So these a$$holes from Patriot Front just marched through our beautiful town. While I support their 1st amendment right to PEACEFUL assembly…I also support our right to flip them off!
I cannot understand why it is so hard for my Republican colleagues to say it is wrong to display an islamaphobic, hateful poster in the Capitol this morning
If you can read this, thank a teacher. (By “thank” I mean pay them a competitive salary, fund their health insurance program, and treat them like professionals with the respect they deserve.)
#55strong
#55united
What you need to know about
#WVTeachersStrike
:Governor offered a deal. Teachers and service personnel agreed to it. The House voted for it 98-1.
@SenCarmichaelWV
and GOP Senators are prolonging strike for political gain. Your kids aren’t in school because of Senate Republicans
I see a lot of
@WVGOP
operatives and politicians posting about the pay raise and benefits in SB451. They don’t get it. It was never about the money for the teachers, it’s about protecting public schools. It isn’t about the teachers, it’s about the kids.
#55Strong
As an elected Democrat in WV, I understand the political realities of a red state. However, I truly believe many in WV would benefit from paid leave, child tax credits, worker retraining, lower drug costs and many of the provisions in BBB. Good policy is always the best politics.
I heard part time
@WVGovernor
had lots to say about our city and our Mayor today. He doesn’t know Charleston because he’s rarely here. And for Jim Justice to refer to our first female mayor as “baby” says more about Jim Justice than it does about Mayor Amy Goodwin.
#TeamCRW
I just received a phone call from a young constituent who will be leaving WV and taking his business, employees with him.
@WVGOP
is bad for business and families and especially harmful to women. Sadly they don’t care. They don’t want you here unless you look and pray like them.
It is quite clear
@SenCarmichaelWV
does not want a resolution to this strike. His game is to prolong it and keep the kids out of school until public opinion turns on the teachers and service personnel. Remind him this is not a game. He’s playing with the lives of real WVians.
The new talking point from the GOP in the Legislature is that WV teachers are being misled and misinformed by their “union bosses”. That’s an insult to the intelligence of our teachers. They can read the papers, watch the live feed and figure out who’s on their side and who’s not
Derrick Evans chose this day, Jan 6, to announce his ridiculous bid for congress. He was a disgrace to the House of Delegates and continues to disgrace our great state. He’s shown he deserves more prison time much more than he deserves your vote
Designating the New River Gorge a National Park will create 13,000 full time jobs and bring in 750mil a year...and the lame duck President is threatening to veto it. He doesn’t care about WV.
This was just posted by former Delegate John Mandt. He apparently was lying about his resignation and suspension of his campaign, just as he lied about being “hacked”. This lying bigot does not deserve your vote. The people of the 16th district deserve better.
Most of us would face being fired for taking a stapler home from work. In WV we impeached and prosecuted a SupCo Justice who stole a desk. Now it looks like a former President stole documents concerning our nuclear arsenal after he lost the election. Do you still defend him?
Real talk: Who videos themselves committing a federal crime while speaking of themselves out loud in 3rd person? He would’ve gotten away with it too...if it wasn’t for that meddling ego!
#DerrickEvans
I’m incredibly honored to have been elected as Vice Chair of
@wvdemocrats
I look forward to working with fellow committee members, colleagues, and candidates to grow and strengthen our Party. Let’s work together to improve the lives of ALL West Virginians.
Dems did not convict Trump. Biden did not convict Trump. He was convicted by a jury of his peers who heard the evidence, deliberated, and reached that conclusion unanimously. We should be proud to live in a nation of laws, not men, not despots. This is what makes America great
I wish the National Media would stop calling
#DerrickEvans
a “WV Lawmaker”. He broke several laws and made absolutely ZERO. Call him what he is...Terrorist
Only politicians would take 2 breaks in one day to congratulate themselves for doing what they were supposed to do 9 days ago. Just sign the damn bill.
