18: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, September 18

Beshear issues exec order on conversion therapy, and 100+ GOP officials call Trump “unfit to serve”

Published in News on Sep 18, 2024

18: More than 100 GOP former officials who worked on national security issues endorse Harris, argue Trump is 'unfit to serve'

More and more Republicans who have been in public service are endorsing Harris.

Published in News on Sep 18, 2024

18: The Christian Right’s playbook to elect Donald Trump in November

And how voters can use the tools of democracy to counter their plans

Published in Analysis on Sep 18, 2024

18: New Harris campaign ad features Kentucky rape survivor who became pregnant at 12

Hadley Duvall continues to speak out about her experience, and about Donald Trump’s abortion ban. See the spot itself below.

Published in News on Sep 18, 2024

18: Afraid to seek care amid Georgia’s abortion ban, she stayed at home and died

Candi Miller’s family said she didn't visit a doctor “due to the current legislation on pregnancies and abortions.” Maternal health experts deemed her death preventable and blamed Georgia’s abortion ban.

Published in Feature on Sep 18, 2024

18: Josie Raymond interview, LMPD hires a chief, and shootings along I-75

This week we welcomed Josie Raymond back to My Old Kentucky Podcast. Before speaking with Josie, Robert and Jazmin spoke about LMPD hiring a new chief and about the shootings that occurred along I-75 last week.

Published in Media on Sep 18, 2024

18: Beshear signs order banning conversion therapy on Kentucky minors

Practice has been called “torture,” and research shows it increases the rate of suicides among those experiencing it.

Published in News on Sep 18, 2024

17: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, September 17

Little by little, the ugliness and suspicion continue to grow.

Published in News on Sep 17, 2024

17: Tradition falls to suspicion as GOP candidates spurn forums hosted by League of Women Voters

Without both candidates, the League can’t hold the forum. Thus, empty lecterns all over the state.

Published in News on Sep 17, 2024

17: Growth in clean energy jobs spurred by incentives that congressional GOP opposes, says advocacy group

Kentucky ties with Texas for second highest rate of increase, though state’s actual numbers still lag the nation

Published in News on Sep 17, 2024

17: Kentucky election law puts early voting at odds with education in Bullitt County

Bullitt County Schools are closed for early voting after the county clerk used a state law to override the district’s refusal to be a polling site.

Published in News on Sep 17, 2024

17: Kentucky League of Women Voters canvassing ten areas in the state

Working to help infrequent voters be ready to vote this November.

Published in News on Sep 17, 2024

17: Kentucky election officials among those receiving suspicious packages; FBI investigating

So far, all of the envelopes contained materials that were later confirmed to not be harmful.

Published in News, Trending on Sep 17, 2024

15: You can’t accurately describe what Trump’s campaign has now adopted without the N word.

Another Rubicon has been crossed. What will we do about it?

Published in Commentary, Trending on Sep 15, 2024

15: Here’s what Andy Beshear should do next

The members of Forward Kentucky have shared their thoughts in this month’s “Voice of the Commonwealth” poll. Here are the results.

Published in Polls, Trending on Sep 15, 2024

15: She’s Such a Bitch, Part 2

Uh-oh, look out – someone has come between The Former Guy and Perjury Taylor Greene. Let the games commence!

Published in Commentary, Trending on Sep 15, 2024

14: ‘Debates don’t win elections.’ But these things do.

Plus, here are the IMPORTANT DATES to know!

Published in News, Trending on Sep 14, 2024

13: The Daily Wrap for Friday, September 13

It’s Friday the 13th! Have you been unlucky today?

Published in News on Sep 13, 2024

13: Judge sets hearing on unsealing case involving attorney general’s efforts to get abortion records

Court of Appeals rejected the AG’s subpoena as ‘fishing expedition’

Published in News on Sep 13, 2024

13: Voters strongly support a billionaire minimum tax

Every voter demographic in the survey thinks the ultra-wealthy should pay more in taxes – especially those with a net worth over $100 million.

Published in Analysis, Polls on Sep 13, 2024

13: ‘Round and ’round and ’round we go, as government shutdown looms

Once again, we are days away from a shutdown of the federal government. Why? Because Repubs can’t get their act together – and Donald Trump is pushing for the shutdown.

Published in Commentary on Sep 13, 2024

13: States are pushing back with anti-labor laws as union popularity grows, policy experts say

Local governments are working to improve working conditions – but state legislatures are overruling them and passing laws to harm unions.

Published in Analysis on Sep 13, 2024

13: The word you’re looking for is ‘racist’

Why does Donald Trump do and say all these things? The answer is simple.

Published in Commentary, Trending on Sep 13, 2024

13: Kentucky legislator says ethics complaint on ownership of condo is meritless

A Republican activist has filed an ethics complaint against Democratic Rep. Cherlynn Stevenson, alleging her co-ownership of a Frankfort condo with a lobbyist is a violation.

Published in News on Sep 13, 2024

13: Andy Barr’s ridiculous debate tweet – and a surprise

The surprise explains the tweet ... sorta.

Published in Commentary, Trending on Sep 13, 2024

11: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, September 11

Published in News on Sep 11, 2024

11: Poor, whining, jealous Trump

There’s a lesson here, children.

Published in Commentary on Sep 11, 2024

11: How Democrats are making a mistake in rural America – by not showing up

Check out the section on out-of-state organizers, and their results.

Published in Analysis on Sep 11, 2024

11: How we might describe the debate in western Kentucky

Lots of ways to say “Trump lost, bigly.”

Published in Commentary on Sep 11, 2024

11: Northern Kentucky developers, teachers unions fuel Amendment 2 money race

Over $4.5 million raised so far in the contest over funding charter schools

Published in Analysis on Sep 11, 2024

11: Double interview: Deb Ison Flowers and Matt Golden

This week we featured two guests: Deb Ison Flowers who is running for Kentucky House in Distrcit 60 in Boone County, and Matt Golden, who is running for Louisville Metro Council in District 16 in Northeast Jefferson County.

Published in Media on Sep 11, 2024

11: Adam Moore calls out Jefferson for not sharing plans

In a press release after last night’s debate, Democratic candidate Adam Moore called out his opponent, Tom Jefferson, for Jefferson’s lack of transparency with the voters of the 45th House District.

Published in Press Release on Sep 11, 2024

11: Harris wins the debate – and the facial expressions contest

It wasn’t even close.

Published in Feature on Sep 11, 2024

10: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, September 10

It’s debate night! Got your Bingo cards ready?

Published in News on Sep 10, 2024

10: Beshear-backed challengers trying to turn two suburban Louisville state House districts blue

Yes, Louisville is a blue city, but it still has some red districts. Can these two Dems change that?

Published in Feature on Sep 10, 2024

10: Ethics commission advances investigation of Kentucky House Rep. Grossberg

The Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission has voted unanimously to continue its investigation into Louisville Rep. Daniel Grossberg.

Published in News on Sep 10, 2024

10: How the 14th Amendment prevents state legislatures from subverting popular presidential elections

AND, what happens to that state’s Congressional delegation if they try it

Published in Analysis on Sep 10, 2024

10: PSA – Let’s talk about 100 days at 100 degrees and how to protect yourself

Do you know the recommended work-rest ratio when the temps are crazy high? Watch Belle of the Fifth Column – it could save your life.

Published in Feature on Sep 10, 2024

10: This is what we are doing with our one wild and precious life.

Listening to meaningless statements from lawmakers, for one thing.

Published in Commentary on Sep 10, 2024

10: KY communities consider solar zoning ordinances

The KY Resources Council has a model ordinance that cities can use.

Published in News on Sep 10, 2024

10: It’s time for reporters to tell the truth about Trump

Charlie Pierce nails it.

Published in Commentary on Sep 10, 2024

10: Harris' latest endorsements are breaking down party walls

Republicans, CEOs, law enforcement, Dick Cheney – the surprising endorsements are coming from all over

Published in News on Sep 10, 2024

10: If Donald Trump were your dad, you’d take away his car keys

And the mainstream media is making the situation worse

Published in Commentary on Sep 10, 2024

9: The Daily Wrap for Monday, September 9

Very light Monday – bet you can scan today’s Wrap in a minute or less!

Published in News on Sep 9, 2024

9: U.S. House GOP sets up fight over noncitizen voting in bill averting government shutdown

Noncitizens ALREADY cannot vote in federal elections. This amendment won’t get through the Senate, so once again Repubs are playing “chicken” with shutting down the government.

Published in News on Sep 9, 2024

9: This organization backed Kamala Harris in 2003. Now it’s trying to change the face of politics.

“Our work has no end date because there are still a lot of good women that we need to get in office.”

Published in Feature on Sep 9, 2024

9: AI chatbots are giving out false election information

Expert explains what to guard against and avoid

Published in Analysis on Sep 9, 2024

9: ‘School choice’ pitchman sowed chaos, division in public school district

So when you see a smiling Adams in today’s expensive TV ads, hawking Amendment 2, know that you are not listening to some random teacher they just happened to film in a classroom. You are being conned.

Published in Commentary, Trending on Sep 9, 2024

6: The Daily Wrap for Friday, September 6

TGIF, baybeeee!

Published in News on Sep 6, 2024

6: Dick Cheney says he will vote for Kamala Harris

Along with his daughter, former senator Liz Cheney.

Published in News on Sep 6, 2024

6: As Pennsylvania chooses the next president, its unions are choosing clean energy

A trade union coalition has launched a new advocacy group, Union Energy, to ensure that Pennsylvania's workers get a “just transition” to a fossil-fuel-free economy.

Published in News on Sep 6, 2024

6: Racism, bigotry prevail as universities bow to the far right, close DEI offices

The villains in this saga are the bigots in the Kentucky General Assembly. Capilouto and Short-Thompson are not racists. But they are enabling the racists in the legislature.

Published in Commentary on Sep 6, 2024

6: Kentucky officials shocked by the number of applications for medical cannabis business licenses

One thousand? Nope. Three thousand? Nope. How many? Read on.

Published in News on Sep 6, 2024

6: The GOP agenda

Teri Carter nails it.

Published in Commentary on Sep 6, 2024

5: The pain of the Georgia school shooting

Don’t avert your eyes. Feel the pain, then DO SOMETHING.

Published in Media on Sep 5, 2024

5: The Daily Wrap for Thursday, September 5

Plus a pretty good tweet about J.D. Vance

Published in News on Sep 5, 2024

5: September VOTC: What should Andy Beshear do next?

Time to weigh in on career choices for our popular governor!

Published in Polls on Sep 5, 2024

5: Do women candidates have a harder time being elected?

A political scientist explains the surprising role that gender plays in American politics

Published in Analysis on Sep 5, 2024

5: New 4-year contract approved for KY Fish and Wildlife chief who has clashed with Beshear

Even the governor’s appointees voted to rehire Rich Storm

Published in News on Sep 5, 2024

5: The best Harris-Walz plug so far

Tennessee Brando lays it out.

Published in Commentary, Media on Sep 5, 2024

4: Donald Trump: A racist with racist policies

A new film from Brave New Films

Published in Media on Sep 4, 2024

4: School vouchers are a bad choice for Kentucky students, communities, and budgets

The impact will be large and far-reaching.

Published in Commentary on Sep 4, 2024

4: The two elephants in the Trump living room

‘Donald Trump appeals to the worst undercurrent of American politics’

Published in Commentary, Analysis on Sep 4, 2024

4: No, local election officials can’t block certification of results – there are plenty of legal safeguards

Many people are worried about local officials pulling “shenanigans” with the election results. This author says there are protections in place.

Published in Analysis on Sep 4, 2024

4: Swing states prepare for a showdown over certifying votes in November

An in-depth look at the issue in Michigan and Wisconsin

Published in Analysis on Sep 4, 2024

4: Franklin judge urges mediation in dispute between Kentucky auditor and Beshear administration

And if the two sides can’t agree on a mediator, Shepherd will appoint one for them.

Published in News on Sep 4, 2024

4: Illegal voting by noncitizens is rare, yet Republicans are making it a major issue this election

Some Democrats contend it's all unnecessary and could create hurdles for legal voters

Published in Analysis on Sep 4, 2024

4: Jennifer Sierra interview, DEI at Kentucky universities, and a juvenile justice update

Sierra spoke about how important the issue of abortion rights were to her as well as all the other issues that motivated her to run for office.

Published in Media on Sep 4, 2024

3: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, September 3

It’s about time for the starter’s gun to fire.

Published in News on Sep 3, 2024

3: Kentucky lawmaker pushes for bill to temporarily disarm in mental health crises

Commonly called “red flag laws,” a bill was introduced in the last legislative session, but never got a committee hearing. Will that change in the next session?

Published in News on Sep 3, 2024

3: Listeria outbreak linked to a Boar’s Head plant is an example of why regulation without consequences fails

Citations were issued, but nothing else was done. Then people died.

Published in Commentary on Sep 3, 2024

3: New challenge arises as Kulkarni is renominated as Democratic candidate in KY House election

LOUISVILLE — Another legal obstacle to Democratic Rep. Nima Kulkarni’s reelection was filed in Franklin Circuit Court Tuesday afternoon.  William Zeitz, a Democrat who challenged Kulkarni in May’s primary election, has joined with Dennis Horlander, a Democrat who previously represented the 40th House District, in suing election officials after

Published in News on Sep 3, 2024

3: Kentucky group addressing recent concerns on medical cannabis licensing

As medical cannabis gets closer to being a reality in the state, businesses have questions. One group is working to answer those questions.

Published in News on Sep 3, 2024

3: Medical cannabis is on the ballot in more than 100 cities/counties in Kentucky

More than 100 cities and counties have opted for a ballot referendum in November that asks voters if they want to allow businesses to operate as licensed medical marijuana growers, dispensaries, processors or compliance facilities, Joe Sonka and Justin Hicks report for Louisville Public Media. “While local governments for the

Published in Analysis on Sep 3, 2024

3: On Labor Day, remember how Kentucky GOP attacks workers, families each legislative session

Nobody knows for certain what Republicans have in store next, but there’s no doubt they will continue to attack unions and whoever they deem a political threat.

Published in Commentary on Sep 3, 2024

3: The Trump-Vance team ‘phones it in’ on Labor Day

Labor Day has come and gone. So how did the presidential contenders and their running mates spend the traditional kickoff day for fall campaigns?  “Harris and Walz blitz the Blue Wall while Trump phones it in on Labor Day” read the headline on a Labor Day story in The Independent,

Published in News on Sep 3, 2024

2: Lessons from the Knights of Labor on this Labor Day

This early union once had thousands of members across the U.S., and still has things to teach us

Published in Feature on Sep 2, 2024

30: Sign, sign, everywhere a sign

The Dems in the Purchase are fired up and ready to go!

Published in News on Aug 30, 2024

29: The Daily Wrap for Thursday, August 29

Check out the tweet from President Obama. LOL

Published in News on Aug 29, 2024

29: How many of these fascist boxes does Trump check?

Let’s look at the list.

Published in Analysis on Aug 29, 2024

29: Grossberg not welcome at local party events as embarrassments mount for Louisville Democrats

Local party joins other organizations either stepping back from Grossberg, or actively calling on him to resign

Published in News on Aug 29, 2024

29: Conservative opponents of DEI may not be as colorblind as they claim

Three studies show that racism may be at the root of anti-DEI sentiments

Published in Analysis on Aug 29, 2024

29: Labor Day report: Increased federal investment and rising union activity create momentum for more good jobs in Kentucky

Kentucky’s economy is on the move, thanks to both the Biden administration and unions across the state. KyPolicy has the receipts, and some recommendations.

Published in Analysis on Aug 29, 2024

29: Kentucky schools brace for the end of federal recovery funds as Amendment 2 threat looms

The federal funds filled the gap when the General Assembly prioritized surpluses and income tax cuts over restoring funding to public schools

Published in Analysis on Aug 29, 2024

28: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, August 28

Drink some water while you read The Wrap.

