In his statement about the state Supreme Court dismissing the lawsuit by AG Beshear because the action by the legislature made it moot, Gov. Bevin couldn’t resist throwing a dig at Beshear: “The Bevin Administration commends the Kentucky Supreme Court’s unanimous decision granting the Governor’s motion to
A Federal judge has struck down Kentucky’s “narrated ultrasound” requirement, requiring women preparing to have an abortion to submit to an ultrasound accompanied by the doctor describing out loud what the ultrasound showed and playing the fetal heartbeat. The requirement was enacted as part of HB2, passed by the
Here’s a history quiz. What white supremacist said slavery transformed African-Americans “from brutal savages into docile, intelligent, and civilized laborers” and blessed them “not only with bodily comforts but with careful religious instruction”? Hint: The guy’s statue is in the Kentucky Capitol rotunda in Frankfort. Confederate President Jefferson
Here’s a memo to the Fourth Estate from an old reporter: * “Moderates” implies middle-of-the road. * And “tax reform” is a Republican frame. They’re Not Moderates Much of the media—even journalists on supposedly liberal MSNBC news shows—pinned the “moderate” label on John McCain, Susan Collins, and Lisa
DOE’s August 2017, 187-page “Staff Report to the Secretary on Electric Markets and Reliability” contains no denials of climate change or broadsides about a war on coal. [tweet_box design=”box_04″ float=”none”]Surprise: this Energy Dept report contains no denials of climate change.[/tweet_box] The study
Rep. Thomas Massie was one of only three Republicans to vote against an aid package to assist hurricane victims. A few hours later, the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce called him a name in a tweet about his vote, and Massie responded. The aid package passed the House in a
Forward Kentucky attended the DACA rally in Louisville today, and live-tweeted part of it. Here are some of the tweets and pictures. At the #DefendDACA rally in Louisville. pic.twitter.com/N1az8HbjHy — ForwardKY (@ForwardKy) September 5, 2017 Many faith leaders at the #SaveDACA rally in Louisville. — ForwardKY (@ForwardKy) September 5,
If you are having a hard time understanding the KRS pension problem, you’re not alone. The terminology can be arcane, the numbers big, and the implications difficult to grasp. The PFM reports are long and dry, and you might be forgiven if you looked in vain for a plain-language
Yesterday we heard the third and final report from PFM, the consulting firm hired by the state to analyze the Kentucky pension systems. We thought it would be good to learn more about PFM, and about their other work, to see if there are patterns or insights to be gained.
The Fancy Farm picnic crowd seemed to reflect the recent Gallup Poll that put Donald Trump’s approval rating at 53 percent in Kentucky. When a speaker invoked the president’s name, about half the throng cheered and the other half jeered. Seated in a portable canvas chair under shade
Congressman John Yarmuth, D-Louisville, brought an unabashedly liberal message to arguably the most conservative corner of the Republican Red Bluegrass State. His listeners seemed to love it. “We cannot be afraid of being pro-government as Democrats,” he challenged the crowd of about 300 at the annual Alben Barkley Democratic Dinner
Our thanks to Berry Craig for covering Fancy Farm and sharing his pictures for all to enjoy!
These are challenging times for the Kentucky Democratic Party; but the current political climate in the state and the nation also offers exciting opportunities. As the party’s recently appointed executive director, Mary Nishimuta hopes to overcome the challenges, take advantage of the opportunities, and deliver a shot of energy
Both my grandfathers were Baptist preachers. One was in charge of starting new churches in Missouri, Kansas, and Iowa, and he had an interesting turn of phrase he would use. He never asked a pastor “how is your church doing?” Instead, he always said “how’s the work?” I like
“Is there any political party in another democratic country as far right-wing as the Republicans are under Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell?” one of my best and brightest former students asked me the other day. “Yes,” I said, reminding him of the deal Theresa May, Britain’s Tory prime minister,
I just sent an email to the “comment line” for the proposed Medicaid waiver (kyhealth@ky.gov), outlining multiple reasons why the proposed changes are bad public policy, and why they will fail. Here’s the email I sent: :: Hello! I am writing to let you know that I am