Appalachia has historically been treated like 3rd world nation..our resources stripped, our people exploited for cheap labor. Systemic injustice leads to negative outcomes..abject poverty and addiction. Vance blames our people. I’m disappointed in the pick
He resigned from
@WVSupremeCourt
last week and he’s lobbying to protect big business this week. I’d say there ought to be a law but I think there already is
Do you know what’s worse than movies about drinking water contamination in WV? Contaminated drinking water and the corporate shills in the
@wvlegislature
who vote to allow increased levels of discharge in water.
If you are more upset by a perceived “War on Christmas” than you are by the real war being waged against the Kurds, the people who’ve been fighting Isis for us for years, then you might need to go back to Sunday school.
Today I was once again denied the opportunity to attend the secret so-called impeachment hearings. I will continue to fight on behalf my constituents and expose this sham process and stand with President Donald Trump.
The WV Supreme Court Of Appeals has no right to bar the media from our tour of the court. The People bought and paid for their furniture and renovations. They have every right to see it.
#1A
While I do not always agree with
@WVGovernor
I commend him for leading by example and publicly receiving a Covid vaccine. Let’s put all the conspiracies to rest, work together, and put this dark chapter in history behind us.
What a difference a year makes. This time last year
@WVGovernor
was calling a Special Session to help First Energy Execs line their own pockets (they did) so they could fill his campaign coffers (they did). This year he refuses to call one to help YOU!
While opposing an amendment to protect victims of rape and incest, Sen Karnes (R-FL) spoke of the victims “romanticizing” the “relationship” with the rapist. What planet do these people live on?
#VoteThemAllOut2022
#VoteBlue2022
Back in cab this morning, first passenger was a pipeline worker getting off work near Fisher Branch. He asked if we were going to legalize cannabis. He didn’t ask me about eliminating the business inventory tax. He didn’t ask me about cotenancy. More lawmakers should drive cabs
Thin skinned
@WVGovernor
is the least transparent, least accountable and most corrupt politician we’ve seen in many decades. He has no business representing WV in the US Senate.
The teachers, school service personnel, and other public employees deserve all the credit for the win today! You did it! The People have the Power!
#55strong
#55united
Every session starts with a prayer. Although I am Jewish, I stand and bow my head out of respect for others’ beliefs. Delegate Eric Porterfield refused to show that same respect. That may be his right..but he is WRONG
#WVGOPorterfield
I’ve never been a defender of the status quo. I’m always open to reform. But I cannot understand how removing employment requirements for teachers would help students. Would you send your kids to Dr who didn’t go to med school? Drive them over a bridge not designed by engineer?
Kudos to first year Delegate
@kaylayoungforwv
for passing 2 bills today. That’s not an easy feat for a freshman member in the super minority. They passed because they were good bills that will actually help people...and there’s one more on deck!
Today I filed to run for reelection to the WV House 54th district. I hope to continue fighting for those who often don’t have a seat at the table..those who can’t afford high priced lobbyist or campaign contributions. This will always be your campaign. Let’s fight for WV together
I just received official word that I will be receiving the 2018 Living the Dream Award in the area of Human and Civil Rights tomorrow at the Ecumenical Service at Asbury United Methodist Church. I’m shocked, but will accept the award as a reminder of what I should aspire to be.
.
@WVGovernor
is a flawed candidate and a compromised individual. He could not pass a background check for federal employment, much less a seat in the US Senate. Let
@HoppyKercheval
know what you think.
MetroNews Talkline Flash Poll: Do you think the financial problems of Jim Justice's family businesses will affect his ability to do his job if he is elected to the U.S. Senate?
Not surprised to see so many Republican colleagues chomping at bit to run a TX style abortion ban. Many of these guys spread disinformation about masks and vaccines as Covid death tolls rise. They’re not “pro life”. They’re playing a dangerous game with rights and lives of women
.
@WVGovernor
chose politicians over real judges to sit on our highest court. This does nothing to restore the People’s confidence in the Judiciary. The sad situation at our Supreme Court was manipulated to stack the deck against working WV. Sad!