Published in News on Aug 28, 2024

28: Democrats sue to block Georgia rules that they warn will block finalization of election results

ATLANTA (AP) — The state and national Democratic parties sued Monday to block two recent rules adopted by Georgia’s State Election Board that could be used by county officials who want to refuse to certify an election, potentially causing delays in finalizing the state’s results. The lawsuit, filed before

Published in News on Aug 28, 2024

28: Beshear criticizes DOJ report that found Kentucky violates rights of Louisvillians with mental illness

Gov. Andy Beshear questioned aspects of a new federal report that found the state of Kentucky seems to be violating the rights of people with serious mental illnesses.

Published in News on Aug 28, 2024

28: Who will represent Louisville House District 40? Clock ticking for parties to name nominees

And will Nima Kulkarni be allowed to file and run again?

Published in News on Aug 28, 2024

28: Louisville residents warn legislative task force against splitting up their school district

“Not our agenda,” said co-chair Kim Banta during the meeting.

Published in News on Aug 28, 2024

28: Erin Marshall, Andy at DNC, Grossberg should resign, Kulkarni’s issues, & more!

A completely over-the-top packed episode!

Published in Media on Aug 28, 2024

27: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, August 27

Reminder – stay hydrated!

Published in News on Aug 27, 2024

27: Justice Department finds Kentucky unnecessarily institutionalizes Louisville residents with serious mental illness

DOJ says over-use of institutions instead of community services is not the way to handle the problem

Published in News, Press Release on Aug 27, 2024

27: Homeless sweeps are expensive, useless, and cruel, Human Rights Watch charges

The HRW report also identifies the real cause of most homelessness: the shortage of affordable housing.

Published in Analysis on Aug 27, 2024

27: Every year, Kentucky intercepts millions in child support payments owed to low-income kids and sends most of it to Washington

But Kentucky could change this to send more money directly to the families

Published in Analysis on Aug 27, 2024

27: ‘Shocked’: UK students react to removal of Office for Institutional Diversity on first day

Not only is the office itself eliminated; the school is also stopping diversity training.

Published in News on Aug 27, 2024

27: Democratic state lawmaker arrested for driving under the influence

This is Chester-Burton’s second DUI arrest in the past four years.

Published in News on Aug 27, 2024

27: Can Democrats win in rural America?

Two authors think they can. Here’s their ideas.

Published in Analysis on Aug 27, 2024

26: The Daily Wrap for Monday, August 26

“Hot enough for ya?” [punch]

Published in News on Aug 26, 2024

26: Amendment 2 would send tax dollars to church schools

The “school choice” belongs to those churches, who can choose who they let in – and who they keep out

Published in Commentary on Aug 26, 2024

26: Barr ready to release vitriolic smears to serve his political ambitions

It’s times like this that the real, do-anything-to-get-ahead Garland Hale Barr IV steps forward.

Published in Commentary on Aug 26, 2024

26: No, the world isn’t heading toward a new Cold War – it’s closer to the grinding world order collapse of the 1930s

Can we learn from that history?

Published in Analysis on Aug 26, 2024

26: ‘It’s on us:’ KY Republican slams fellow lawmakers for not funding juvenile justice improvements

Sen. Danny Carroll calls for less ‘finger pointing,’ more unity and money

Published in News on Aug 26, 2024

26: Kentucky Auditor Ball sues Beshear administration for access to computerized records of abuse, neglect

Kentucky Auditor Allison Ball has filed a lawsuit against the Beshear administration in Franklin Circuit Court in her ongoing effort to ensure the office of the ombudsman has access to information about abuse and neglect cases. This move comes after Ball and the administration have gone back and forth on

Published in News on Aug 26, 2024

23: The Daily Wrap for Friday, August 23

Plus a few reminders and updates ...

Published in News on Aug 23, 2024

23: The return of Normal

After years of abnormal, even sociopathic, behavior from one political leader, it was so good to just sit back and enjoy a political event and the party that put it on

Published in Commentary on Aug 23, 2024

23: More on why you should vote NO on Amendment 2

Not only is it unconstitutional – it’s also an economic debacle waiting to happen

Published in Commentary on Aug 23, 2024

23: LGBTQ advocates see mayor’s race as best chance yet for a Bowling Green fairness law

Patti Minter, the Democrat running for mayor, has been pushing for a fairness ordinance in Bowling Green for years.

Published in Analysis on Aug 23, 2024

23: Voters think recent GOP actions and quotes are ‘very weird’

And they’re right.

Published in Analysis on Aug 23, 2024

23: Politicians step up attacks on the teaching of scientific theories in US schools

Trying to sneak in unscientific content via the back door

Published in Analysis on Aug 23, 2024

23: Kentucky’s Judicial Conduct Commission doesn’t have authority to permanently remove judges

Kentucky’s Supreme Court ruled Thursday the Judicial Conduct Commission — the only entity authorized to take disciplinary actions against sitting judges — does not have the authority to permanently remove them from office. The ruling stems from a case involving former 42nd Judicial Circuit Court Judge Jamie Jameson, who was removed

Published in News on Aug 23, 2024

23: ‘Legal warfare’: Kentucky AG challenges Fayette County judge for third time in months

Legal experts say a series of challenges against a single judge is unusual.

Published in News on Aug 23, 2024

23: With Biden out, Comer’s next nonsensical quest? Prove Walz a Communist spy

No smoke, no fire – just Comer off on another of his quixotic, idiotic investigations

Published in Commentary on Aug 23, 2024

23: Some basics about those schools that Amendment 2 is about

Public schools are, by law, “schools for all.” How about those private schools that would take $$ from public schools if Amendment 2 passes?

Published in Commentary on Aug 23, 2024

22: The Daily Wrap for Thursday, August 22

Yes, there is political news outside of the DNC. But not a lot. <g>

Published in News on Aug 22, 2024

22: Her political future cloudy, Grimes must contend with effort to reinstate alleged ethics violations

Kentuckian attends Democratic National Convention, raises speculation about another U.S. Senate run

Published in News on Aug 22, 2024

22: A look at Gov. Andy Beshear's jam-packed week at the DNC

WASHINGTON — After auditioning as a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris, with campaign stops around the U.S., Gov. Andy Beshear, D-Ky., was front and center as the Democratic National Convention opened Aug. 19. Beshear's primetime address on reproductive rights was just one of a dizzying

Published in News on Aug 22, 2024

22: Save public schools: Vote NO on KY Constitutional Amendment 2

It’s not about “choice” – it’s about destroying public schools.

Published in Commentary on Aug 22, 2024

22: Breaking: SCOKY rules Kulkarni primary election invalid

SOS Adams says he will re-open the primary and schedule a new election

Published in News, Election 2024 on Aug 22, 2024

22: Vance’s values show he isn’t ‘ours’

His critique of Appalachia actually says more about himself.

Published in Commentary on Aug 22, 2024

21: The party of Joy vs the dirty old man

He has wasted Eight Years of our lives. It’s time to take our lives back.

Published in Commentary on Aug 21, 2024

21: The (Semi-)Daily Wrap for Wednesday, August 21

Miss me much?

Published in News on Aug 21, 2024

21: Beshear: Democrats trying to reverse election losses in rural America should focus on economy

Should hit Republicans on their failure to deliver on jobs, health care, and more

Published in News on Aug 21, 2024

21: The trans-panicked Repubs in Frankfort

You Repubs need to take a hint from this bathroom sign.

Published in Commentary on Aug 21, 2024

21: University of Kentucky disbanding its diversity office, president announces

The anti-DEI movement of Kentucky Republicans claims another victim.

Published in News on Aug 21, 2024

21: WKU finally follows the open-records law

A nine-year saga appears to finally be coming to an end.

Published in News, Analysis on Aug 21, 2024

21: Joe Biden’s exit line echoes one from 72 years ago

Kentucky’s Alben Barkley, affectionately known as “The Veep,” made a similar decision when the presidency was in front of him.

Published in Feature on Aug 21, 2024

19: The fake patriotism of Trump and Cameron

It’s time to stop letting Republicans claim the mantle of patriotism without actually being patriots.

Published in Commentary on Aug 19, 2024

17: To Joe Biden: Thanks and Farewell

From both sides of the aisle, gratitude for a life of public service

Published in Commentary on Aug 17, 2024

16: How a slogan about coal creates more heat than light

This “in your face” license plate doesn’t help us solve the REAL problem.

Published in Analysis, Commentary on Aug 16, 2024

16: Comer launches new BS probe against Harris

Once again, Comer embarrasses himself ... and our state.

Published in News, Commentary on Aug 16, 2024

16: Don’t vote for Trump if ...

If you need a reason not to vote for Trump, read on.

Published in Commentary on Aug 16, 2024

15: Kentucky appeals court rejects AG’s efforts to get employment records in abortion case

Calls the case a “fishing expedition in the wrong pond”

Published in News on Aug 15, 2024

15: Gov. Beshear addresses controversy around Pulaski County Schools’ position on school funding amendment

The school system advocated against the amendment on their official web site

Published in News on Aug 15, 2024

15: New Kentucky chapter of LCLAA formed, with first convention announced

The Labor Council for Latin American Advancement expands into the Bluegrass State

Published in Press Release on Aug 15, 2024

15: Comer keeps on investigating

Aaron, Kimberly and Chris welcome back Willie Carver, Jr. to this week's roundup of breaking Kentucky political news.

Published in Media on Aug 15, 2024

15: Walz is a hunter, a former soldier, and a ‘rural for real’ man on the Democratic ticket

An Iowa editor weighs in on Tim Walz as the VP candidate

Published in Commentary on Aug 15, 2024

15: Legislators discuss job barriers legal immigrants might face

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 15, 2024) — The Workforce Attraction and Retention Task Force on Wednesday heard from two legislators and others about barriers some legal immigrants face when they seek employment. Rep. Matthew Koch (R-Paris) and Rep. Nima Kulkarni (D-Louisville) testified during the meeting about those challenges and ways services might

Published in News on Aug 15, 2024

15: J.D. Vance: throwing stones from his glass house

“I think this settles it. Vance is an a—hole.”

Published in Commentary on Aug 15, 2024

14: Kentucky school district’s posts against Amendment 2 raise questions about political influence

Attorney General says his office is reviewing the posts, which were ‘pretty crystal clear’

Published in News on Aug 14, 2024

14: Kentucky justices question legislative interference in JCPS case against the state

Attorney General’s Office argues law affects an open class of school districts; board says it’s a violation of the state Constitution

Published in News on Aug 14, 2024

14: Wilanne Stangel interview, and Allison fills in again

Robert and Allison were the hosts this week, discussing a major fundraising call in Kentucky, scandals in both Louisville and Lexington, and more. During the second part of the show, Robert interviewed Wilanne Stangel, the Democratic candidate in District 69 in Northern Kentucky.

Published in Media on Aug 14, 2024

14: The results are in – Harris, Walz, and Biden

In this month’s VotC, there are no surprises, really – but the comments really help tell the tale.

Published in Polls on Aug 14, 2024

14: Harris-Walz ticket earns rave reviews from Kentucky union leaders

All across the commonwealth, union folks are excited about this ticket, and energized not just to vote but to volunteer.

Published in Feature on Aug 14, 2024

9: Home of the Innocents, plus Adam Moore

This week we had two guests! First up was Lydia Bell of Home of the Innocents, a Louisville non-profit serving children and young adults. Then, we talked with Adam Moore, the candidate for House District 45 in Lexington.

Published in Media on Aug 9, 2024

9: It Ain’t Andy (yet) w/Berry Craig

The Colonels cover lots of ground this week, then interview Berry Craig on what it’s like to do Democratic organizing in rural, ruby-red Kentucky counties.

Published in Media on Aug 9, 2024

9: Amendment 2 – Another Repub attack on public education

Voting NO on Amendment 2 is the only sensible choice.

Published in Commentary on Aug 9, 2024

8: The threat to democracy in the church down the street

There is a threat to our democracy in this country, and it could be in a church in your town. In fact, it could be in your church.

Published in Media, Bruce’s Take on Aug 8, 2024

7: The Queen of Zingers – and of serious stuff too

Because Amendment 2 is no joke.

Published in Feature on Aug 7, 2024

7: Auditions on the national and Kentucky stages

Many pols are already looking ahead to races in ‘26, ‘27, and ‘28

Published in Analysis on Aug 7, 2024

6: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, August 6

Some really good tweets inside as well!

Published in News on Aug 6, 2024

6: Kentucky nears ‘crisis point’ as early education funding lags

Quality and access aren’t bad – but the money just isn’t there

Published in Analysis on Aug 6, 2024

6: Hillbillies don’t need an elegy, but the mountains might

Vance wears the term hillbilly like a costume, but I can see through it.

Published in Commentary on Aug 6, 2024

6: Beshear pledges support to Harris-Walz ticket, says it was an honor to have been considered

Now the question is: Will he run for something else in 2026?

Published in News on Aug 6, 2024

6: NKY women from both sides of aisle look to make gains in KY General Assembly

A record 11 women are running for the legislature from northern Kentucky. Here’s their profiles.

Published in Feature, Election 2024 on Aug 6, 2024

6: Erin Marshall’s speech at Fancy Farm: ‘Fierce’

“It is time to have a representative that is working for you instead of working to get his face on Fox News.”

Published in Feature on Aug 6, 2024

6: KDP applauds selection of Tim Walz as Harris running mate

Via press release from KDP Frankfort, Ky.—Today, KDP Chair Colmon Elridge released the following statement after Vice President Kamala Harris selected Governor Tim Walz as her running mate in the 2024 presidential election.  “Through years of service in public school classrooms and as a congressman and governor, Governor Walz

Published in Press Release on Aug 6, 2024

5: Stuck bridges, buckling roads − extreme heat is wreaking havoc on America’s aging infrastructure

And it’s only going to get hotter.

Published in News on Aug 5, 2024

5: Former KY Gov. Matt Bevin’s adopted son reportedly removed from abusive facility in Jamaica

The Times of London broke this story of children sent to far-off facilities to be “re-educated.” Bevin’s son was just one of many at the facility.

Published in News on Aug 5, 2024

5: A look into the GOP platform: Part Two

Chuck Witt continues digging into what the GOP leadership says they want to accomplish

Published in Analysis on Aug 5, 2024

5: Jamie Comer rolls out his same old lies at Fancy Farm

“He sounded like a keynoter at a Q-Anon convention.”

Published in Commentary on Aug 5, 2024

5: What do you mean, the fiscal note is ‘confidential’?!?

Another example of the secrecy surrounding so much of what is done in Frankfort.

Published in Commentary on Aug 5, 2024

4: The 13 Keys to Election ‘24

We interview Dr. Allan Lichtman, professor of history at American University and author of the 13 Keys – a model for predicting who will win the presidential election. Dr. Lichtman's model has correctly predicted the winner of the presidency since 1984. What is he saying about this year’s race?

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Aug 4, 2024

4: Republican speaker says we need to respect each other

“Attack the policy, don’t attack the people.”

Published in Feature on Aug 4, 2024

2: The Daily Wrap for Friday, August 2

A light news day on this Fancy Farm weekend. But check out the story from Berry Craig on Erin Marshall. (Be prepared for some zingers.)

Published in News on Aug 2, 2024

2: ‘I say he gets it’: UAW Louisville chapter president throws support behind Andy Beshear to be VP pick

Beshear has called himself pro-union, dating back to his days as Kentucky’s attorney general. He most recently visited the picket line at Ford’s KTP in October 2023.

Published in News on Aug 2, 2024

2: Why shouldn’t Supreme Court have a stricter, enforceable ethics code?

