Gov. Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine, the 70th Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, was elected DNC Chair on January 21, 2009.

During Governor Kaine’s tenure, Virginia has been recognized as the most business-friendly state in America (Forbes.com 2006, 2007 and 2008; CNBC 2007), the top-performing state government in America (Governing Magazine, 2008) and the state where “a child is most likely to have a successful life” (Education Week, 2007).

Under Governor Kaine’s leadership, Virginia boasts one of the highest median incomes and one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation. In education, Governor Kaine has helped move the focus in the classroom from competence to excellence. In health care, Governor Kaine has worked to expand care options for children and expectant mothers, the health care safety net for the uninsured, foster care services, and medical education. During his administration, the Commonwealth has seen a historic elevation of the importance of linking land use and transportation as well as significant new investments in public transportation.

Governor Kaine shares with Virginians a desire to protect the God-given beauty of the Commonwealth. As Chairman of the Southern Governors Association, he is focused on addressing climate change in the South.  He also chairs the Executive Council of the EPA's Chesapeake Bay program. He has dedicated the last year of his administration to a “Renew Virginia” initiative, which will focus on reducing greenhouse gases, protecting the environment, and developing green energy and “green collar” jobs in Virginia.

Governor Kaine has helped Virginia Democrats regain two U.S. Senate seats, a majority of Virginia’s Congressional delegation, and control of the state Senate. In addition, as State Chairman of Obama for Virginia, he helped Virginia deliver its 13 electoral votes to a Democratic presidential candidate for the first time since 1964.

His career of public service began when he took a year off from law school to volunteer with missionaries in Honduras.  There, he served as the principal of a small Catholic school that taught teenagers basic carpentry and welding skills.

Governor Kaine practiced law in Richmond for 17 years, representing people who had been denied housing opportunities because of their race or disability.  He won many precedent-setting cases in this area and was recognized by local, state and national organizations for his fair-housing advocacy. He also taught legal ethics for six years at the University of Richmond Law School.

Starting in 1994, he was elected to four terms on the City Council, including two terms as Richmond's mayor, where he worked to build Richmond’s first new schools in a generation, cut taxes and slash the city’s crime rate.  Richmond's success in reducing violent crime won national recognition from Presidents Clinton and Bush and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.  The improvements in Richmond's economy during Kaine's tenure earned the city its first-ever listing in Forbes Magazine's annual ranking of the top 10 cities in America for doing business.

Governor Kaine was elected Virginia's Lieutenant Governor in 2001. He worked for four years with Governor Mark Warner to reform the state’s budget and invest new resources in education.

Governor Kaine is married to Anne Holton, a former legal aid lawyer and juvenile court judge. They have three children -  Nat, Woody, and Annella.

Latest News from the Chairman's Office:

DNC Chairman Tim Kaine Releases Statement in Honor of Veterans Day

November 11, 2009 - Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chairman Tim Kaine issued the following statement in recognition of Veterans Day:
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Chairman Kaine's Statement on the Nobel Peace Prize

October 9, 2009 - resident Obama was awarded the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday morning for his “extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples.” Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chairman Tim Kaine issued the following statement:
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Statement from Democratic Party Chairman Tim Kaine on the Passing of Senator Kennedy

August 26, 2009 - Today we mourn the loss of one the greatest and most consequential political figures in American history with the passing of Senator Ted Kennedy. Senator Kennedy was adored by millions of Americans and was respected by colleagues on both sides of the aisle for his energy, his passion, his humor, his compassion, his friendship and above all his commitment to serve his country in pursuit of a more common good for every American.
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Statement from DNC Chairman Tim Kaine on the Passing of Eunice Kennedy Shriver

August 11, 2009 - "Americans around the country today are mourning the death of Eunice Kennedy Shriver. Eunice was a wife, a mother, a sister and a member of one of our country’s most famous families, but she will be remembered most as the founder of the Special Olympics, an organization which has given millions of children with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to participate in competitive sport."
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Kaine statement on confirmation of Judge Sotomayor to U.S. Supreme Court

