In their various health plans, Republicans want to roll back protections for people with pre-existing conditions. A study by the Center for American Progress shows us how many people would be harmed by this policy in each of our six Congressional districts. As explained by CAP: Republicans are now discussing
In response to my recent plugging of my daughter’s nascent contract programming business and my reference to the POTUS’ Twittering support of his own daughter’s business to justify it, a long time subscriber and correspondent wrote, “I am SICK TO DEATH of the politicization of EVERYTHING. Strike two,
Quid pro quo – Latin, meaning “this for that.” Also known as “you scratch my back, and I’ll scratch yours.” Also known as “pay to play.” So here’s the question: Is Governor Bevin engaging in one or more quid pro quos? Let’s get a few things clear, right
I am a fourth generation coal miner—or rather, I was. I worked as an underground miner in Southeastern Kentucky until June of 2012, when Arch Coal decided to shut down the facility where I was employed because it was no longer profitable. I was then forced to chase the
Governing is the opposite of dope. It’s real world. It’s working the program. Accepting blame and accountability, breaking with fantasy. It’s hanging out with people who don’t think like you. It’s reminding yourself that life is full of constraints and you can’t just do
As we look ahead to 2018, the question hangs out there for all: can Kentucky Democrats gain ground? Let’s take a look at the numbers. On the evening of November 8, 2016, Kentucky Democrats were hoping against hope that they would be able to retain their majority in the
The GOP of “Lincoln and Liberty” has been gone for about 50 years. Sean Spicer made it official: the Republicans are now “a states’ rights party.” President Donald Trump’s press secretary said so in response to a reporter’s question about why his boss axed President Obama’s policy
How Sen. Franken documented the Supreme Court’s corporate bias in his questions of Neil Gorsuch :: Every day corporations force you to actively sign away your rights to due process, and Minnesota Sen. Al Franken fears that form of coercion could get even more entrenched with approval of Neil Gorsuch
We recently learned from Kellyanne Conway that “microwaves can be used to spy on people.” (What will they think of next?!?) What she didn’t share is the new use for microwave ovens that President Trump and our own Matt Bevin have figured out. Aaron Smith has the details:
We don’t typically post about national politics – but this Twitter thread seemed both insightful and important. It is from Peter Daou (@peterdaou), who is a former Hillary advisor. Read it. 1. THREAD. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but @realDonaldTrump is consolidating his power. He and
The reality of fantasy. While journalism wrestles with ways to present accuracy in the age of Fake News, a front-page blurb in the March 13 issue of The Courier-Journal in Louisville reveals the much sneakier Fantasy News. The headline is a Donald Trump White House spinmeister’s dream, “GOP: New
When discussing both low turnout and low opportunity, I am reminded of John Dewey, who wrote, “the cure for the ailments of democracy is more democracy.” It is in this spirit that I am glad the General Assembly has before it several bills to expand people’s access to the
On February 16, the Kentucky House Education Committee heard testimony on HB151, the so-called “neighborhood schools bill.” While there were many words said by many people, the words from Rep. Attica Scott toward the end of the hearing ring strong and true. We thought it important that they be heard
It’s short, it’s informative, and it’s fun! Watch, then share with all your friends, so EVERYONE knows about charter schools! Charter Schools, with Jane the Teacher from Forward Kentucky on Vimeo. Jane the teacher helps us learn all about charter schools, as well as three better ideas
Thinking of getting solar for your home? Want to sell the excess solar power to your local utility? Then you’d better pay attention to SB214, or you might find yourself shelling out more than you save – or even breaking the law. This bill, sponsored by Senator Jared Carpenter, would
Let me say, right up front, that this is just a question. I have no inside info on McConnell or any of this, of any kind; I’m just wondering out loud. And here’s my question: Is McConnell’s non-interest in pushing for an investigation into the Russian connections