And Mitch McConnell’s gaslighting and bloviating doesn’t count as a reason not to.

Published in Commentary on Aug 2, 2024

2: The Iron Woman

Erin Marshall lives in Frankfort, but is campaigning all over western Kentucky – and driving her car to do it.

Published in Feature, Election 2024 on Aug 2, 2024

2: Some food and political speaking that ISN’T Fancy Farm

At the geographical center of the state, too!

Published in Event on Aug 2, 2024

2: You need to be a poll worker! Here’s how

Sign up now while you’re reading this story

Published in Feature on Aug 2, 2024

1: The Daily Wrap for Thursday, August 1

Beshear rumors continue to fly – but there are other stories to read as well.

Published in News on Aug 1, 2024

1: A Tyson exec wrote Kentucky’s 'ag-gag' law. What could go wrong?

The Senate bill bans any kind of recording of abuses on ag facilities – thus making it almost impossible for whistle-blowers to prove their case.

Published in News on Aug 1, 2024

1: Andy Beshear’s perfect response to JD Vance makes his case to be Harris’ running mate

After years of Trumpian lies, fearmongering and divisiveness, Kentucky's governor is a welcome antidote.

Published in Commentary on Aug 1, 2024

1: ‘Confidential’: Hiding the cost of legislation from Kentuckians

Unlike most states, Kentucky does not require filed or advancing bills to be accompanied by a financial analysis. Sometimes lawmakers ask for them, and sometimes they are “confidential.”

Published in Analysis on Aug 1, 2024

1: UAW President Shawn Fain vouches for Andy Beshear to be Harris’ VP pick

“I’m a huge Andy Beshear fan,” UAW President Shawn Fain told CNN. “He’s been there with us every step of the way."

Published in News on Aug 1, 2024

1: Kim Davis is bumming us out, plus an interview w/ Teri Carter

Nate and Kimberly update us about some breaking Kentucky political news, including the former county clerk we had all hoped we’d heard the last of. Then, the crew catches up with damned good trouble-maker, writer Teri Carter.

Published in Media on Aug 1, 2024

1: Another Kentucky House candidate disqualified for error in filing papers

And for the same problem: filing papers signed by persons registered with another party

Published in News on Aug 1, 2024

1: ‘White Dudes for Harris’ – in Kentucky?

Even in deepest-red Trumpistan, there are some White dudes voting for the Democrat.

Published in Commentary on Aug 1, 2024

31: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, July 31

A bit lighter in number of stories ... but still some important ones

Published in News on Jul 31, 2024

31: Odds for Harris’ Vice President: Beshear soars, but Shapiro leads

The betting market changed after NC Governor Roy Cooper withdrew his name

Published in News on Jul 31, 2024

31: Lawmakers join KY’s largest addiction treatment provider to oppose Medicaid payment cuts

FRANKFORT — The state’s largest provider of drug and alcohol treatment is warning that looming cuts in Medicaid reimbursement to some providers could damage efforts to curb addiction that has engulfed Kentucky — just as the state is showing improvements. “Kentucky has made significant strides in access to treatment,” Matt Brown,

Published in News on Jul 31, 2024

31: Andy Beshear apologizes to Diet Mountain Dew, plus Chris Kolb's resignation

This week, Jazmin is joined by Allison Wiseman, president of KY Young Dems

Published in Media on Jul 31, 2024

31: Franklin Circuit Judge Wingate dismisses constitutional challenge to anti-vaping law

House Bill 11 survives challenge, limits vaping products.

Published in News on Jul 31, 2024

31: Kentucky House Dems seek investigation of text messages, temporarily suspend one of their own

Rep. Daniel Grossberg has denied any impropriety.

Published in News on Jul 31, 2024

31: Trump reveals so much racism at the NABJ

Throw in some misogyny to boot, and you’ve got a typical Trump mess.

Published in Commentary on Jul 31, 2024

31: The low DQ of the Trump GOP

And we’re not talking about ice cream.

Published in Commentary on Jul 31, 2024

30: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, July 30

Whoa – just 99 days to the election!

Published in News on Jul 30, 2024

30: ‘White Dudes for Harris’ raises more than $4 million as celebrities, running mate hopefuls stump for the VP

Follows similar Zoom calls, with the first one being “Win With Black Women”

Published in News on Jul 30, 2024

30: Committee hears from trauma network advocates, others

Interim Joint Committee on Health Services looks at loss of EMS workers

Published in News on Jul 30, 2024

30: Boone County GOP sues election finance board over ‘civil rights violations’

Suit says the KREF advisory opinion outlawing spending on constitutional amendments violates their free speech rights

Published in News on Jul 30, 2024

30: Progressive leaders endorse Beshear and Walz in letter to Harris

They also reject Shapiro of Pennsylvania

Published in News, Election 2024 on Jul 30, 2024

30: Kentucky progressive operative launches new PAC to unify Democrats and train future leaders

Focused on Louisville this year, with plans to expand in coming years

Published in Press Release on Jul 30, 2024

30: Immigrants and crime: Some facts to ponder

Actual facts, by the way, and not the xenophobic rhetoric coming from Trump.

Published in Analysis, Commentary on Jul 30, 2024

30: How authoritarians Like Trump, Orbán, & Putin take down a free press

Trump is right now following a road blazed before him by multiple authoritarians and dictators who took over democracies in recent years…

Published in Commentary, Analysis on Jul 30, 2024

30: Rhetoric versus reality: Addressing common misconceptions about abortion

There’s a great deal of misinformation and myths about abortion. Here, a national reporter deals with eight of these misconceptions.

Published in Analysis on Jul 30, 2024

29: Democrats are the Party of Freedom

It’s time, as Dr. Bitecofer said, for the Democratic Party to reclaim its title as the party of freedom. Here is why.

Published in Commentary, Bruce’s Take on Jul 29, 2024

29: ‘Between rock, hard place:’ Will anyone ever have standing to challenge Kentucky’s abortion ban?

LOUISVILLE — Lisa Sobel thinks any Kentuckian who has a uterus should have standing to challenge the state’s abortion ban.  The Kentucky Supreme Court and, more recently, a judge in Louisville, disagree.  Meanwhile, Sobel, one of three Jewish women challenging the ban on religious grounds, says she’s left in

Published in Analysis on Jul 29, 2024

29: Biden unveils his plan to reform a Supreme Court “mired in a crisis of ethics”

Three proposed changes, all supported by a majority of Americans

Published in News on Jul 29, 2024

29: You should have seen it coming

After all, they’ve been talking about it for years and years.

Published in Commentary on Jul 29, 2024

29: Most Americans are against book banning, but Republican lawmakers are out of step

Even their own voters are opposed to these GOP bills

Published in Commentary on Jul 29, 2024

28: The racism is just starting.

Clardy: “The hoods and white sheets are going to come off.”

Published in Commentary on Jul 28, 2024

28: The coming climate crash

We interview Tom Lewis, author of "Brace for Impact," on why he thinks a climate crash is inevitable, and why he has stopped writing about it.

Published in Media on Jul 28, 2024

28: Beshear in Appalachia

Much about the people of the region, only a little about J.D. Vance

Published in News on Jul 28, 2024

28: A look into the GOP platform: Part One

Chuck Witt begins digging into what the GOP leadership says they want to accomplish

Published in Analysis on Jul 28, 2024

28: Jacqueline Coleman on why she is supporting Kamala Harris

A personal story, shared for the first time, informs her decision

Published in Commentary on Jul 28, 2024

27: Andy Beshear is 'eager' to debate 'phony' JD Vance if he's Kamala Harris' running mate

“Our debate would admittedly be a little bit personal.”

Published in News on Jul 27, 2024

27: Trump says the quiet part out loud

And this time, the mainstream media are actually reporting it

Published in News on Jul 27, 2024

27: With Biden’s exit from re-election, isn’t turn about fair play?

Also: Jamie Comer has gone from “Biden’s a criminal mastermind” to “Biden’s too befuddled to run the country.”

Published in Commentary on Jul 27, 2024

26: JD Vance’s selection as Trump’s running mate marks the end of Republican conservatism

Dwight Eisenhower, Ronald Reagan and other avatars of American conservatism wouldn’t recognize it under Trump.

Published in Analysis on Jul 26, 2024

26: Beshear’s PAC has raised $493,000, but given little so far to help other candidates

PAC’s political strategist says the plan all along has been to spend most of the money in the fall, right before the election.

Published in Analysis on Jul 26, 2024

26: Could it be ‘Andy for America’?

Nema and Aaron dig in on the big news of the day: Kentucky finding itself smack-dab in the biggest political story of the ... decade? Then bring in Kentucky Democratic Party chair, Colmon Elridge, to discuss whether Andy’s being vetted for Veep yet.

Published in Media on Jul 26, 2024

26: Thank you, Al Cross

Kentucky Hall of Fame journalist retires from UK, leaving a legacy of good journalism for rural folks and beyond

Published in News on Jul 26, 2024

26: A political tempest in an open-records teapot

But in the end, it’s abused children that are being harmed

Published in Analysis on Jul 26, 2024

25: Mixed emotions – but ready to go forward with Harris

“One of the most unselfish acts of any American president”

Published in Commentary on Jul 25, 2024

24: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, July 24

Check out the videos in today’s post.

Published in News on Jul 24, 2024

24: This Ain’t a Slam Dunk

I'm excited! Are you excited? Great! But remember this: It ain't a slam dunk.

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Jul 24, 2024

24: The Court v. The Voters

We interview Josh Douglas about his new book, “The Court v. The Voters” – and about voting in Kentucky and what he would change.<style> .c-topper__standfirst { display: none; } </style> <style> .c-feature-image-wrap {display:none} </style>

Published in Media on Jul 24, 2024

24: Project 2025’s plan to gut Medicare and Medicaid

Conservatives are planning to slash the health care plans that millions of low-income and senior Americans rely on.

Published in Analysis on Jul 24, 2024

24: In his tales of Appalachian life, JD Vance ignores people like me

William Turner, author of “Harlan Renaissance,” says JD Vance ignores key players in Appalachian life.

Published in Commentary on Jul 24, 2024

24: Beshear moves up in national governor approval ratings

Most popular Democrat, and #2 overall

Published in News on Jul 24, 2024

24: Earth just sweltered through the hottest day ever recorded

And 2024 is on track to be the hottest year, too.

Published in News on Jul 24, 2024

24: Andy Beshear in the Veepstakes and an interview w/ Taylor Jolly

What’s the chance of Beshear getting the VP slot?

Published in Media on Jul 24, 2024

24: Kentucky elections chief clarifies Biden ballot confusion, line of succession questions

President Joe Biden’s decision to end his reelection campaign may have some asking questions about the ballot and if Kentucky law allows a change in the top of the ticket, and by extension, what would happen if Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear received the nod to be Vice President Harris’

Published in News on Jul 24, 2024

24: Kim Davis’ legal counsel moves to make her appeal a springboard for overturning marriage rights

Wants her case to go to SCOTUS as a test case

Published in News on Jul 24, 2024

24: Beshear sees a path: running through Vance

The governor was ready with a number of attack lines.

Published in Commentary on Jul 24, 2024

23: Beau talks about VP picks

See who he thinks might be the best choice

Published in Media on Jul 23, 2024

23: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, July 23

And, a question for all of you to respond to

Published in News on Jul 23, 2024

23: KREF says county parties can’t campaign about charter school amendment

But numerous county executive committees, both Repub and Dem, have already started

Published in News on Jul 23, 2024

23: GOP attacks against Kamala Harris were already bad – they are about to get worse

But it seems that Harris can give as good as she gets.

Published in Analysis on Jul 23, 2024

23: Federal government asks court to allow enforcement of Title IX rule

Acts in response to ruling in Kentucky court

Published in News on Jul 23, 2024

23: 'Phony and fake': Beshear doubles down on Vance criticisms as VP talk heats up

Vance responds by saying Beshear “inherited the governorship from his father”

Published in News on Jul 23, 2024

23: Democratic delegates swiftly give Harris enough support to clinch presidential nomination

She needs 1,976 votes, and has over 2,600.

Published in News on Jul 23, 2024

23: Mitch, Trump, & their cronies just got taken to school

Just thinking about it makes my day!

Published in Commentary on Jul 23, 2024

22: The Daily Wrap for Monday, July 22

Guess what today’s news is mostly about?

Published in News on Jul 22, 2024

22: Would Beshear have to resign if he’s picked as the VP candidate?

SOS Michael Adams answers the question.

Published in Analysis on Jul 22, 2024

22: VP Harris cites Biden’s ‘legacy of accomplishment’ as endorsements pile up for her bid

Legislative leaders, governors, unions, state parties, advocacy groups – all joining the Harris endorsement flood

Published in News on Jul 22, 2024

22: The ACTUAL America-first politician

Steve Greenberg captures this politician in the act

Published in Cartoon on Jul 22, 2024

22: Beshear and KDP both endorse Harris

They join a growing chorus of endorsements – even as Beshear is rumored to be in the mix for the VP slot.

Published in News on Jul 22, 2024

22: Brian Clardy: ‘This changes the whole trajectory of the race.’

And the professor is very clear on whom he wants Harris to pick for VP.

Published in Feature on Jul 22, 2024

21: J.D. Vance: Play-acting at being pro-union

Donald Trump was a disaster for working people and unions. Having Vance as his VP just expands that anti-union stance.

Published in Commentary on Jul 21, 2024

21: Beshear, other Dems speak out on Biden decision

Praise Biden for a “selfless” decision

Published in News on Jul 21, 2024

21: Joe Biden ends his reelection campaign

Endorses VP Kamala Harris for the top spot

Published in News on Jul 21, 2024

19: Should Joe Biden step aside?

Should Joe Biden step aside in the race for president? After weighing the issue for some time, Bruce shares his thoughts.

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Jul 19, 2024

19: The ‘thin hull’ of our flagship university

The University of Kentucky has an ongoing history of thumbing its nose at the open records laws. But they get snippy when called on it.

Published in Commentary on Jul 19, 2024

19: On Trump building the New York skyline

Uhm ... really?

Published in Commentary, Election 2024 on Jul 19, 2024

18: The Daily Wrap for Thursday, July 18

The news cycle is being inundated with Biden, Trump, and RNC. But, there were a few other things of interest today – and, a really interesting poll.

Published in News on Jul 18, 2024

18: School vouchers were supposed to save taxpayer money. Instead they blew a massive hole in Arizona’s budget.

Arizona, the model for voucher programs across the country, has spent so much money paying private schoolers’ tuition that it’s now facing hundreds of millions in budget cuts to critical state programs and projects.

Published in Analysis on Jul 18, 2024

18: Voting rights at risk after Supreme Court makes it harder to challenge racial gerrymandering

Two recent Supreme Court rulings on congressional redistricting will have starkly different consequences for Black voters in the 2024 election. One ruling boosted Black voting power in Louisiana, while another decision upheld a South Carolina congressional map that the lower court had declared “illegal racial gerrymandering.” Despite these seemingly contradictory

Published in Analysis on Jul 18, 2024

18: Kentucky’s GOP is NOT the party of “fiscal responsibility”

Kimberly and Dr. Clardy share the breaking Kentucky political news of the weak, including a couple of stories that expose the Kentucky GOP as having zero fiscal responsibility, then we have a great interview for you: Molly Gene Crain, the democratic candidate for Kentucky’s 27th Senate District.

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Jul 18, 2024

18: Real hillbillies like me don’t trust JD Vance. You shouldn’t trust him either.

In his bestseller memoir, JD Vance uses a wide brush to paint Appalachians as lazy, ignorant and unwilling to try at life.

Published in Commentary, Election 2024 on Jul 18, 2024

18: Watch Hadley Duvall’s new ad for the Biden campaign

The young woman who made an impactful ad for the Beshear campaign has now done one for Joe Biden.