Tonight we saw our next President show poise, grace, empathy, and intelligence. We saw a past President air old grievances, hurl insults and lie again and again. The choice couldn’t be clearer. VP Harris danced circles around him. He will not get on a stage with her again.
SCOTUS draft means Roe will likely be overturned this Summer, shifting focus to State Legislatures. If you trust women to make difficult decisions for themselves and want to keep Govt out of doctor’s offices, support the candidates who support you. Hint: You won’t find any in GOP
I apologize for retweeting announcement of the Governor’s address. Absolutely nothing new was said and no policy was implemented. I will continue disseminate information and attempt to advocate for sound policy in the absence of leadership from Executive Branch, state or national
Nice speech from
@WVGovernor
but we’ve got 7000 kids in foster care due to an out of control drug crisis and he didn’t even pay lip service to either issue
Today
@WVHouseGOP
objected to publicly recording remarks made during the debate on for-profit, corporate schools. So the same party who whined about “censorship” on Twitter has limited debate, stifled speech on the House Floor, and won’t even record what we ARE permitted to say.
Last day of Session and pay raises for teachers, State Troopers, and state workers is in peril, as is the social security tax elimination. We’ve done nothing to address childcare and we DIDN’T EVEN ADDRESS THE HIGH SCHOOL TRANSFER PORTAL! And the guy who promised all this is AWOL
If the only example of a trans athlete you can come up with is a reality tv star who last competed as a male 45 years ago, then maybe it isn’t a real problem. If you still think it is, then maybe you have been played by a political party that has done nothing for you in decades
Why is it even controversial for student athletes to publicly state their own lives matter? Why are people upset? Let’s support our kids and Let’s Go Mountaineers!
@USAttyStuart
With all due respect, sir, I disagree. The question should be “how many cannabis users never go to a treatment/recovery center because they don’t move on to more dangerous drugs?” BTW you can’t prosecute Medical Cannabis because there’s NO money for it in Federal Budget.
Officially filed for reelection this morning. I hope to earn your support during the upcoming session by seeking common ground to move WV forward and standing up for economic justice and basic human rights.
Hey Pat, every bill I introduce is meant for the benefit of our state (WV not NJ). I’m not the one with Big Pharma clients. And if you really believe in
#VexIt
then I’m not sure what you’re smoking.
This lifelong WVU fan will be rooting for Marshall in
#ncaasoccer
championship tonight...because I’m a West Virginian! However if one team doesn’t score any points, I’ll say they scored “zero”, not “nil”...because I’m an American!
#GoHerd
I just heard our thin skinned mayor completely disrespect a female caller on his radio show. If your answer to the rise in homeless population in Charleston is to remove benches, you’re probably fresh out of ideas.
@AmySGoodwin
has new ideas and a real plan. I’m voting for her!
Proud of my brother, David (Boone Co public school teacher), who used most of his time at the Public Hearing calling out the rudeness of Vice Chair Wilson for interrupting speakers. Pushkins don’t take no mess!
I’ve added my name to growing list of Republican and Democratic Delegates who are calling for a special session.
@WVGovernor
doesn’t have the Constitutional authority to spend public funds as he sees fit. CARES Act money was meant to help people not to fix holes in road or budget
House leadership should refuse to run another Senate bill until the agreed upon 5% pay raise is passed. Stop the train! Just a suggestion
#55strong
#55UNITED
I’m so grateful for the
@wvdemocrats
State Executive Committee for putting their trust in me and
@officialdaniwv
as Chair and Vice Chair. But now the real work begins!
#TrueBlue
Our prisons are under a State of Emergency, WVDOH is under investigation as is our state police, and foster kids left at hotels to fend for themselves. Meanwhile part time Gov is sending our troops into 100 degree heat for a political stunt. He promised you a rocket ship ride.
Today at 2 pm, I’ll join the
@WVNationalGuard
at a deployment ceremony for Operation Lone Star, where 54 WVNG soldiers will be deploying to the Southern Border to assist the TX National Guard secure our border. Watch the ceremony live here!