August 6, 2009 - DNC Chairman Tim Kaine issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm President Obama’s Supreme Court nominee, Judge Sonia Sotomayor
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DNC Chairman Tim Kaine Issues Statement After House Energy & Commerce Committee Passes Health Insurance Reform Bill

July 31, 2009 - Democratic National Committee Chairman Tim Kaine issued the following statement after the House Energy & Commerce Committee passed its version of health insurance reform legislation. "Today, the Energy and Commerce Committee took an incredibly important and historic step by passing its version of health insurance reform legislation. The committee's action marks significant progress and is another indicator of the momentum behind enacting comprehensive reform this year."
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Senate Judiciary Committee Votes to Confirm Judge Sonia Sotomayor

July 28, 2009 - The Senate is expected to debate the nomination next week. Sotomayor would be the Court’s first Hispanic justice and only it’s third woman.
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Guest Post: Chairman Tim Kaine on Attending President Obama's Health Care Town Hall in Virginia

July 1, 2009 - Today I was honored to join President Obama at the health care town hall at Northern Virginia Community College in Annandale, VA. The room was packed with kids and parents, students and seniors.
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Recognizing Juneteenth

June 19, 2009 - Today we recognize the holiday of Juneteenth, the commemoration of the abolition of slavery in Texas. On June 19, 1865 General Gordon Granger and federal troops arrived in Galveston Texas taking control of the state and enforcing the emancipation of slaves. DNC Chairman Tim Kaine and DNC Black Caucus Chair Virgie M. Rollins issued the following statement commemorating Juneteenth:
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DNC Chairman and Virginia Governor Tim Kaine on Creigh Deeds’ Primary Victory for Governor Of Virginia

June 10, 2009 - Democratic National Committee Chairman and Virginia Governor Tim Kaine issued the following statement on the nomination of Creigh Deeds for Governor in today’s Democratic primary election:
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Last Sunday on "Meet the Press"

May 20, 2009 - DNC Executive Director Jen O'Malley Dillon send out an email last night, thanking everyone who tuned in to watch Governor Kaine on "Meet the Press" on Sunday, as well as those who wrote in afterward with their thoughts:
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Chairman Kaine writes to Gov. Pawlenty

May 20, 2009 - DNC Chairman Tim Kaine sent Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty the following letter yesterday urging him to convince Coleman to end his protracted legal battle for the United States Senate.
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Gov. Kaine speaking in North Carolina

May 5, 2009 - On Saturday, Governor Kaine, Chairman of the DNC, gave the keynote speech at the North Carolina Democratic Party's Jefferson-Jackson dinner.
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Gov. Kaine to deliver keynote at North Carolina's Jefferson-Jackson dinner tomorrow

May 1, 2009 - Gov. Kaine to deliver keynote at North Carolina's Jefferson-Jackson dinner tomorrow
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Republicans Seek to Emulate Gov. Dean, 50-State Strategy

December 9, 2008 - Following the Democratic gains across the country at the local, state and federal levels, Republicans are left looking for inspiration in unfamiliar places -- Governor Howard Dean.
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Statement by DNC Chairman Howard Dean on the Passing of Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Catherine Baker Knoll

November 13, 2008 - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean today issued the following statement on the passing of Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Catherine Baker Knoll:
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Gov. Howard Dean to Participate in 92nd Street Y Forum

November 7, 2008 - On Tuesday November 11th Governor Howard Dean will participate in a post-election forum at the 92nd Street Y entitled, "Governor Howard Dean: Reflections, Projections and New Directions for the Democratic Party."
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Gov. Howard Dean

August 28, 2008 - Governor Howard Dean, Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, asks who do we want as our president?
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Democratic Party Adopts National Platform ''Renewing America's Promise'' in Pittsburgh Today

August 9, 2008 - At its meeting in Pittsburgh today, the full Platform Committee recommended that the Convention adopt the Democratic Party's national Platform "Renewing America's Promise" when it is presented in Denver later this month.
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DNC Celebrates 44th Anniversary of March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom

August 28, 2007 - Today, Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean and DNC Black Caucus Chair Virgie Rollins issued the following statement in honor of the 44th Anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom:
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Dean: Bush Republicans Putting the Health and Safety of America's Children in Jeopardy

August 21, 2007 - According to news reports today, the Bush Administration has instituted a new policy making it harder for states to enroll children in the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), which currently provides health care coverage to over six million children nationwide.
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Dean Statement on the Passing of Activist Bob Hattoy

March 5, 2007 - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean today issued the following statement on the passing of noted activist Bob Hattoy, who in addition to being a tireless advocate for a number of causes became the first openly gay person with HIV to speak to a national audience...
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Two Years With Governor Dean & The 50-State Strategy

February 12, 2007 - Today is Governor Dean's Two Year Anniversary as Chairman of the Democratic National Committee! And thanks to Democrats all across the country who have done the hard work to make it a success, Governor Dean's vision, the 50-State Strategy, has become an integral part of helping Democrats win campaigns all across the country. In the past two years we've seen Democrats
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Commending Governor Howard Dean for Instituting the “50 State Strategy” at the DNC

February 6, 2007 - The following resolution was adopted by the DNC Resolutions Committee at its meeting on February 1, 2007, in conjunction with the meetings of the Democratic National Committee, February 1-3, 2007. Submitted by: Mark Brewer, President, Association of State Democratic Chairs...
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Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean Address To DNC Winter Meeting "Leadership for America’s Future"

February 5, 2007 - Today, Chairman Howard Dean addressed more than 400 Democratic National Committee members at the DNC's annual Winter Meeting. Below is the text of his remarks: Four years ago when I stood before you at our winter meeting, I said that we're going to change America, we're going to bring hope to America, and bring pride to the Democratic Party.
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Governor Dean Responds to Bush Address On the War

January 10, 2007 - "By choosing to escalate the crisis in Iraq, President Bush continues to ignore the lessons of history, ignore the advice of military experts, ignore the recommendations of the bipartisan Iraq Study Group and the will of the American people. The...
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Keynote Address by Governor Howard Dean to European Progressive Party Leaders

December 11, 2006 - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean was invited to address the largest gathering of progressive party leaders in the European Union to discuss challenges facing progressive parties. Below is the text of his remarks as delivered.
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Watch It!: Governor Dean in Canada

November 30, 2006 - Governor Dean delivered the keynote address at the Canadian Liberal Leadership Convention. Watch it: Part 1 | Part 2 | Commentary An Excerpt... ...The Democratic Party had a great day a few weeks ago. But it was the start of...
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Governor Dean on TV

November 6, 2006 - Today... 12:03 PM - FOX News Live 12:15 PM - MSNBC Decision 2006 12:30 PM - CNN Newsroom - Election Special 8:30 PM - MSNBC Countdown with Keith Olbermann 9:00 PM - CNN Larry King Live...
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Fight on all Fronts

October 8, 2006 - Governor Dean writes an op-ed for the Sunday New York Times: We live in dangerous times that demand real leadership. The president’s foreign policies have failed. Recent polls show that a plurality of Americans trust Democrats over Republicans to handle...
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Governor Dean Writes a Letter

September 12, 2006 - College Republicans are at it again, this time with some help from the RNC: Morgan Wilkins, the intern hired by the Republican National Committee to win the hearts and minds of Michigan 20-somethings, is planning events that some may find...
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Dean Observes Labor Day

September 6, 2006 - As Americans observe Labor Day today, new figures this week showed consumer confidence numbers drop, the typical family income decrease by nearly $1,300 since President Bush took office, and the ranks of the uninsured grow to more than 46 million Americans.
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Republicans Incompetent in Defending our Nation

September 3, 2006 - The truth is that the Republicans look increasingly incompetent in defending our nation. Five years into the Bush presidency and a republican majority, we see Iran is about to get nuclear weapons, North Korea not only has them but is expanding the number of nuclear weapons. Osama bin laden is still at large. And, I think the American people realize that Iraq was a war of choice and that the real war is the war on terror. The Democrats want a new direction in our defense policy. We want to fight the war on terror.
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The Democratic Reunion: Governor Dean in Pennsylvania