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Jul 18, 2024

18: The Far Right must think marriage is terrible

Apparently, the only way to “save” marriage is to trap the woman once she’s in it.

Published in Commentary on Jul 18, 2024

18: Project 2025 will affect every part of life. Even weather updates

Didn’t know that predicting the weather was actually a liberal plot, did you?

Published in Analysis on Jul 18, 2024

17: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, July 17

Some interesting pieces in the “everything else” section, so be sure to scan the entire list.

Published in News on Jul 17, 2024

17: Hate speech and kernels of corn

Don’t let the low-tech delivery system fool you – this is dangerous stuff.

Published in Feature on Jul 17, 2024

17: Majority of voters think justices Thomas and Alito should be impeached

The same survey shows support for gift bans and term limits

Published in Analysis, Polls on Jul 17, 2024

17: ‘Laws In Limbo’ & long-form articles to read

This week we talked through more bills the executive branch cannot implement due to a lack of funding and looked at four longer form articles in different outlets which you should read.

Published in Media on Jul 17, 2024

17: University president defends multicultural religious, social, and academic groups on campus

Representative asks how her son could feel welcomed at a college with no ‘activities for whites’

Published in News on Jul 17, 2024

17: Beshear says federal government should reclassify marijuana to recognize its medical uses

Letter to DEA comes as Kentucky begins accepting applications for medical cannabis outlets.

Published in News on Jul 17, 2024

17: Project 2025 is coming for your union

If Trump is elected, Project 2025 will be put into action. And included in that is an all-out attack on unions and the labor movement.

Published in on Jul 17, 2024

17: JCPS task force ignores obvious meaning of open meetings law

The work affects parents in Louisville – but the meetings are in Frankfort.

Published in Commentary on Jul 17, 2024

16: AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler responds to Trump vice president announcement

A statement from the leader of the AFL-CIO

Published in Press Release on Jul 16, 2024

15: The Daily Wrap for Monday, July 15

A number of “Tweets Worth Sharing” along with lots of news and commentary.

Published in News on Jul 15, 2024

15: Kentucky megadonor Christy Brown favors replacing Joe Biden using 'blitz primary'

“The debate brought all of the realities to a fore for me.”

Published in News on Jul 15, 2024

15: Report: Kentucky could lose $1.2 billion yearly by giving tax dollars to private schools

What if GOP legislature adopted Florida’s school voucher program? Educators worry their small districts would lose out.

Published in Analysis on Jul 15, 2024

15: Some new Kentucky laws are in limbo as governor says lawmakers failed to fund them

Beshear says he needs $153 million to do the work the bills call for.

Published in News on Jul 15, 2024

15: ‘States Rights’ means citizen wrongs

If Trump is elected, where you live will suddenly become supremely important – even life-threatening.

Published in Commentary on Jul 15, 2024

15: Cong. Morgan McGarvey’s statement on dismissal of Trump’s classified documents case

“This decision must be appealed.”

Published in Press Release, News on Jul 15, 2024

15: Biden condemns attack, while MAGAs spin up conspiracies and ignore their own calls for violence

Who said “Some people need killing!” Guess what – it wasn’t a Dem.

Published in Commentary on Jul 15, 2024

15: ForwardKY members say Biden should stay in the race

The results were not conclusive, though – just like most opinion out there

Published in Polls on Jul 15, 2024

14: Political leaders react to shooting at Trump rally

Biden: “There’s no place in America for this type of violence. It’s sick. It’s sick.”

Published in News on Jul 14, 2024

14: Watch: Joe Biden speaks about assassination attempt at Trump rally

The president said he would address the nation further on Sunday night.

Published in News on Jul 14, 2024

12: Stanford and Cravens plan joint event in Nicholasville

Are you close to Nicholasville? Then here is something you’ll want to attend.

Published in Event on Jul 12, 2024

12: ‘Unfit to rule a free people’

On July 4, we celebrated a group of everyday citizens calling their leader “unfit to be the ruler of a free people.” It is time for us to say that again about Trump.

Published in Commentary on Jul 12, 2024

11: Governor Andy Beshear endorses Adam Moore for state representative

Another endorsement for Adam Moore, running in House District 45 outside of Lexington.

Published in Press Release on Jul 11, 2024

11: Day of Action scheduled for Friday at plant in Brandenburg

UA local 502 and IBEW local 369 are on strike. This event is to support them in this effort.

Published in Event on Jul 11, 2024

11: Red, White, and Kryptonite part 4: Christian Nationalist threat to library defeated

A group of concerned citizens turned back another attack on libraries, this time in the “home of Superman.”

Published in Feature on Jul 11, 2024

11: Teamsters and Kentucky State AFL-CIO forge historic affiliation

Two of the largest labor orgs in the state create historic partnership.

Published in News on Jul 11, 2024

11: ‘Krishna, Krishna’ at graduation

Christian Nationalists have fought to have prayers at all sorts of school events. Do they have to be Christian prayers?

Published in Commentary on Jul 11, 2024

10: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, July 10

Happy Hump Day! We’ve got some news, some analysis, some commentary, and a couple of media posts to boot. Enjoy!

Published in News on Jul 10, 2024

10: Surprise: American voters actually largely agree on many issues, including topics like abortion, immigration and wealth inequality

Americans are deeply divided on some topics, but on various policy questions, there is actually strong agreement.

Published in Analysis on Jul 10, 2024

10: ‘This is not the time to waver’ – Democrats in Kentucky affirm support for Biden

Dem leaders in both chambers spoke up in support of Biden.

Published in News on Jul 10, 2024

10: Medical cannabis facilities progressing in several Ky. communities

Elizabethtown, Radcliffe, Mayfield, and Ashland are all taking the first steps to medical MJ in their towns.

Published in News on Jul 10, 2024

10: United by their objections to Trump, congressional Dems largely close ranks behind Biden

Multiple meetings on Tuesday of Dems in Congress appeared to lead to consensus: “He’s our guy.”

Published in News on Jul 10, 2024

10: Kate Farrow interview & Andy Beshear’s big week

We talk with Kate Farrow, the Dem candidate for House in District 48, about her district, her campaign, and the issues she hopes to impact in Frankfort. Before that, we talked about Andy Beshear’s big week, which saw him become a major player in the Presidential election this year.

Published in Media on Jul 10, 2024

9: Both candidates are old. Only one has shattered presidential norms.

So many of our historical norms have been shattered by one old white man, and his name is not Biden.

Published in Commentary on Jul 9, 2024

9: No, Repubs aren’t “softening” on repro rights. They’re hiding the ball.

Beau of the Fifth Column lays out what the Republicans are REALLY doing about abortion and other reproductive rights, instead of what the media is SAYING they are doing.

Published in Media, Commentary on Jul 9, 2024

9: Extreme heat waves broiling the planet in 2024 aren’t normal: How climate change is heating up weather around the world

Globally, each of the past 13 months has been the hottest on record for that month.

Published in Analysis on Jul 9, 2024

9: Kentucky auditor, cabinet clash over access to child abuse database as new law takes effect

The Auditor’s office is supposed to monitor child support enforcement, while CHFS is in charge of actually doing the enforcement. Thus, the turf war.

Published in News on Jul 9, 2024

9: Should Biden step aside? Dems in western KY share their thoughts

Just like Dems all over the country, those in the Purchase are torn. Here’s what they said.

Published in Analysis on Jul 9, 2024

8: The Daily Wrap for Monday, 7/8

“All the news that’s fit to print ... today” – plus, two announcements

Published in News on Jul 8, 2024

8: U.S. Supreme Court sets stage for industry lobbyists to write health, safety, and environmental rules

How would you feel about a chemical plant being able to write its own pollution rules? Guess what – SCOTUS just made that possible.

Published in Commentary, Analysis on Jul 8, 2024

8: National abortion ban splits the Trump campaign and Republican activists writing the party platform

Seeing the backlash to the Roe decision, the GOP and Trump are trying to “soften” their stated platform.

Published in News on Jul 8, 2024

8: Biden tells congressional Dems he is staying in the race, urges end to speculation

Kentuckian U.S. Rep. Comer calls for investigation of president’s doctor

Published in News on Jul 8, 2024

8: Clarence Thomas should thank President Joe Biden

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas owes Joe Biden some serious thanks. Here’s why.

Published in Commentary on Jul 8, 2024

8: The looming threat of Christian Nationalism

One facet of this fall’s presidential election is the rise of Christian Nationalism and what that movement wants to achieve. This column is from an organization opposed to those plans.

Published in Commentary on Jul 8, 2024

7: Christian Nationalists accelerate their plan to dismantle public education

State legislatures are passing bills to erode church-state separation in public education programs throughout the US.

Published in Commentary on Jul 7, 2024

6: His old pal Epstein

Trump knew Epstein back in the day. Is there more to know about their time together?

Published in Commentary on Jul 6, 2024

5: The Daily Wrap for Friday, 7/5

Are you ready for the weekend? Yeppers, me too.

Published in News on Jul 5, 2024

5: Louisville Starbucks baristas file for election, as demand for union at coffee giant continues to grow

Holiday Manor workers join growing movement of more than 10,500 Starbucks partners at 460+ stores nationwide calling for voice on job

Published in on Jul 5, 2024

5: Despite Reagan example, if Biden stays in race let’s hope he’s right

Ronald Reagan had a debate performance similar to Biden’s. Yet, he still won re-election. Bill Straub wonders if the Reagan example holds in 2024.

Published in Commentary on Jul 5, 2024

5: The Supreme Court Hall of Shame

Dred Scott. Plessy. And now, “Trump v The United States.” A decision which will go down in infamy.

Published in Commentary on Jul 5, 2024

5: KFTC sues; Adams responds

KFTC says KY law violates voters’ rights. Adams calls KFTC a “fringe left-wing group.”

Published in News on Jul 5, 2024

5: KY Republican HQ building fund tops $3.2 million, most from corporations with lobbying interests

Pfizer, AT&T, Verizon, Boeing – all interested in helping RPK with their building program.

Published in News on Jul 5, 2024

5: Despite what some politicians say, crime rates are decreasing

Kentucky homicides decline for third straight year; robbery, burglary also down

Published in Analysis on Jul 5, 2024

3: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, 7/3

“Bad news on the doorstep ...”

Published in News on Jul 3, 2024

3: President Biden and the post-debate crisis

The “crisis” surrounding the Biden debate performance is NOT the biggest crisis facing our country. Ken Wolf explains.

Published in Commentary on Jul 3, 2024

3: Recovery CEO gives big to support Democrat Beshear and a host of Republicans

More than a half-million dollars in political contributions over the last decade from Tim Robinson, his companies and associates

Published in Analysis on Jul 3, 2024

3: Colleen Davis interview, SB 151 implementation drama, and two lawsuits

This week Colleen Davis joined Robert and Jazmin to discuss her run for House District 31 in Louisville. Before that, Robert discussed the stalled implementation of SB 151, and Jazmin discussed two lawsuits: Jewish women suing over Kentucky's abortion laws, and KFTC suing about the voter rolls.

Published in Media on Jul 3, 2024

3: Beshear to attend Democratic governors meeting at White House in person

As discussion continues about the possibility of Biden dropping out, Beshear will meet with the president tonight.

Published in News on Jul 3, 2024

3: Biden debacle brings Beshear forward

It seemed obvious that Andy Beshear was making plans for 2028. Has that timeline moved up?

Published in Commentary on Jul 3, 2024

3: License to kill

The phrase takes on new meaning now.

Published in Cartoon on Jul 3, 2024

2: Despite ‘rough’ debate, Beshear still backs Biden in presidential election

Kentucky governor says he will support the president ‘as long as he continues to be in the race’

Published in News on Jul 2, 2024

2: Judge dismisses challenge to Kentucky’s abortion ban

The judge said the plaintiffs lacked standing to bring the lawsuit.

Published in News on Jul 2, 2024

2: Kentucky’s process for purging voter rolls challenged in federal court

Secretary of State Adams says changing it now would ‘sow chaos’ in a presidential election year

Published in News on Jul 2, 2024

2: A dark, dark day for American democracy

Today the United States Supreme Court overthrew the central premise of American democracy: that no one is above the law.

Published in Commentary on Jul 2, 2024

1: A saying, SCOTUS, and the homeless

The Supreme Court says it’s okay to put people in jail for being homeless. Beau points out a different take on that issue.

Published in Commentary, Media on Jul 1, 2024

1: The Supreme Court’s imperial presidency is now here – not just rhetorically, but in fact

Six Republicans on the Supreme Court just gave Trump - should he become president again - Putin-like powers.

Published in Commentary on Jul 1, 2024

1: Epidemiologist: Gun violence is a public-health issue

Gun violence is now the #1 cause of death of children. If a disease was causing this many deaths, wouldn’t we call it a public health crisis?

Published in Analysis on Jul 1, 2024

1: McGarvey statement on SCOTUS presidential immunity ruling

Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s Trump v. United States ruling, deciding that former presidents have immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts.

Published in Press Release on Jul 1, 2024

1: Hit ‘Em Where It Hurts – an interview w/ Rachel Bitecofer

What do Dems need to do to win this fall? We talk with Dr. Rachel Bitecofer, author and strategist, on why Dems have to change their strategy in order to save democracy.

Published in Media on Jul 1, 2024

1: Elite cities have solid public transportation. Apparently, Louisville isn’t one.

It’s time for The Ville to face facts: our public transit system is bad, and getting worse.

Published in Commentary on Jul 1, 2024

1: Kentucky’s incarceration rate among highest in the world

Kentucky puts six times as many people behind bars as the UK, and nine times as many as Italy.

Published in Analysis on Jul 1, 2024

1: Modern-day ‘Comstocks’ look to police travel, information as another strategy to end abortion

Activists’ latest move is to use the dormant 1873 anti-obscenity law to challenge state abortion-rights ballot initiatives ahead of November

Published in Investigation on Jul 1, 2024

29: My take on the debate

Did you watch the debate? Berry Craig did, and he has some thoughts to share.

Published in Commentary on Jun 29, 2024

27: Is Andy Beshear musing about possibilities ahead? The White House?

Our re-elected governor is making some moves that hint of higher office. Bill Straub examines the moves, and his chances.

Published in Commentary on Jun 27, 2024

27: Why Trump cannot win: Part Four – the great poll faults

The final installment of a four-part series by Tom Lewis, journalist, editor, and author of multiple books. In this article, he looks at the polls, and why they are not capturing the reality of this race.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Jun 27, 2024

26: British LGBTQ+ ‘Unity’ train is union built and union crewed

A Pride Unity train in the UK? Berry Craig captured it in his trusty Nikon, then got the story to go with it.

Published in Feature on Jun 26, 2024

26: Feeling stuffy in that echo chamber?

Getting out is good for you, good for Kentucky, and free of charge

Published in Commentary on Jun 26, 2024

26: Why Trump cannot win: Part Three – the Third Decision

The third of a four-part series by Tom Lewis, journalist, editor, and author of multiple books. In this article, he looks at the third decision voters must make, and why Trump is forcing them to choose someone else.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Jun 26, 2024

25: The Ten Commandments v. Trump

Looking for a good response to the theocrats putting the Ten Commandments in the classroom? Ivonne Rovira has you covered.

Published in Commentary on Jun 25, 2024

25: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, 6/25

LOTS of good tweets in today’s Wrap!

Published in News on Jun 25, 2024

25: Kentucky abortion rights advocate speaks on national television with Vice President Harris

Hadley Duvall appeared with Harris on the “Morning Joe” show on MSNBC.

Published in News on Jun 25, 2024

25: Beshear endorses Kate Farrow for House 48

Kate Farrow, running against Ken Fleming for House district 48, gets the endorsement from the governor.

