer Bernard Pepukai filed papers Monday to change his party affiliation to Republican. His decision follows the withdrawal of Peggy Marshall Thomas from the race earlier this month which left the GOP without a candidate. Thomas said she was leaving the race for personal family…
Read MoreGOP AG Candidate Drops Out of Race
Republican candidate for Attorney General, Peggy Marshall Thomas, is withdrawing from the race for personal reason. The News Journal reports that members of her campaign contacted state GOP officials that she was leaving the race. While that will leave no Republican candidate for the AG’s office, the party could nominate a replacement candidate but they…
Read MoreRepublican Joan Winters to File for State Auditor Tuesday
State Auditor Tom Wagner announced some time ago that he would not be running for re-election and so far three Democrats have filed to run for the office. On Tuesday at 9:15am, Republican Joan Winters of Dover will announce her candidacy on the Circle in Georgetown. Winters has a degree in Accounting from Villanova, has…
Read MoreTuesday is Maryland Primary Election Day
Tuesday is the Maryland primary election. There are numerous Democrat and Republican primary – including statewide primaries for the Democratic candidate for Governor and Democrat and Republican candidates for US Senate. Both parties have a primary for the 1st District Congressional seat currently held by Andy Harris. In the State House, 4 GOP candidates are…
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