July 29, 2006 - This morning I met up with Governor Dean and around 80 volunteers at Bob's Inn in Murrysville, Pennsylvania for a Democratic Reunion event. Fred Terling, a DNC-funded organizer for Pennsylvania, helped organize the canvass with Jason Altmire, the Democrat running...
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Gov Dean Drops By Asian American Action Fund Dinner

June 12, 2006 - Chairman Howard Dean paid a surprise visit to the Asian American Action Fund annual dinner at China Garden Restaurant in Rosslyn, VA on June 7. The Asian American Action Fund is one of the few federally-registered political action committees devoted to assisting Asian American and Pacific Islander Democratic candidates at the local, state and national levels.
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Dean on the Daily Show

May 16, 2006 - Governor Dean talked about the million doors you knocked on, the message you delivered, the door hangers you hung, and the 50-State Stategy that your Democracy Bonds support. It would've been an entirely different interview if it weren't for the thousands of Democrats across the country who have taken stake in their Party and worked to take it back.
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Howard Dean Outlines Democratic Agenda for Real Change on This Week

May 8, 2006 - Today, on ABC's “This Week,” Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean outlined the Democratic Party's agenda for bold leadership and real change.
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DNC Chairman Howard Dean's Address to the DNC Spring Meeting

April 25, 2006 - Read the address given by Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean today to the DNC’s Annual Spring Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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Dean: Do You Want Change or Do You Want More of the Same?

March 15, 2006 - This morning, DNC Chairman Howard Dean appeared on CNN’s “Late Edition” and answered a wide range of questions from Wolf Blitzer.
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Dean: Homeland Security Begins with Hometown Security

March 11, 2006 - This week, Governor Dean delivered the Democratic Radio Address. He applauded Democratic efforts to prevent President Bush from outsourcing the control of our largest ports to a foreign government-owned company.
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Governor Dean: Republicans Weak on Security

March 3, 2006 - Governor Dean: "After five years and two warnings from the 9/11 Commission, President Bush has failed to make our nation's ports safe and secure. We ought not to be letting foreign government-owned companies run our already porous ports, and the...
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Dr. Dean Visits Fenway Community Health Center

March 1, 2006 - Governor Howard Dean (right) chats with Fenway Community Health President & CEO Dr. Stephen Boswell during Dean's February 10 visit to Fenway. (Photo by Seth Dodge.) Governor Howard Dean, Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, stopped by Fenway Community...
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Excerpts of Chairman Dean's Remarks Before Jewish Council for Public Affairs

March 1, 2006 - Today in a speech before the Annual Conference of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean detailed the weakness of the Republican party on matters of national defense, and forcefully detailed why Democrats are stronger in keeping America safe.
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DNC Chairman Howard Dean on American Morning

February 16, 2006 - This morning, DNC Chairman Howard Dean appeared on CNN's "American Morning" to discuss the Democratic agenda and National Security.
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DNC Chairman Howard Dean on CBS Face the Nation

February 16, 2006 - This morning DNC Chairman Howard Dean sat down with CBS's Bob Schieffer and the New York Times' Elisabeth Bumiller on "Face the Nation." The interview covered a wide range of topics from the Democratic agenda to allegations that the Vice President may have authorized former Chief of Staff I. Lewis "Scooter" Libby to leak classified information in a time of war for political gain.
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DNC Chairman Howard Dean on ABC Good Morning America

February 14, 2006 - This morning, DNC Chairman Howard Dean sat down with ABC's Charlie Gibson on Good Morning America to discuss how the Bush administration has harmed our national security.
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Annual Report to the Grassroots

February 13, 2006 - One year ago today... Governor Howard Dean launched his plan for building a new Democratic Party. The members of the Democratic National Committee endorsed that plan unanimously when they elected him chairman, and hundreds of thousands of Democrats signed...
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Success Stories

February 12, 2006 - As I mentioned earlier, a good number of state party officers from across the country descended on Washington, D.C. this weekend for various trainings and discussion; here are two more video clips. The first is Governor Dean detailing some of...
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Dean on 'Face the Nation'