Published in Press Release, Election 2024 on Jun 25, 2024

25: Why Trump cannot win: Part Two, the rules of the game

The second of a four-part series by Tom Lewis, journalist, editor, and author of multiple books. In this article, he looks at what it takes to win, and how Trump is doing none of those things.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Jun 25, 2024

24: The Daily Wrap for Monday, 6/24

Better late than never, amirite?

Published in News on Jun 24, 2024

24: Democrats test whether Andy Beshear’s appeal is transferable — in Kentucky and beyond

Beshear is getting attention from those who think he could be a candidate for national office. Next month he will give the keynote address for an Iowa Democratic Party dinner.

Published in News, Analysis, Election 2024 on Jun 24, 2024

24: Exclusive: DNC moves ahead on all-virtual roll call for Biden presidential nomination

Not only is the roll-call being done virtually, the DNC is also creating an online portal for feedback on the campaign platform.

Published in News on Jun 24, 2024

24: Reproductive rights rallies held across the state

On the two-year anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade, advocates for reproductive rights met in rallies across the state

Published in News on Jun 24, 2024

24: SCOTUS agrees to hear case challenging laws that ban gender-affirming health care for minors

Kentucky’s law banning such care, and others like it, could be overturned, depending on what the court decides.

Published in News on Jun 24, 2024

24: New group working to make Boyle County more resilient

A group has formed in Danville with the specific goal of making their county more resilient in the face of the climate crisis and all the changes it will bring. We speak with Kathy Miles and Dan Nolet about the impressive start this group has made.

Published in Media on Jun 24, 2024

24: Why Trump cannot win: Part One, the playing field

The first of a four-part series by Tom Lewis, journalist, editor, and author of multiple books. In this opening article, he examines the current playing field for the election.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Jun 24, 2024

24: The upcoming debate debacle

Read the rules for the debate ... then stop and think about Trump. Think the word “debacle” applies?

Published in Commentary on Jun 24, 2024

22: Evangelicals, negative partisanship, and Trump

Why do evangelicals, who supposedly are concerned about morals, continue to support Trump in overwhelming numbers?

Published in Commentary on Jun 22, 2024

22: Groomers

Where are the real groomers?

Published in Cartoon on Jun 22, 2024

22: Think our unemployment benefits are too high? Think again.

Repubs are constantly going on about how much we “waste” on unemployment benefits. Perhaps they should see this graph.

Published in Analysis on Jun 22, 2024

20: Kentucky election officials say noncitizens aren’t voting in the state

This fall, we’re voting on a constitutional amendment to say that non-citizens cannot vote. Apparently, they already aren’t.

Published in News on Jun 20, 2024

20: Heather Crabbe interview, LMPD chief suspended, & more

This week Jazmin and Robert spoke to Heather Crabbe, the Dem candidate in House District 64. She's a former public defender, law school administrator, and is running hard for this seat. Also, two really bad stories about sexual harassment, abuse, and assault within LMPD.

Published in Media on Jun 20, 2024

20: We're saying goodbye to the wrong old guy

Aaron, Kimberly & Doug discuss the breaking political news of the weak, including a sad milestone for Progress Kentucky. Then, we’ve got an exciting interview with Ira Shapiro, the author of “The Betrayal: How Mitch McConnell and the Senate Republicans Abandoned America.”

Published in Media on Jun 20, 2024

20: Repubs, power, and a really bad bill

If expert after expert told you that a proposed bill was a bad idea, why would you vote for it anyway? That’s what KY Repubs did this year. Let’s learn why.

Published in Commentary, Bruce’s Take on Jun 20, 2024

20: Summary of changes to election finance laws

If you are a candidate or a treasurer for a campaign or committee, you need to keep up with changes to the laws. Here’s a list of recent changes prepared by KREF.

Published in Explainer on Jun 20, 2024

19: A Democratic Socialist wins in Kentucky (!)

A card-carrying member of Democratic Socialists of America won a seat on Louisville's Metro Council. How did he do it, and what was his message that propelled him to a decisive victory?

Published in Media on Jun 19, 2024

18: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, 6/18

A bunch of news and other stories – plus two I especially want you to share.

Published in News on Jun 18, 2024

18: Today is #ShowYourStripes Day – and these stripes bring bad news

Know anyone who has trouble accepting the reality of the climate crisis? Perhaps these graphs can help them “get it.”

Published in Analysis on Jun 18, 2024

18: Kentucky attorney general opposes syringe exchanges despite evidence of their efficacy

The grant for the exchange was approved without the approval of the AG’s representative.

Published in News on Jun 18, 2024

18: Judge blocks Biden Title IX rule in 6 states, including Kentucky

A federal judge in Kentucky blocked a new Title IX rule that would have shielded LGBTQ+ students from discrimination.

Published in News on Jun 18, 2024

18: McConnell’s finagling with courts has fueled real concerns about legitimacy of judiciary

“McConnell is the person who singlehandedly did more to destroy Senate norms of comity and respect, to help Donald Trump evade accountability, and to steal and pack the Supreme Court with people who should not be sitting on the court.”

Published in Commentary on Jun 18, 2024

18: Three headlines show spin of some news sites

Do you know if your news and information sources are objective? Or, do they lean left or right?

Published in Explainer on Jun 18, 2024

18: Judicial watchdog criticizes Beshear’s involvement in Kentucky Supreme Court election

The committee warned in a letter that the governor’s endorsement blurs judicial and partisan lines in nonpartisan race.

Published in News on Jun 18, 2024

18: HB5 is ‘emotion-based legislation’

Overcrowded jails and prisons will become even more crowded. Costs will soar. And crime won’t go down. These are the results of the GOP’s “tough on crime” debacle.

Published in Commentary on Jun 18, 2024

18: Kentucky suddenly halts plan to send millions of gallons of industrial wastewater to river

Kentucky’s Division of Water gives out “off-permit authorizations” for one-time discharges into the state’s rivers. This one got pulled after a lawsuit was threatened.

Published in News on Jun 18, 2024

17: KY Dems celebrate CCBB&J at fund-raising dinner

And a good time was had by all!

Published in News on Jun 17, 2024

17: Bad news, good news for KY Dems

As the KY Democratic Party was about to hold its big fundraising dinner, Bruce shared some thoughts about the bad and good news for the party.

Published in Media, Bruce’s Take on Jun 17, 2024

17: How Donald Trump worked to destroy America’s labor unions

Trump says he is a “friend of the working class” – but he’s anything but. Read on to learn why.

Published in Commentary on Jun 17, 2024

17: UK continues its anti-transparency tradition

The university’s motto: “That’s for us to know, and you to never find out.”

Published in Commentary on Jun 17, 2024

15: Lynn Conway has passed.

You have probably never heard of Lynn Conway. But she was important for a number of accomplishments, and her story is important to share.

Published in Feature on Jun 15, 2024

14: The GOP’s unrelenting attacks on women’s rights: This is just the beginning

There’s way too much celebrating around the unanimous SCOTUS decision yesterday which The NYT characterized with the headline, “Supreme Court Maintains Broad Access to Abortion pill.” It didn’t…

Published in Commentary on Jun 14, 2024

13: PSA – Pay attention to heat index this weekend to save your life and the lives of others

Don’t understand the heat index and why it’s important? Read on – your life could depend on it.

Published in Explainer on Jun 13, 2024

13: U.S. Supreme Court rejects attempt to limit access to abortion pill

The court did not make a final ruling, though; they remanded the case because the plaintiffs did not have standing.

Published in News on Jun 13, 2024

13: How’s Democracy doing in Kentucky?

Kimberly, Doug and Martina cover the breaking political news from Kentucky, and then interview Hadley Duvall, the heroic sexual abuse survivor who reclaimed her story and helped swing last year’s elections. Finally, we close out with a critical call to action to protect public education.

Published in Media on Jun 13, 2024

13: Thoughts on Sam Alito’s DGAF Justicehood

An excellent column by Josh Marshall on the absolute necessity for resilience in these times.

Published in Commentary on Jun 13, 2024

13: An FAQ about Trump’s felony convictions

If you’ve got questions about Trump’s latest trial and his 34 felony convictions, we’ve got answers! All courtesy of Indivisible San Francisco and their excellent Explainer.

Published in Explainer on Jun 13, 2024

12: Let’s talk about those Southern Baptists

This week is the annual SBC conference. Let’s talk about what happened there.

Published in Media, Bruce’s Take on Jun 12, 2024

12: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, 6/12

The news summary for paying members of Forward Kentucky, plus other stuph.

Published in News on Jun 12, 2024

12: Louisville mayor places LMPD chief on administrative leave for her handling of sexual harassment allegation

Some are saying that another TV station had a story ready for 6 PM news with more allegations.

Published in News on Jun 12, 2024

12: Countdown to General Election ’24: Key updates from Campbell and Boone counties

Here’s a breakdown of the latest election news from these two counties.

Published in News, Election 2024 on Jun 12, 2024

12: Kiana Fields and Aaron Currin interviews

This week Jazmin and Robert interviewed two candidates: Kiana Fields, who is running in Senate District 17, and Aaron Currin, who is running in House District 65.

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Jun 12, 2024

12: A bizarre KREF report

Campaign finance reporting is a pain. We know it’s necessary, but it’s still a pain in the middle of a busy campaign. But doing it poorly – or REALLY poorly – can wind up being much more of a pain.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Jun 12, 2024

12: I got help. Now I give back. That’s how a healthy society should work.

If lawmakers slash the social safety net any further, millions of stories like mine won't be possible.

Published in Commentary on Jun 12, 2024

12: Are you watching a right-wing TV station?

Check our list to find out.

Published in Analysis on Jun 12, 2024

11: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, 6/11

Lots of snippets, plus a statement from President Biden.

Published in News on Jun 11, 2024

11: Just had to share this statement from President Biden

Issued after Hunter Biden convicted of three felonies related to purchase of a gun.

Published in Feature on Jun 11, 2024

11: House Democrats step up to try to stop Project 2025 plans for a Trump White House

The more people learn about Project 2025, the more determined they are to stop it.

Published in News on Jun 11, 2024

11: Grayson County teachers rally for wages in protest for higher pay

Other counties approved much bigger raises for their teachers.

Published in News on Jun 11, 2024

11: Federal judge hears arguments in Title IX lawsuit in Lexington

Kentucky and other states are fighting the rule, since it protects trans students.

Published in News on Jun 11, 2024

11: Kentucky congressmen react to Hunter Biden conviction

Comer, Massie, and Barr all weighed in.

Published in News on Jun 11, 2024

11: KY to use $12M to boost internet access in underserved communities

The Beshear administration put together a “digital equity plan” that was approved by the federal government.

Published in News on Jun 11, 2024

10: The Daily Wrap for Monday, 6/10

Some news, some tweets, some commentary – and a different Bruce’s Take video.

Published in News on Jun 10, 2024

10: The Inexorable Crisis

There is a crisis coming to Kentucky. It is inexorable, and certain. You can ignore it, you can pretend it doesn't exist – or you can demand that our elected officials pay attention and prepare.

Published in Media, Bruce’s Take on Jun 10, 2024

10: The Republican hubris in courting Black voters

After decades of doing all they can to suppress the Black vote, Repubs now claim Blacks should vote for them.

Published in Commentary on Jun 10, 2024

10: Swim coach scandal reveals value of open records

UK wasn’t forthcoming about their swim coach and the allegations against him – so John Cheves of the Herald-Leader used our open records laws to get at the truth. Without those laws, it would all still be a secret.

Published in Commentary on Jun 10, 2024

10: Heat waves are making restaurant kitchens unsafe. Workers are fighting back.

The combination of hot kitchens and heat outdoors are making it dangerous to work in a restaurant kitchen.

Published in Analysis on Jun 10, 2024

10: Election workers worry that ‘threats’ task force isn’t enough to keep them safe

The task force has been in place since 2021, but some election workers and supervisors say it’s not doing enough.

Published in News, Election 2024 on Jun 10, 2024

10: Supreme Court ruling may override part of Safer Kentucky Act

Laws to fine or jail the homeless may become moot, depending SCOTUS ruling.

Published in News on Jun 10, 2024

10: Newest Biden campaign ad

Apparently, it really upset Donald Trump. Good.

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Jun 10, 2024

8: January 6 and February 6

So here’s Yale historian Timothy Snyder’s warning to the Trump true believers: “You think this is going to be your strongman. But he’s not going to be your strongman. He’s going to be his own strongman.”

Published in Commentary on Jun 8, 2024

7: The Daily Wrap for Friday, 6/7

TGIF! But even on a Friday, the news keeps coming.

Published in News on Jun 7, 2024

7: Report exposes Christian Nationalist threats to democracy in the U.S.

Per the report, 2023 saw the “highest number of active anti-LGBTQ+ and white nationalist groups” ever recorded.

Published in Analysis on Jun 7, 2024

7: Doing the right thing isn’t on Barr’s agenda – but he’s not alone

Andy Barr is saying and doing all he can to win Trump’s approval and possible endorsement. (And a VP slot?) And, he’s not alone.

Published in Commentary on Jun 7, 2024

7: SCOKY: Kulkarni disqualified

Attorneys disagree on what’s next for the race for the seat.

Published in News on Jun 7, 2024

7: Kentucky Republicans help Trump tear down the system

Trump has long been running on lies, and now Kentucky Republicans are facilitating those lies.

Published in Commentary on Jun 7, 2024

7: Ohio gives $2 billion away to private schools. Do we want that for Kentucky?

That giant sucking sound you hear? That is charter schools and voucher programs across the country, draining money from your public schools.

Published in Commentary on Jun 7, 2024

6: In honor of my father on this day

A remembrance of a 20-year-old on D-Day

Published in Feature on Jun 6, 2024

6: The Two-Daily Wrap for Thursday, 6/6

Eighty years ago ...

Published in News on Jun 6, 2024

6: New Federal rule tightens black lung regs, but KY laws make diagnosis harder

Kentucky’s rules limiting number of healthcare professionals able to diagnose black lung makes applying for compensation by miners increasingly difficult. Currently, the entire state has one pulmonologist legally qualified to assess for the disease.

Published in News on Jun 6, 2024

6: U.S. Senate GOP prevents contraception access bill from moving ahead

Democrats in D.C. try to pass bill to protect access to birth control, but Repubs vote against it.

Published in News on Jun 6, 2024

6: NKY governments wrestle with allowing medical MJ in their cities

With medical cannabis coming soon, cities have to decide how to deal with zoning and licensing issues. Here are four NKY cities that are doing just that.

Published in News on Jun 6, 2024

6: Brandon Long interview, Scottie Scheffler’s case dismissed, and KY Repubs react to Trump

This week, Kentucky House candidate Brandon Long talked to us about his candidacy in Northern Kentucky, then Robert and Jazmin discuss Scottie Scheffler's case and talk about Kentucky Republicans' reaction to Donald Trump's conviction.

Published in Media on Jun 6, 2024

6: 3rd District constituents to deliver open letter to McGarvey

Letter urges immediate restoration of funding for UNRWA and to stop aid to Israel until it opens the Gaza borders to humanitarian aid.

Published in Press Release, Event on Jun 6, 2024

6: What does KY’s GOP think about their CONVICTED FELON?

Aaron, Kimberly and Dr. Clardy review the Kentucky political establishment's responses to the historic jury decision last week, then talk with Blair Haydon, the executive director of Emerge Kentucky, an important group changing the electoral landscape of our commonwealth.⁠

Published in Media on Jun 6, 2024

5: My old Sunday School teacher, and 80 years ago

Eighty years ago, thousands of young soldiers stepped onto the beaches of France. Berry Craig remembers one of them.

Published in Feature on Jun 5, 2024

5: The whiny 77-year-old toddler

All his life, Trump has claimed that anything not going his way was “rigged.” Remind you of anything?