Please Read This!
@WVGovernor
is not only the least accessible, least transparent Governor in our lifetime…his disdain for the truth is staggering. He does not deserve your vote!
Today at
#TheBadIdeaFactory
we will be deliberating a bill to protect inanimate statues while your real life friends and family are just struggling to get by. These people you voted for don’t care about you
Justice Davis retired and cleared the way for the People to elect her replacement. Conversely, Justice Loughry digs in his heels and puts his own self preservation ahead of the greater good. He’s not fit to judge a pie eating contest. Resign. Before. Midnight.
The silence from
@WVGOP
is deafening this morning. The same Delegate who introduced legislation banning Sex Ed has a plethora of vulgar videos on a social media platform aimed at teenagers. Where’s
@FamilyPolicyWV
? Where’s GOP Leadership?
.
@WVGovernor
is falsely claiming he’s been working with Legislature regarding allocation of Cares Act. He’s had ONE conference with House Dems since onset of pandemic. I can assure you this is NOT about politics for me. People are hurting. The money was meant to help them not him
This is a very disturbing “trend” we’re seeing in WV media. Her coverage of the glaring issues at DHHR were by far the most detailed, in depth, and most importantly true.
West Virginia Public Broadcasting has parted ways with one of its reporters after alleged retaliation from WVPB operational management and pressure from the Department of Health and Human Services.
One of WV’s most well known and respected journalists was not admitted to participate in
@WVGovernor
fake press briefing today…because thin skinned Governor doesn’t like his questions. This administration is the least transparent we’ve ever seen.
Last week, I asked the governor about unpaid property taxes by his family businesses resulting in the public auction of hundreds of lots
He didn't like my question: "Brad, I really and truly don't even know why we continue to take your questions."
With all due respect, Senator, that’s not our economic plan. We just believe in grown ups making decisions for themselves…and YOU believe in the Big Government Nanny State controlling every aspect of our lives. And you wonder why people are fleeing WV in droves
Democrats released their economic and growth plan for WV. It’s marijuana. Other big ideas? Nope. Just marijuana. Tax cuts or court abuse reforms? None. Just marijuana. A drug crisis and the big plan is grow more drugs. 🤔
@WVGOP
Our state is not able to provide the most basic services under “leadership” of
@WVGovernor
Instead of doing their job, his administration blames a reporter for doing hers. Please stop voting for horrible people
"When I contacted the [DoHS] director of communications to try to smooth things over, I was told, 'Amelia’s reporting only seeks to harm and misinform West Virginians.'"
New commentary from my editor,
@Leann_Ray
. She always has my back in the thick of it.
As a member of the minority party in the House of Delegates, I’ve furnished my office at the Capitol with furniture found in hallways because it was thrown out of other offices. It’s fairly decent furniture and it’s a privilege and an honor to even have a room in that building
.
@WVGovernor
using teachers and public employees as pawns in his political game. He’s afraid of a Democratic Majority in the Legislature who would hold his Administration accountable for the chaos, absenteeism, and incompetence in the Executive Branch. Sad!
#wvpol
#BlueWave2018
If you’re receiving negative campaign literature that’s based on fear and doesn’t speak to real issues that could improve the lives of West Virginians or attract new people to our state, think about who’s sending it to you and why.... then
#VoteThemOut
.
@realDonaldTrump
referenced the postal worker in WV who was caught switching someone’s Party from D to R on a ballot application as evidence of massive voter fraud?!? How can anyone support this liar?
.
@WVSenatePres
just compared vaccine work requirements to “Nazi Germany” on the Senate Floor. His remarks are not just irresponsible and offensive, they’re downright stupid. He just trivialized the murder of millions while minimizing the deaths of hundreds of thousands
I just stopped by the largest block party in Charleston. It’s the kick-off to the Summer Basketball League at the 2nd Ave Center on the West Side. There were hundreds of students, parents, grandparents, friends and neighbors in attendance. Nobody asked me for a charter school.