February 12, 2006 - Governor Dean on the Democratic agenda and allegations that the Vice President may have authorized former Chief of Staff I. Lewis "Scooter" Libby to leak classified information in a time of war for political gain.
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In the States: Mississippi

February 12, 2006 - Just got back from the training with Joe. Some of you asked for a transcript from Governor Dean's appearance on Face the Nation, and we are doing our best to provide not only that, but video as well. Until then,...
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Happy One Year Anniversary Chairman Dean

February 12, 2006 - One year ago today, Governor Dean was elected Chairman of the Democratic National Committee. Since that day, priority number one has been building organization in each of the fifty states and multiple U.S. teritories. Over the course of the next...
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Governor Dean on "Face the Nation"

February 10, 2006 - Governor Dean will be on "Face the Nation" Sunday morning, the day of his one-year anniversary as DNC chair. Be sure to watch. If you're on the east coast, you'll be snowed in with nothing better to do anyway.
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DNC Chairman Howard Dean on Fox News Sunday

February 2, 2006 - I think most Americans think the state of the Union is in pretty difficult shape right now. We do need some new ideas on the economy. The Democrats have put forward a jobs plan that has to do with energy independence.
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Message from Governor Dean on the State of the Union

February 1, 2006 - Governor Dean sent the following message to Democrats across the country following the president's speech tonight.
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Governor Dean Commemorates Life of Coretta Scott King

January 31, 2006 - "Today we mourn the loss of Coretta Scott King. Throughout her life, Mrs. King worked tirelessly for the struggle of non-violent activism, social justice and peace, carrying the message of the beloved community to almost every corner of our nation and around the world."
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Excerpts of Dean on 'Fox News Sunday'

January 29, 2006 - Excerpts of Governor Dean on Fox News Sunday, January 29th, 2006.
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DNC Chairman Howard Dean on NBC Today Show

January 26, 2006 - This morning, DNC Chairman Howard Dean sat down with NBC's Katie Couric on the Today Show to discuss several important issues facing the American people and their priorities.
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They're Serving Their Country Again

January 20, 2006 - While in Denver last week, the Governor met with a group of veterans who are working closely with the Colorado state party to get out the vote and get some more democrats elected across the state. What they had to say was pretty interesting and some of the work that they are doing is quite extraordinary.
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Quick Clip Transcript: Dean on MSNBC

January 19, 2006 - Excerpt of Governor Dean on MSNBC discussing terrorism and the difference between the two parties.
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Surprise, Surprise

January 17, 2006 - A few minutes of downtime in an otherwise packed schedule turned into an impromptu book signing last night in Palo Alto. The Gov and I dropped by a Borders bookstore because he wanted to find out if his book had come out in paperback yet. After browsing for a few minutes we came across two copies of "You Have the Power."
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Excerpts of Chairman Dean on Late Edition

January 12, 2006 - Today, on CNN’s Late Edition, Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean answered tough questions from host Wolf Blitzer on a wide range of topics, including: Dean's disgust over the recent Pentagon study regarding the failure to provide body armor for the troops, the Alito nomination, and the Republican fears over their culture of corruption and scandals surrounding convicted republican lobbyist Jack Abramoff.
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On The Road Again

January 12, 2006 - The Gov and I began 2006 just the way we ended 2005: traveling across the country talking about our 50-state strategy, energizing local democrats and meeting with local elected officials, candidates and interest groups.
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Just Clearing Things Up

January 8, 2006 - Governor Dean was on Late Edition with Wolf Blitzer this morning and stomped all over the RNC's talking points about Democrats taking Abramoff money. Fact is, none have. Not one. This is a Republican scandal, and there's nothing they'd like more than to drag Democrats into this.
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Governor Dean Op-Ed

January 5, 2006 - (You may have noticed an op-ed in your paper this morning from Governor Dean on Samuel Alito. If not, here is the full text for your enjoyment -- Tim) It's been widely acknowledged that President Bush had a bad year...
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Did George Bush Break the Law?