Published in Commentary on Jun 5, 2024

5: Emerge Kentucky announces graduates of the class of 2024

Twenty-four graduates in 2024!

Published in Press Release, News on Jun 5, 2024

5: Are you mad at Biden?

Here’s a memo to progressives who still say they won’t vote for the guy they slam as “Genocide Joe.”

Published in Commentary on Jun 5, 2024

5: Same basic crime. Why such different reactions?

Well-known Dem Jerry Lundergan was found guilty of basically the same campaign finance crime as Donald Trump. So why is the reaction of the two parties so different?

Published in Commentary on Jun 5, 2024

4: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, 6/4

Reactions to Trump’s verdict, and to the responses by Repubs. Plus, a new Bruce’s Take.

Published in News on Jun 4, 2024

4: Majority of voters approve of Trump’s guilty verdict

Contrary to what some pundits are saying, the majority of voters say the trial was fair and the verdict was deserved.

Published in Analysis on Jun 4, 2024

4: Don’t panic!

Worried about the fall election? Ivonne Rovira says not to panic. Remember – Felonius Trump is in charge of his campaign. What couldn’t go wrong?

Published in Commentary on Jun 4, 2024

4: Kentucky Republican officials denounce Trump conviction, with one big exception

Outgoing state Sen. Whitney Westerfield was one of the only GOP officials in Kentucky to not denounce Trump’s conviction, and instead criticize his colleagues for undermining faith in the justice system.

Published in News on Jun 4, 2024

3: Swingers, loyalists, cowards, and cultists

Let’s talk about swingers, and loyalists, and cowards, and cultists, and what they’re all going to do this fall.

Published in Media, Bruce’s Take on Jun 3, 2024

3: The Daily Wrap for Monday, 6/3

Pretty slow news day for Kentucky politics – so there’s time to read some good analysis work.

Published in News on Jun 3, 2024

3: Multiplying trauma: Kentucky set to add more kids to its troubled juvenile jails

Against the advice of experts, Republicans increased penalties for juveniles. Sarah Ladd looks at the trauma that awaits our children in our troubled juvenile justice system.

Published in Analysis on Jun 3, 2024

3: Multiple Trump witnesses have received significant financial benefits from his businesses and campaign

Witnesses in the various criminal cases against the former president have gotten pay raises, new jobs and more. If any benefits were intended to influence testimony, that could be a crime.

Published in Investigation on Jun 3, 2024

2: Project 2025: Creating an American Dictatorship

Think “it can’t happen here”? Guess what – it’s already being planned.

Published in Commentary on Jun 2, 2024

1: Guilty: Is Trumpism a movement or a cult?

It’s an important distinction, because you confront each differently.

Published in Commentary, Analysis on Jun 1, 2024

1: No vaccinations? When vaccines annually prevent six million deaths?

So why is Typhoid Thomas Massie so opposed to them?

Published in Commentary, Analysis on Jun 1, 2024

31: The Daily Wrap for Friday, 5/31

Lots of reaction to Trump’s 34 guilty verdicts – plus a few other topics of interest.

Published in News on May 31, 2024

31: Republican insurgents gain (a little) traction

Al Cross takes a look at the gains by the “Liberty” candidates, and what those could mean for both the GOP and KY Dems.

Published in Analysis on May 31, 2024

31: Guilty! The 34-count conviction

A summary of the verdict and the responses from both Trump and President Biden.

Published in News, Analysis on May 31, 2024

31: Views on Trump’s verdict, from across the pond and at home

Two different locations, two different opinions.

Published in Commentary on May 31, 2024

31: Pledging allegiance to their corrupt commander, KY Republicans quickly kneel to convicted felon

The Kentucky GOP falls in line, genuflecting as they go.

Published in Commentary on May 31, 2024

31: A new name for Trump

A very shareable image from Nick Anderson

Published in Cartoon on May 31, 2024

30: The Daily Wrap for Thursday, 5/30

Lots of news stories, analysis, commentary, and pod/video-casts today. Plus, a dead-on cartoon about the Supreme Court.

Published in News on May 30, 2024

30: Kentucky joins Biden push to modernize electric grid

As part of the program, Kentucky will get technical and financial assistance to modernize its power grid.

Published in News on May 30, 2024

30: Andy acts solo on racially-charged issues

Plus, an interview with Lexington’s own, Rep. Chad Aull.

Published in Media on May 30, 2024

30: With recanvasses behind them, two primary winners look to November

Aaron Reed won Senate 7, and William Zorn won House 36. No changes were found in either election

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 30, 2024

30: The Extreme Court

Steve Greenberg nails it ...

Published in Cartoon on May 30, 2024

30: Sour on spoilers

There are currently three third-party candidates for president: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Jill Stein, and Cornell West. All three candidates claim they are running to give voters a choice and a chance to voice their views. All three insist they are not “spoilers.” Let’s examine this.

Published in Commentary on May 30, 2024

30: KDP chair blasts Repubs’ ‘appreciation’ of teachers

Republican ‘appreciation’ of Kentucky teachers is hollow praise

Published in Commentary on May 30, 2024

30: “Roevember” Is Coming

Roe Rage slow-burns inside each of us. It’s a torch of anger that can only be snuffed by kicking abortion-banning Republicans out of office and replacing them with Democrats who believe American women have more to offer society than serving as baby incubators.

Published in Commentary on May 30, 2024

29: Marshall receives two endorsements

Erin Marshall, running against Jamie Comer, has received two new endorsements.

Published in Press Release, News on May 29, 2024

29: Who REALLY has power in Frankfort?

It's time to tell the truth about who REALLY has power in Frankfort -- and the three ways YOU can make a difference there.

Published in Media, Bruce’s Take on May 29, 2024

29: Attorney general sides with GOP lawmakers on voiding some of Beshear’s line-item vetoes

AG’s office said bill wasn’t an appropriation bill, so line-item vetoes don’t apply – even though the bill title said “an appropriation therefor.”

Published in News on May 29, 2024

29: Lexington candidate makes history with primary election result

Emma Curtis could be a history-maker in the fall, as well.

Published in News on May 29, 2024

29: Across the US, Republicans and Democrats clash over right to contraception

Access to contraception is broadly popular, but Donald Trump and the GOP are fighting attempts to protect it.

Published in Analysis on May 29, 2024

29: LMPD arrests Scottie Scheffler, Nima Kulkarni's ballot access saga, and more

This week Robert and Jazmin catch everybody up on a few news stories from the past two weeks, including LMPD arresting the #1 golfer in the world and the court case about Nima Kulkarni's ballot access.

Published in Media on May 29, 2024

29: What’s next for Kentucky’s Liberty Republicans after strong showing in last week’s primary election?

Movement leaders want to grow support across the state

Published in Analysis on May 29, 2024

28: Hiding the public’s business isn’t just a Kentucky problem

Apparently, officials at all levels try to keep what they are doing a secret.

Published in Commentary on May 28, 2024

26: May 26, 2024 – Letters from an American

Heather Cox Richardson on remembering one certain man on Memorial Day.

Published in Commentary on May 26, 2024

24: The Daily Wrap for Friday, 5/24

Lots of news today – and no Wrap on Monday as we reflect on Memorial Day.

Published in News on May 24, 2024

24: On the mayor and LMPD losing their most valuable asset

It's time to talk about Mayor Greenberg, the Louisville police department, and the loss of their most valuable asset.

Published in Media, Bruce’s Take on May 24, 2024

24: Colorado takes a new – and likely more effective – approach to the housing crisis

The housing crisis is real, everywhere in the country. One state has passed legislation to address it. Can Kentucky follow suit?

Published in Policy on May 24, 2024

24: Plans advance for corporate-funded expansion of Kentucky Republican Party headquarters

Pfizer biggest donor to project that will more than double size of Mitch McConnell Building

Published in News on May 24, 2024

24: Kentucky Secretary of State says primary turnout bolstered by early voting, despite calls by some for repeal

The number of early voters has increased every year since being introduced in 2020.

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 24, 2024

24: Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear declares Juneteenth a state holiday

Kentucky has joined more than half the country in declaring June 19 as Juneteenth National Freedom Day.

Published in News on May 24, 2024

24: Endorsements show Trump influence continues to push Kentucky over the edge

As the Trump Party replaces the Republican Party, our state moves further and further to the right – and right over the edge. As noted in the article, Rosalyn Carter’s quote seems to apply more and more.

Published in Commentary on May 24, 2024

24: New non-profit launches campaign against the ‘voucher amendment’

Multiple organizations are banding together to stop Amendment 2.

Published in News on May 24, 2024

23: The Daily Wrap for Thursday, 5/23

Still some wrap-up from Tuesday’s primary, including late calls of winners and possible recounts. Plus, some breaking news in the tweets below, and a cool story about a possible billboard (or billboards!) in west Kentucky.

Published in News on May 23, 2024

23: How a bill becomes law (the real story)

This is how it works, folks. If our system, such as it is, sounds absurd, it is because it is.

Published in Commentary, KYGA 2024 on May 23, 2024

23: 'Overly petty': Voters indifferent to Nima Kulkarni candidacy lawsuit

Kulkarni won her primary race easily. It remains to be seen what SCOKY rules in June.

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 23, 2024

23: Trump signals he’s open to state limits on contraceptive access, then insists he’s not

“Things really do have a lot to do with the states. And some states are going to have different policies than others.”

Published in News on May 23, 2024

23: Moser victory in House District 64 race not close enough to trigger a recount

Moser won by 2%. An automatic recount isn’t triggered until the margin is less than half a percent.

Published in News on May 23, 2024

23: Primary election reactions & Matt Lehman interview

The primary election was Tuesday and Robert and Jazmin have all the takes you can handle. Plus, an interview with Democratic candidate for State House in Northern Kentucky, Matt Lehman.

Published in Media on May 23, 2024

23: Unions busting out all over w/Dustin Reinstedler, KY AFL-CIO

This week’s episode brings you a breakdown of the just-wrapped primary. From Thomas Jefferson to Randy Cravens, we’ll let you know the big winners and the big losers. Then we get a labor update from new Kentucky AFL-CIO president, Dustin Reinstedler.

Published in Media on May 23, 2024

23: Is Metro Govt hiding something?

Why is Louisville Metro government withholding some videos, and refusing to answer questions?

Published in Commentary on May 23, 2024

23: The Mercedes-Benz UAW vote: ‘A slip and not a fall’

Even though the vote failed, union folks are not discouraged.

Published in Analysis on May 23, 2024

23: Louisiana lawmakers vote to make abortion pills controlled substances

The legislation would make possession of the drugs without a prescription a crime in Louisiana, punishable with jail time.

Published in News on May 23, 2024

23: Four Rivers Indivisible endorses Marshall – AND plans a billboard for her

Want to see Erin Marshall defeat Jamie Comer? Jump to the bottom of the story and hit the Donate button!

Published in Action, Election 2024 on May 23, 2024

23: Fayette Alliance asks to be full intervenor in EKPC solar project

The request was filed due to concerns Fayette Alliance has with the project.

Published in Press Release on May 23, 2024

22: Stories and notes from Tuesday’s primary

Less than 12 hours after the polls closed, here are some notable results and some first impressions.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on May 22, 2024

22: All results from Tuesday’s primary

Here’s a list of all the results from Kentucky’s 2024 primary election that were reported on the Board of Elections site. These include federal, state legislative, and some judges and county attorneys.

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 22, 2024

21: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, 5/21 (Election Day!)

It’s the calm before the storm.

Published in News on May 21, 2024

21: Power plant debate helps push lobby spending to new high for Kentucky legislature

Over $12 million was spent lobbying our legislators in the four months of the session.

Published in Analysis, KYGA 2024 on May 21, 2024

21: Hotline logs one report of Election Day vote buying or selling.

And, more Kentuckians voted early.

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 21, 2024

21: Massie introduces bill to abolish the Federal Reserve

A bill first introduced in 1999 is resurfacing in 2024.

Published in News on May 21, 2024

21: Your Primary Scorecard for tonight!

“Can’t tell the players without a scorecard” was the line at the ballparks. As we come down to the final inning of this year’s primaries, Forward Kentucky is here with our own Primary Scorecard!

Published in Feature, Election 2024 on May 21, 2024

20: The Daily Wrap for Monday, 5/20

A very light news day, with most of the focus on the arrest of the golfer at the PGA last week. Of note, though, is Heather Cox Richardson’s summary of President Biden’s commencement speech at Morehouse.

Published in News on May 20, 2024

20: Crossing your Ts when running for office

A note to candidates: Running for office requires a detailed, professional approach. Be sure you're ready to do it that way.

Published in Media on May 20, 2024

20: Voting basics for tomorrow’s primary election

Here’s the basics for tomorrow. Exercise your right to vote!l

Published in Feature, Election 2024 on May 20, 2024

20: Transparency should be the rule in Kentucky pensioners’ long-running challenge to hedge funds

Davids v. Goliath in Franklin Circuit Court

Published in on May 20, 2024

20: What has Kentucky done to deserve Thomas Massie?

Thomas Massie has long been seen as his “own man.” But now he seems to be paired up with the MAGA group, especially MTG. Why? And what have we done to deserve this?

Published in Commentary on May 20, 2024

20: Union-busting, ‘Bama Benz-style

The UAW lost the organizing vote at the Mercedes plant in Alabama. Berry Craig digs into the union-busting by Mercedes management, and what’s next.

Published in Commentary on May 20, 2024

20: President Biden’s commencement speech – to the graduates and to us

Excerpts from President Joe Biden’s commencement address at Morehouse College, where he addressed both the graduates and the nation.

Published in News on May 20, 2024

20: Kulkarni eligible to receive votes – but challenge still to be heard

Louisville Dem Nima Kulkarni will continue to be on the ballot and can receive votes – but the challenge to her candidacy is not over.

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 20, 2024

18: From our AG: It was the best of rulings, it was the worst of rulings

Attorney General Russell Coleman and his office made one ruling that was right down the fairway – and another that was a shank into the rough.

Published in Commentary on May 18, 2024

17: The Daily Wrap for Friday, 5/17

Last Wrap for the week!

Published in News on May 17, 2024

17: On political parties putting their thumbs on the scales

Should voters choose the person they want to represent their party in the general election? Or should the party?

Published in Media, Bruce’s Take on May 17, 2024

17: Abortion ballot measures could lift Dems in U.S. House races, campaign chief says

Reproductive rights is definitely going to be an important issue in the fall.

Published in Analysis on May 17, 2024

17: Even though disqualified, Kulkarni remains on ballot during appeal

The incumbent’s name will be on ballots in her district while her disqualification is being appealed.

Published in News on May 17, 2024

17: Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones and former Governor Steve Beshear to address ‘Forward Together’ dinner as keynote speakers

KDP has announced the keynotes for their “Forward Together” statewide dinner on June 14.

Published in News, Press Release on May 17, 2024

17: KY Youth Advocates weighs in on investigation of Dept of Juvenile Justice

“Kentucky’s juvenile justice system is failing kids and community safety every day.”

Published in Press Release on May 17, 2024

17: Comer, losing his ‘impeach Biden’ spotlight, weighs in on Trump trial — really?

Our own Jamie Comer is weighing in on the Trump trial, in hopes of grabbing some of Trump’s media attention.

Published in Commentary on May 17, 2024

17: How Republicans and Democrats see various government agencies

One party believes government can actually work; the other doesn’t. That belief shows up in these numbers.

Published in Analysis on May 17, 2024

17: The last time oligarchs tried to take over America it led to civil war

Is America in the final stage of the 40-year transition from a forward-looking & still-evolving democratic republic into a white supremacist ethnostate ruled by a small group of fascist oligarchs?

Published in Commentary on May 17, 2024

17: Anti-Trump vote in Kentucky primary could be an indicator of his re-election chances

Next Tuesday’s Republican primary in Kentucky could be a harbinger of November, for Trump and for the country. Al Cross explains.

