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Governors Malloy, Christie, Walker, and Jindal: Their Records and Rhetoric

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The race for the White House is on and politicians from around the country are lining up for a shot at the presidency. As of this month, there are eight current or former governors seeking their party's nomination. While Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy is not one of them, he's certainly not shy about discussing those who are.

Malloy, who was elected chair of 2016 Democratic Governor's Association,  has been critically outspoken in recent years about his Republican counterparts in New Jersey, Wisconsin, and Louisiana. Some have praised his critique as bold and unequivocal, while others have dismissed it as partisan rhetoric -- a diversion from the economic inequality in Connecticut and the lackluster approval ratings he has there.

We take a look at the records of these Republican governors -- Chris Christie of New Jersey, Scott Walker of Wisconsin, and Bobby Jindal of Louisiana -- and ask experts from their respective states how they compare with that of our very own, Dannel Malloy.

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John Dankosky contributed to this show.

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If you’re reading this, you believe in trusted journalism and in learning without paywalls. You value access to educational content kids love and enriching cultural programming.

Now all of that is at risk.

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Your voice has protected public media before. Now, it’s needed again. Learn how you can protect the news and programming you depend on.