December 20, 2005 - George Bush is using the National Security Agency to conduct surveillance on American citizens without the consent of any court. Governor Dean wrote to Democrats across the country today about this dangerous and possibly illegal activity, and offered an opportunity for individuals to join in the effort to get the truth.
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Chairman Howard Dean Delivers Radio Address

December 19, 2005 - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean delivered this weeks Democratic Radio Address. In his remarks, Dean extended holiday greetings and offered the Democratic Party's priorities to strengthen the American community in the coming year.
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Dean on 1000th Day of Iraq War

December 14, 2005 - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean issued the following statement on the occasion of the 1000th day of the Iraq War.
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Doctor, Doctor, Give Me the News

December 13, 2005 - We're in Chicago today for a round of fundraisers and meetings - you know, the usual fare. But when one of our meetings cancelled on us, the Gov took the opportunity to get back to his medical roots and we dropped by a local children's hospital to say hello.
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When You Wish Upon a Democrat

December 12, 2005 - After a few days in 30 degree weather in New York City last week, I was really looking forward to our two days in Orlando for the Florida State Democratic Party Conference. Apparently, the Democrats in Florida were really looking forward to seeing us as well.
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Heeeeeeere's Howard!

December 2, 2005 - The Governor was on the Tonight Show Wednesday night and we got to go where few people go...back stage. Hanging out in the green room with the likes of Felicity Huffman and Ed Asner was quite a thrill for a little ole guy like me from Revere, Massachsuetts.
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Dems will win House and Senate in 2006

November 30, 2005 - 2005 has been a good year for Democrats. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has trained and hired local organizers on the ground in 49 states. These organizers are critical to our victories in 2006 and beyond.
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Dean Op-Ed on Democratic Values

November 30, 2005 - Dean: "The key to winning is running a national campaign based on our different vision and the themes that Democrats around the country have put forward."
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Chairman Dean's Excerpts from AIPAC Keynote Speech

November 22, 2005 - Last night, Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean addressed the American Israel Public Affairs Committee.
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Governor Dean: 'Shame on Them'

November 18, 2005 - Governor Howard Dean sent a note to Democrats across the country on the swift-boat style attacks against Congressman John Murtha. You can write a letter to Congressman Murtha, encouraging him to stand strong and thanking him for his courage. The...
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Happy Birthday Governor Dean!

November 17, 2005 - Yesterday was Governor Howard Dean's 57th birthday! Many of us were inspired to participate in the political process by Howard Dean, and today would be the perfect opportunity to either detail your small-d democratic re-birth, or just send him your birthday wishes.
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False Alarm

November 16, 2005 - Fred Baldasaro, Governor Dean's trip director, sent me an email this evening with a funny-because-it-didn't-happen-to-me anecdote.
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Governor Dean Meets with Arab American Leaders

November 16, 2005 - The Governor met with Arab American leaders in Dearborn, Michigan yesterday at the Arab American National Museum, the only museum of its kind in the United States. The museum is a project of the Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS), which provides services and does outreach to the community in Michigan and across the country.
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Chairman Dean Speaks For Me

November 14, 2005 - Governor Dean was on NBC's Meet the Press yesterday morning and stood up for the Democratic agenda, our shared Democratic values, and pledged to "stand up and tell the truth."
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Gov. Dean meets with Reverend Luis Cortes

November 10, 2005 - I just got out of a great meeting with Chairman Dean and Reverend Luis Cortes. Rev. Cortes is President and CEO of Esperanza USA, which translates into 'Hope USA'.
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South Dakota...in Southeast DC

November 10, 2005 - Governor Dean dropped by the South Dakota State Party fundraiser at the American Legion Hall on D Street last night to show his support for the work the party is doing back home.
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What 2005 Means

November 9, 2005 - Tuesday was a very great day for America and a great day for Democrats. Tim Kaine's win in Virginia and Jon Corzine's in New Jersey show that if you have good candidates and a strong agenda -- and are willing to ask for the vote in Republican-leaning areas, not just Democratic areas -- you can win.
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Excerpts of Chairman Dean on This Week