Published in Commentary, Analysis on May 17, 2024

16: The Daily Wrap for Thursday, 5/16

“Get your scorecard! Get your scorecard richere!”

Published in News on May 16, 2024

16: Broad public support for legal abortion persists 2 years after Dobbs

By more than 2 to 1, Americans say medication abortion should be legal.

Published in Analysis, Policy on May 16, 2024

16: Biden’s labor report card: Historian gives ‘Union Joe’ a higher grade than any president since FDR

Biden said he would be a union president, and he has (mostly) lived up to that pledge.

Published in Analysis on May 16, 2024

16: Politics as performance: When debate is a formality and voters go for the man with the biggest hat

The GOP goal, at the state and national level, is not governing. The goal is getting the most time on stage.

Published in Commentary on May 16, 2024

16: 15% fewer med-school grads applied for residencies in Kentucky this year; med-school association attributes that to abortion ban

The decline was even greater in programs for obstetricians and gynecologists.

Published in News on May 16, 2024

15: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, 5/15

More election news today, plus some analysis on bipartisanship, and a new Bruce’s Take.

Published in News on May 15, 2024

15: Primary 2024: NKY has 10 state legislative races this month; at least one going down to the wire

The nastiest race in the state; incumbents facing challengers; open seats where the winner of the primary wins the genera. All happening in northern Kentucky.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on May 15, 2024

15: U.S. Department of Justice investigating Kentucky juvenile detention conditions

The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into the conditions at eight of the youth detention centers and one development center in the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice.

Published in News on May 15, 2024

15: Attica Scott interview, bad vibes at JCPS, and a congressional preview

This week we welcomed back Attica Scott to the show. She’s running for KY Senate, and we talked to her about that and about her legacy. Before the interview, Robert gave an update about the bad vibes invading JCPS’s leadership and Jazmin previewed the Congressional primaries across the state.

Published in Media on May 15, 2024

15: On Trump, Trump voters, and hating America

There is a difference between “The United States” and “America.” And that difference is critical for this fall’s election. If you vote for Trump, what are you voting for?

Published in Media, Election 2024 on May 15, 2024

15: Former far-right hard-liner says pro-voucher billionaires are using school board races to sow distrust in public education

One goal was to drive a wedge between rural residents and their school district in an effort to build support for vouchers.

Published in Analysis on May 15, 2024

15: Which KY rep in DC is the most bipartisan, and which the least?

There’s a national index of how bipartisan each elected is in Congress. Where do our Kentucky reps fall on that scale?

Published in Analysis on May 15, 2024

15: Breaking: Appeals court rules Kulkarni ineligible

The court said Nima Kulkarni’s filing paperwork was invalid due to one of her nominators was not registered as a Democrat at the time of the filing.

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 15, 2024

14: Together Frankfort to hold session on the assault on open government

This Thursday at 7 PM, Together Frankfort continues their Civics 101 series with a program on “What are they hiding?” The session is in the FPB Community Room, and is open to all.

Published in Event on May 14, 2024

14: Morgan Eaves, the new KDP executive director

We talk with Morgan Eaves, the sorta-new executive director of the Kentucky Democratic Party. She talks about the shape of the party, about her goals and plans to hit those goals, and about the upcoming special KDP dinner. At the end, we give her three wishes, and ask how she would use them.

Published in Media on May 14, 2024

14: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, 5/14

A light Wrap for today (diet Wrap?)

Published in News on May 14, 2024

14: Corporate tax breaks: Another reason to vote for Dems

Major U.S. corporations are getting so many tax breaks that they actually get tax refunds, even as their profits soar. It’s time to vote Dem, as only Dems will fix this.

Published in Commentary on May 14, 2024

14: C-Fair releases endorsements for primary election

C-Fair, the political action committee of the Fairness Campaign, has issued their endorsements for the upcoming primary.

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 14, 2024

14: The Great Regression

We’re moving backwards. Think not? Check out Jen Sorenson’s editorial cartoon.

Published in Cartoon on May 14, 2024

14: ThriveKY Roadshow aims to boost regional advocacy in KY communities

Multiple organizations have come together to help Kentuckians thrive.

Published in Event on May 14, 2024

13: AG Coleman sets lawsuit record. Who’s he trying to impress?

And I thought Daniel Cameron was bad.

Published in Commentary, Bruce’s Take on May 13, 2024

13: The Daily Wrap for Monday, 5/13

A news gift for our paying members!

Published in News on May 13, 2024

13: Coal-powered Kentucky joins 25-state coalition suing the EPA over emissions rules

Kentucky Republican Attorney General Russell Coleman has joined another coalition of red states challenging a new Biden administration anti-pollution rule for power plants.

Published in News on May 13, 2024

13: Most Kentucky Supreme Court justices did not file 2023 financial disclosure reports

A majority of Kentucky justices did not file financial disclosures last year and did not file their reports on time in 2024, adding to existing criticisms that the state’s judicial transparency rules are among the worst in the country.

Published in News on May 13, 2024

13: National group takes aim at Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie over record on Israel

Massie’s votes are “anti-Israel” according to AIPAC.

Published in News on May 13, 2024

13: Kentucky voters have some choices to make in legislative contests

Early voting begins Thursday for May 21 primary election. In-person absentee balloting is already under way.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on May 13, 2024

13: Unopposed, Stivers dips into stuffed war chest to boost Republicans, entertain supporters

Kentucky Senate president amended campaign finance disclosure after Lantern asked about missing details

Published in Analysis on May 13, 2024

13: How to vote in this month’s primary

“The best way to defend early voting is to use it.” – SOS Michael Adams

Published in Explainer, Election 2024 on May 13, 2024

13: Israel is testing the bounds of friendship; don’t good friends say ‘you’re wrong’?

If the United States is supposed to be a “friend” of Israel, aren’t we also supposed to tell them when they are wrong?

Published in Commentary on May 13, 2024

12: Let’s ensure KY mothers like me have a second chance – to regain voting rights and have a voice in their children’s future

On this Mother’s Day, let’s consider those mothers who need a second chance – and can’t get one.

Published in Commentary on May 12, 2024

9: The Daily Wrap for Thursday, 5/9

Hey, some actual Kentucky political news! Plus, one of the best voter guides I’ve ever seen.

Published in News on May 9, 2024

9: The Big Bag of Meanness

Forget sex. Sex no longer sells. Meanness does. And meanness is the Republican Party’s brand.

Published in Commentary on May 9, 2024

9: KFTC’s PAC issues primary endorsements

New Power PAC, the political action committee associated with Kentuckians for the Commonwealth, has issued their endorsements in the upcoming primary.

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 9, 2024

9: Kentucky Secretary of State predicts more early voting, 15 percent total turnout

Early voting opens May 16, with Election Day on May 21.

Published in News, Election 2024 on May 9, 2024

9: The money primary w/Tom Loftus

This week, we do an update on political spending for the primary, have a conversation about education spending, then take a look at the big donors with reporter and Journalism Hall of Fame member, Tom Loftus. We finish by urging EVERYONE to vote on Frankfort's worst law of the 2024 session.

Published in Media on May 9, 2024

9: Massie & Greene fail to oust Speaker Mike Johnson

With support for Johnson from House Dems, the Greene-Massie effort was doomed from the start.

Published in News on May 9, 2024

9: An excellent primary voter guide

Use this guide to get ready to vote in the primary.

Published in Feature, Election 2024 on May 9, 2024

8: The problem with vouchers and charter schools

We talk with Dr. Josh Cowen, author of the upcoming book "The Privateers," about what he has learned in his extensive research into school voucher programs and charter schools.

Published in Media on May 8, 2024

8: Republicans double down on school vouchers by taking fight to rural members of their own party

For years, rural Republican state legislators have bucked the party’s support for funneling public funds into private schools through education vouchers. Now Republican leaders are ramping up pressure on these holdouts.

Published in Analysis on May 8, 2024

8: Teri Carter on Damon Thayer: ‘Some legacy’

Like Gingrich (and Frankenstein), Thayer fanned the blaze he now would douse

Published in Commentary on May 8, 2024

8: Anne Gay Donworth interview and Dem primary preview

We welcome Anne Gay Donworth to talk about her run in the Dem primary for House District 76 – how she decided to run, what issues animate her, and why she's qualified for the seat. Also, Jazmin does a preview of all the Dem and LFUCG council races, and Robert joins in with some quick hits.

Published in Media on May 8, 2024

7: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, 5/7

Some good stuff in the “everything else” section today.

Published in News on May 7, 2024

7: How to tell if a conspiracy theory is probably false

Heard a good conspiracy theory lately? Was it true, or false? Did you know how to tell? If not, then read on.

Published in Explainer on May 7, 2024

7: Kenton County cities mull medical cannabis business zoning

Zoning rules in each city will affect whether and where medical MJ businesses can operate.

Published in News on May 7, 2024

7: Though noncitizens can vote in few local elections, GOP goes big to make it illegal

Kentucky one of four states voting in November on constitutional amendment that even some conservatives say is a voter turnout ploy

Published in Analysis on May 7, 2024

7: Most of Kentucky's congressional delegation ask President Biden for disaster declaration

A federal disaster declaration for the severe weather in April would free up extra federal dollars for recovery.

Published in News on May 7, 2024

7: Geoff Duncan: Why I’m voting for Biden and other Republicans should, too

In an editorial in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, a Republican politician explains why he’s voting for Biden, and challenges other Repubs to do the same.

Published in Commentary, Election 2024 on May 7, 2024

6: The Daily Wrap for Monday, 5/6

A slow news day, but a little more election coverage.

Published in News on May 6, 2024

6: With political protests, don’t trust your lying eyes

Have you seen all the coverage of peaceful protests on college campuses? No? Perhaps Stephen Voss can help explain.

Published in Commentary on May 6, 2024

6: More than ever, ‘Union Wages Buy More’

Union members really have only one choice for president this fall – and it isn’t Donald Trump.

Published in Analysis on May 6, 2024

6: Election 2024 races with ONLY a primary

In some races, this month’s primary will determine the overall winner. Here’s the list.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on May 6, 2024

6: All Lege candidates running unopposed

All of these candidates will win automatically, and take their seat in next year’s General Assembly.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on May 6, 2024

6: Adams to receive JFK Profile in Courage award

Award presentation will be June 9 at the JFK Library in Boston.

Published in Press Release, News on May 6, 2024

3: The Daily Wrap for Friday, 5/3

Even on Oaks Day, there’s still some news and stories to share!

Published in News on May 3, 2024

3: Judge bars Matt Bevin from wife’s home amid divorce case and harassment allegation

Glenna Bevin alleged in an affidavit that the former governor regularly enters and remains in her home against her wishes, following her around and asking her questions about their divorce case.

Published in News on May 3, 2024

3: Fact Check: Contrary to social-media posts, there is still no evidence that Covid-19 vaccines increase your risk of cancer

An analysis from FactCheck.org, shared by KY Health News

Published in Analysis on May 3, 2024

3: Kentucky judge declines, for now, to lift ban on executions

Shepherd said he saw no reason to immediately lift his ban.

Published in News on May 3, 2024

3: Massie’s war on bipartisanship advances to new front as he vows to fight ‘uniparty’

He is working with Marjorie Taylor Green (!) to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson, because Johnson dared to actually work across the aisle to get things done.

Published in Commentary on May 3, 2024

3: Who should take on Banker Barr?

Aaron, Kimberly & Chris moderate a conversation with four of the Democratic candidates campaigning to take on Andy Barr in November. Watch and VOTE MAY 21!

Published in Media on May 3, 2024

3: Study shows KY teacher pay still low

Even with some increases, salaries are far less than they were a decade ago due to inflation

Published in Press Release on May 3, 2024

2: A political race card for Derby visitors, real and virtual

Whether it’s a political horse race or a horsey horse race, you’ve got to have a race card to know who’s who. For all our Derby guests, Al Cross provides one.

Published in Feature on May 2, 2024

1: The Daily Wrap for Wednesday, 5/1

News, analysis, commentary, a podcast – it’s The Daily Wrap for May Day!

Published in News on May 1, 2024

1: What kind of May Day could we have in 2025?

On this Workers’ Day, Berry Craig thinks back to another May Day, and muses what kind of “celebration of workers” we might have if Donald Trump is reelected.

Published in Commentary on May 1, 2024

1: From the KDP: ‘Tell the GOP to stop supporting bills that hurt working families’

The Kentucky Democratic Party has released a good summary of all the ways the Republicans in Frankfort worked to hurt Kentuckians, especially working families. It’s worth reading, and definitely worth sharing.

Published in Commentary on May 1, 2024

1: Voters think it’s time to raise the minimum wage

Could you live on $7 an hour, or $14,000 a year? Is that a “livable wage,” which the minimum wage is supposed to guarantee? Voters know better, and the data shows it.

Published in Analysis on May 1, 2024

1: Is IVF protected in Kentucky? Depends on whom you ask.

The picture of IVF in Kentucky is muddled. Some lawmakers wanted to make it clearer, but didn’t get it done before the session ended. So is it protected in our state, or not?

Published in Analysis on May 1, 2024

1: Kentucky attorney general leading GOP effort against new Title IX rules over gender

Republican Attorney General Russell Coleman is leading a new multi-state lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over recent rules aimed at protecting LGBTQ+ students from discrimination in K-12 schools.

Published in News on May 1, 2024

1: Rick Adams interview, KREF filings, and Republican primaries

This week Robert and Jazmin interviewed Rick Adams, a Democratic candidate for District 41 in the Highlands. He spoke about why he wants to serve in Frankfort, what he believes he can get done, and what it’s been like campaigning this year.

Published in Media on May 1, 2024

1: How Congress could save our democratic republic

There are concrete steps that Congress could take that would expand and protect our nation and our democracy.

Published in Commentary on May 1, 2024

1: Heat – or light?

Winslow Myers asks if there is a way to turn down the heat and increase the light when it comes to Gaza.

Published in Commentary on May 1, 2024

1: Comeback communities in eastern Kentucky

Is your image of eastern Kentucky that of dying towns and fleeing populations? Perhaps you need to take a second look.

Published in Feature on May 1, 2024

30: The Daily Wrap for Tuesday, 4/30

News about Grimes, and pot, and Fogle, and trans, and even more things. Plus, some campaign finance, and a new billboard!

Published in News on Apr 30, 2024

30: DEA seeks to reclassify marijuana, allow prescriptions for first time: Reports

A large percentage of the U.S. population support fully legalizing marijuans.

Published in News on Apr 30, 2024

30: ‘We knew she was innocent.’ Charges against Lexington Councilwoman Fogle dismissed

Police said she was failing to obey orders, a charge that Fogle disputes.

Published in News on Apr 30, 2024

30: Rensselaer researcher publishes groundbreaking study on labor market discrimination against transgender people

Some interesting results here.

Published in News on Apr 30, 2024

30: Beshear anticipates economic gains after visit to Germany

The governor reported that his economic development trip went well, and more than one company is looking at Kentucky.

Published in News on Apr 30, 2024

30: Kentucky General Assembly fumbles opportunities to help kids

When you’re given the ball, and have a clear path to the goal line ... and then you fumble the ball ... that’s dumbfounding.

Published in Analysis, KYGA 2024 on Apr 30, 2024

30: Come hear the Lexington candidates!

A free event in the Lexington area. Learn more below!

Published in Event, Election 2024 on Apr 30, 2024

30: Democrat Erin Marshall (KY-01) launches billboard campaign

Hits James Comer for opposing abortion access for rape victims

Published in Press Release, Election 2024 on Apr 30, 2024

30: Judge dismisses ethics violations against former Secretary of State Grimes

After years of investigation, the judge rules there was no “there” there.

