During the National Governors Association’s summer meeting, Democratic governors, led by Maryland’s Gov. Wes Moore, voiced justified frustrations with the bipartisan group. Moore emphasized that the NGA’s current structure and operations do not adequately represent the needs and priorities of state governments.
The comments come amid ongoing discussions about the organization’s role in advocating for states’ interests at the federal level. While the NGA has traditionally served as a platform for collaboration among state leaders, Moore and other Democrats argue that the group has failed to address critical issues such as funding for state programs, federal oversight, and policy coordination that impact state budgets and governance.
Moore’s remarks reflect broader concerns within the Democratic Party about the effectiveness of bipartisan institutions in advancing progressive policies. The NGA’s summer meeting provided a rare opportunity for governors to voice dissent and push for reforms that could reshape the organization’s future direction.