October 23, 2005 - Today, on ABC's This Week, Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean laid out the Democratic Party's agenda for America. He answered tough questions from George Stephanopoulos on a wide range of topics.
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Subway Blogging

October 19, 2005 - If you were on the Chicago public transit system last Friday and you think you saw Howard Dean, chances are you did.
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Governor Dean in Mexico

October 18, 2005 - We just got out of a great meeting with the Dems Abroad in Mexico City. There were folks from all over Mexico who came out to greet Chairman Dean and who are very excited about continuing to organize and mobilize American voters who live abroad. Dean even got to meet with Joe Nash, originally from Illinois, who founded the Dems Abroad in Mexico way back in 1952...and he's still at it.
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From New York...

October 12, 2005 - Set your Tivos or plan on being up late, because Governor Dean will be on the Late Show with David Letterman tonight on CBS.
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Gov. Dean on Hardball Today

October 5, 2005 - Gov. Dean will be appearing on MSNBC's Hardball with Chris Matthews today.
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Organizers from WI, SD, OK Visit DNC for Training

September 29, 2005 - Under Gov. Dean's 50-state strategy, we're hiring local organizers from every state in the nation to build a solid, permanent Democratic organization in their states.
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Gov. Dean Speaks Out on Bush's Next Supreme Court Pick

September 28, 2005 - Dean: "If we lose, better to go down fighting and standing for what we believe in, because we will not win an election if the public doesn't think we'll stand up for what we believe in."
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Meeting with Cindy Sheehan

September 27, 2005 - I met with Cindy Sheehan and three activist supporters here in my office at the DNC (two of whom were involved in the Presidential race) on Saturday after the rally. Some of you have met her, but for those who...
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Excerpts of DNC Chairman Howard Dean's Remarks to the National Baptist Convention of America, Inc.

September 7, 2005 - This afternoon, DNC Chairman Howard Dean addressed the National Baptist Convention of America, Inc. in Miami.
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Dean: Cheney’s Empty Rhetoric Won’t Provide Missouri Veterans Benefits

August 18, 2005 - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean today urged Vice President Cheney to use his visit to Missouri to explain why the Bush Administration has failed to fully fund veterans benefits for the brave Missourans fighting on the front lines of the war on terror.
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Dean on Face the Nation

August 15, 2005 - On Face the Nation, Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean thoughtfully laid out the Democratic Party’s positive agenda for America in four simple words: we can do better.
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Governor Dean on 'Face the Nation'

August 12, 2005 - Governor Dean will be on Face the Nation this Sunday.
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Governor Dean In New Hampshire

August 12, 2005 - Governor Dean was recently in New Hampshire for a state party event. Foster's Daily Democrat featured an article about his visit.
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The 40th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act

August 1, 2005 - This week, the Democratic Party will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

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DNC Chairman Statement on Rep. Tancredo's Extremist Remarks

July 19, 2005 - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean issued the following statement regarding U.S. Rep. Tom Tancredo's (R-CO) refusal to apologize for comments suggesting that the United States should bomb Muslim holy sites, including Mecca.
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Excerpts from DNC Chairman Howard Dean's Address Before the National Council of La Raza Annual Conference

July 19, 2005 - Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chairman Howard Dean today addressed the National Council of La Raza's annual conference.
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Bush: New Formula for Keeping his Word?

July 18, 2005 - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean issued the following statement: "Faced with a question about whether or not he will keep his promise to fire those involved in leaking the identity of an undercover CIA agent while we are at...
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Gov. Dean energizes Wisconsin Dems

July 14, 2005 - Gov. Dean's visit to Madison blew away all expectations. Over 700 people showed up for Dem Party fundraiser and organizers had to move the event from the lobby of the Orpheum Theater to the theater itself.
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DNC Chairman Howard Dean Addresses NAACP Annual Convention

July 14, 2005 - DNC Chairman Howard Dean today addressed the NAACP 2005 Annual Convention in Milwaukee. The following are excerpts from his remarks...
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