Published in News on Apr 30, 2024

29: Here’s the finances for 12 competitive primaries for General Assembly

Can a campaign’s finance reports tell you if they are going to win? Sometimes. And sometimes those reports reveal details that can tell you even more.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Apr 29, 2024

29: The Daily Wrap for Monday 4/29

Remember -- the Daily Wrap has both stories and tweets! So if you’re not on the Twitter machine, you can still keep up with what’s happening there.

Published in News on Apr 29, 2024

29: Vaping and substance use in Kentucky schools has spiked in the last five years, especially in the younger grades

It’s now up 147% from five years ago.

Published in Analysis on Apr 29, 2024

29: The ongoing KSU open-records saga

The open-records tug-of-war at Kentucky State University serves as an important reminder of the importance of our state’s laws on government transparency.

Published in Analysis on Apr 29, 2024

29: Kentucky AG gets funding to fight Biden administration on climate, air, and water pollution rules

Environmental group pans AG’s efforts as ‘waste of taxpayer dollars’

Published in News on Apr 29, 2024

28: State Races – Finances

Here you go – the first fund-raising report of this year’s state races!

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Apr 28, 2024

28: The UAW is breaking GOP brains in Dixie

“They’re truly astonished that workers might not trust their corporate overlords with their working conditions, pay, health, and retirement.”

Published in Commentary on Apr 28, 2024

28: A critical look at the charter schools amendment on the ballot this November

It’s even worse when you dig into it.

Published in Analysis on Apr 28, 2024

26: The Daily Wrap for Friday

Slight name change – but the same summary of today’s political news

Published in News on Apr 26, 2024

26: Expensive battle brewing in Kentucky primary to shape GOP caucus in Frankfort

Well-funded political action committees are preparing to spend on competitive Republican primary races for the Kentucky General Assembly, with one side supporting candidates from the “liberty” wing of the GOP and the other supporting more establishment candidates.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Apr 26, 2024

26: Lawsuit against KY120-AFT dismissed

The plaintiff, Miranda Stovall, is vice-president of the Kentucky chapter of No Left Turn in Education.

Published in News on Apr 26, 2024

26: Poll shows majority of Americans would back federal abortion rights protections

The issue of abortion rights could help determine who wins in local, state and federal elections this fall.

Published in Analysis on Apr 26, 2024

26: The great Republican contradiction

When the “new” Repub voters see what the “old” leadership wants, there could be - uhm - issues.

Published in Commentary on Apr 26, 2024

26: New federal rules aim to clean up toxic coal ash, including nearly a dozen sites in Kentucky

Former Kentucky lobbyist says number of unregulated coal ash sites unknown

Published in News on Apr 26, 2024

26: Owensboro lawmakers say ‘school choice’ plan will come if amendment passes

Repub lawmakers from the Owensboro area are split on Amendment 2.

Published in News, Election 2024 on Apr 26, 2024

26: Purported Comer book deal promises generous payday, sale of more cheap lies

Comer’s “investigation” seems to be coming to an inglorious end. And now he’s going to write a book about it?

Published in Commentary on Apr 26, 2024

26: Candidacy challenge against Louisville Dem lawmaker dismissed

Judge says challenger ‘fails to establish’ requirements to disqualify a candidate

Published in News, Election 2024 on Apr 26, 2024

25: The Wrap for Thursday, 4/25/24

Most political news today is focused on Trump’s multiple trials, and the various cases before SCOTUS. But, there’s still some Kentucky political news to report.

Published in News on Apr 25, 2024

25: Most new laws effective July 15; Governor has until end of week to decide fate of those on his desk

The clock is ticking on the remaining veto days.

Published in Analysis, KYGA 2024 on Apr 25, 2024

25: The 10 WORST BILLS of the KY General Assembly

We’ve got the deep dive into our list of the very worst bills of the legislature, which we’re going to let YOU VOTE to pick the actual worst legislation of the session, then we close with our Earth Week call to action.

Published in Media, KYGA 2024 on Apr 25, 2024

25: Kenton County’s Republican primary candidates are aligned — even indistinguishable — on the issues

Republican candidate forum, with a number of speakers trying to out-Repub each other.

Published in Feature, Election 2024 on Apr 25, 2024

25: Poll: Beshear most popular Democrat governor again

Beshear’s streak continues.

Published in News on Apr 25, 2024

25: Teamsters Local 89 wins big at Somerset IMI plant

Even while the UAW was celebrating their big win at VW in Chattanooga, they had another win in Kentucky.

Published in News on Apr 25, 2024

25: ‘You’d have thought he knew me for years’

“The best union president of my lifetime.”

Published in Feature on Apr 25, 2024

24: The Wrap for Wednesday, 4/24/24

Our Hump-Day issue of the Wrap has about 13 stories in it, as well as some fun tweets about Jamie Comer.

Published in News on Apr 24, 2024

24: Amazon accused of delay tactics in KCVG Air Hub workers’ unfair labor practices case

Amazon must answer to allegations of union bustling and workplace retaliation in front of the National Labor Relations Board in Cincinnati.

Published in News on Apr 24, 2024

24: Former Rowan county clerk who denied gay couple marriage license loses appeal

The saga of Kim Davis and marriage licenses for gay couples continues.

Published in News on Apr 24, 2024

24: Medical cannabis during the session – and Louisville policing update

This week Jazmin explains several developments having to do with Louisville's policing, and Robert talks about changes to the medical cannabis system that passed during the legislative session.

Published in Media on Apr 24, 2024

24: The Biden impeachment is a huge failure. Comer and the GOP are looking for a way out

The GOP knows it’s over. Comer knows it’s over. And just guess what he is thinking about doing next.

Published in Analysis on Apr 24, 2024

24: Will you care about climate change if it cuts your paycheck by 11%?

Guess what – climate change is going to have economic impacts. On you. Directly.

Published in Analysis, Media on Apr 24, 2024

24: Biden administration unveils new rule on nursing home staffing levels

Requires nurse on site 24/7, and at least 3.5 hours of care a day. The nursing home industry is vehemently opposed to the rule.

Published in News on Apr 24, 2024

24: When can doctors defy bans to do emergency abortions? SCOTUS to hear case

The “Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act” can overrule state law in some cases. Does that include emergency abortions?

Published in News on Apr 24, 2024

23: The Wrap for Tuesday, 4/23/24

More analysis than news today, including a good piece by Al Cross on possible candidates to replace McConnell when he retires.

Published in News on Apr 23, 2024

23: KY Attorney General upholds Juvenile Justice Department’s denial of records request

John Cheeves, a journalist with the Herald-Leader, says that what the DJJ gave him was incomplete.

Published in News on Apr 23, 2024

23: Where will the fight over bathrooms for transgender students go next after federal rule change

Lawsuits against the federal government are all but inevitable, as conservative states push back against inclusion for trans students.

Published in Analysis on Apr 23, 2024

23: ‘Forever chemicals:’ Now that feds have acted, some say Kentucky should do more

Republican Kevin Bratcher and Democrat Nima Kulkarni found common ground in their fight against PFAs

Published in Analysis on Apr 23, 2024

23: Ukraine vote draws lines for Senate race between Massie and Barr

Plus, Al Cross digs into other upcoming races, including other candidates for Senate and the 2027 governor’s race.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Apr 23, 2024

23: Publisher of ForwardKY to speak in Owensboro

If you’re in the area, come on by!

Published in Event, KYGA 2024 on Apr 23, 2024

23: An interview with Erin Marshall, Comer’s opponent

A wonderful interview with Erin Marshall, who is challenging Jamie Comer in Kentucky's 1st District. We talk about why she got into the race, how people have responded, and whether she is ready to really go after Comer.

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Apr 23, 2024

23: An interview with Josh Buckman

We talk with Josh Buckman, one of three Dems running for the seat currently held by Ruth Ann Palumbo. Josh shares about being a medical social worker, about being on the front lines and seeing people's needs up close, and about why he is running.

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Apr 23, 2024

23: College in PA helping to bring KY solar facility online

The Sebree Solar II project will be near Robards, Kentucky, and will generate enough energy to power 24,000 homes.

Published in Press Release on Apr 23, 2024

23: ‘Timing and momentum are everything’

Will the UAW victory at the Chattanooga VW plant have ripple effects? One Kentucky UAW member thinks so.

Published in Analysis on Apr 23, 2024

22: The Wrap for Monday, 4/22/24

Looked like a slow news day. Maybe not so much.

Published in News on Apr 22, 2024

22: Kentucky’s GOP legislature has a racism problem

Look at the bills that passed, and the ones that didn’t. Then listen to the comments on the floor. It’s clear what is driving some of this year’s GOP legislation.

Published in Commentary on Apr 22, 2024

22: Gov. Beshear to make economic development trip to Germany, Switzerland, promoting state with investors

Thousands of Kentuckians work for foreign-owned companies. Beshear wants to get even more overseas companies to invest in Kentucky.

Published in Press Release on Apr 22, 2024

22: Kentucky man says police violated Fourth Amendment by searching his backpack during arrest

If the police arrest you and search your backpack or purse, is that legal?

Published in News on Apr 22, 2024

22: Strong fundraisers vie to succeed McConnell as U.S. Senate Republican leader

As McConnell steps down from leading the GOP in the Senate, who is going to replace him? Two possible candidates are showing their ability to raise money for the party.

Published in Analysis on Apr 22, 2024

22: Workers Memorial Day is this Sunday

On April 28, 1971, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration began making workplaces safer. But some are still dangerous. This April 28th, let us “remember the dead, and fight like hell for the living.”

Published in Feature on Apr 22, 2024

22: Court divided over constitutionality of criminal penalties for homelessness

The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether homeless persons can be charged or fined – an issue very real in Kentucky after the passage of HB 5.

Published in Analysis on Apr 22, 2024

22: Governor Andy Beshear vetoes three additional bills following end of legislature’s 2024 regular session

These vetoes can’t be overridden by the legislature.

Published in News on Apr 22, 2024

22: Kentucky is No. 4 in smoking, down from No. 2

But at 17.4% of adults, experts say the state's smoking rate is still way too high

Published in News on Apr 22, 2024

21: A historic aid package was passed on Saturday. How did our reps vote?

Did they follow the example of Churchill in standing up to tyranny? Or, did they go the Chamberlain route?

Published in Analysis on Apr 21, 2024

21: If someone says women were given the vote, just slap ‘em

The language of our founding documents seems to include everyone in the word “citizens.” And yet it took long 133 years for women to gain their deserved rights as citizens.

Published in Commentary on Apr 21, 2024

20: UAW wins historic Volkswagen union election in a landslide

And it wasn’t even close.

Published in News on Apr 20, 2024

20: The crime rate

Nick Anderson nails it ... except our Kentucky GOP is doing the “go crazy” part even while the crime rate continues to drop.

Published in Cartoon on Apr 20, 2024

20: The political life and lessons of George Atkins

Former auditor and multiple-time candidate George Atkins died April 14th. His name is largely forgotten today, but the lessons of his life still resonate.

Published in Feature on Apr 20, 2024

19: The Wrap for Friday, 4/19/24

“Wrapping” up the week in political news and views.

Published in News on Apr 19, 2024

19: Massie cites three reasons for urging Speaker Johnson’s resignation; then what?

First it was Marjorie Taylor Green calling for Johnson’s head. Now our own Thomas Massie has joined her. What is he thinking?

Published in Commentary on Apr 19, 2024

19: Kentuckians will be able to apply for medical marijuana sales licenses sooner than expected

Business can start applying for licenses July 1 of this year.

Published in News, KYGA 2024 on Apr 19, 2024

19: Murray State University, WPSD-TV reach settlement agreement in open records lawsuit

The lawsuit stemmed from an investigation into the relationship between Murray State administrators and WKMS, an NPR member station.

Published in News on Apr 19, 2024

19: Say, whatever happened to that bill?

Your 2024 Kentucky General Assembly scorecard

Published in Analysis, KYGA 2024 on Apr 19, 2024

19: Are Comer’s campaign donations coming from Kentucky?

Shouldn’t a Congress person get most of their campaign money from the district they represent?

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Apr 19, 2024

19: The biggest loser in the HB 509 saga

As noted by Linda Blackford, “we the people” were the biggest winners in the HB 509 open-records saga. But who was the biggest loser?

Published in Commentary on Apr 19, 2024

19: KYGA 2024 Recap

A summary of the just-completed session from one of the lobbying firms.

Published in Analysis, KYGA 2024 on Apr 19, 2024

19: After ten-year battle, a younger generation leads the way at Volkswagen

Another union vote is happening at the VW plant in Chattanooga. And this time, it may pass.

Published in Feature on Apr 19, 2024

19: Al Cross asks: Is the Lege serving our common-wealth?

Did the General Assembly use its resources to make a difference in the lives of everyday Kentuckians?

Published in Commentary on Apr 19, 2024

18: Biden campaign video from Scranton, PA

Worth watching and sharing.

Published in Media, Election 2024 on Apr 18, 2024

17: The Wrap for Wednesday, 4/17/24

Mmmm – tasty political news, with no calories!

Published in News on Apr 17, 2024

17: Kentucky lawmaker says he wants to renew efforts targeting DEI initiatives on college campuses

Beshear responds: “DEI is not a four-letter word. DEI is a three-letter acronym for very important values that are found in our Bible. Diversity, equity and inclusion is about loving each other. Diversity will always make us stronger. It is an asset and never a liability.”

Published in News on Apr 17, 2024

17: Kentucky Republicans and Democrats prepare to face off on ‘school choice’ amendment

Amendment 2 would allow General Assembly to fund nonpublic schools

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Apr 17, 2024

17: Decision in eligibility challenge against Democratic lawmaker could come next week

Kulkarni says voters ‘have the right to decide’ in May primary

Published in News, Election 2024 on Apr 17, 2024

17: Kentucky Chamber PAC announces candidate endorsements for May 21 primary election

Almost all are Republican.

Published in Press Release, Election 2024 on Apr 17, 2024

17: Molly Gene Crain interview

Plus: the end of the Session, and the JCPS busing resolution

Published in Media on Apr 17, 2024

17: Notice anything in common about the books the Right wants to ban?

Beau of the Fifth Column certainly has. And he lays it out.

Published in Commentary, Media on Apr 17, 2024

17: Here’s the Q1 fund-raising numbers for Congressional races

They’re about like you would think.

Published in Analysis, Election 2024 on Apr 17, 2024

16: The Wrap for Tuesday, 4/16/24

Get your political news all Wrapped up in one tidy package!

Published in News on Apr 16, 2024

16: Kentucky lawmakers expedite medical marijuana licensing, but pass on adding extra conditions

The new law would allow Kentucky to issue medical cannabis licenses to businesses as early as this summer, increasing the odds that cannabis will be available for patients at dispensaries beginning 2025.

Published in News, KYGA 2024 on Apr 16, 2024

16: Kentucky’s new anti-vaping law ignites constitutional challenge

Vape retailers, hemp association file suit in Franklin Circuit Court

Published in News, KYGA 2024 on Apr 16, 2024

16: Believe it or not, THREE good things happened in Frankfort yesterday

A Sine Die for which to be thankful.

Published in Analysis, KYGA 2024 on Apr 16, 2024

16: Let us savor the victory for open records – then prepare for the next fight

All who fought to protect our open records laws should celebrate our shared victory. But then, we should work together to get ready for the next attack.

Published in Commentary, KYGA 2024 on Apr 16, 2024

16: Q: How much would Trump’s mass deportation order cost?

The Know-Nothings have returned with their goal of Make America White Again – except this time, the cost is going to be in the billions.

Published in Commentary on Apr 16, 2024

15: All KY anti-LGBTQ bills defeated

Ten anti-LGBTQ bills, and none got over the finish line.

Published in Press Release on Apr 15, 2024