Wheatley announces run for Secretary of State
Democratic state Rep. Buddy Wheatley announced on Tuesday that he is a candidate for Kentucky Secretary of State in the 2023 elections.
On the passing of Henry Berg-Brousseau
Henry Berg-Brousseau, the son of state Senator Karen Berg, died last Friday by suicide. Here is a statement from Senator Berg, as well as a statement from the Human Rights Campaign, where Henry worked.
KYGA 2023 Calendar
Here’s the calendar for the 2023 session of the Kentucky General Assembly.
Twenty-eight orgs urge KYGA to use surpluses to invest in all of us, instead of just a few
Twenty-eight KY orgs have sent a letter to every member of the General Assembly, urging them to invest in human infrastructure, instead of giving more money to those who already are wealthy.
KY House Dems elect leadership team: Graham, Stevenson, and Roberts
The Kentucky House Democratic Caucus elected a new leadership team this past Friday, choosing Rep. Derrick Graham as Caucus Leader, Rep. Cherlynn Stevenson as Caucus Chair, and Rep. Rachel Roberts as Caucus Whip. All three were elected without opposition.
Yarmuth delivers final address on House floor
Congressman John Yarmuth of Louisville delivered his final floor speech in the United States House before retiring at the end of this year. Here is a transcript and video.
Friday News & Notes
A somewhat slow day in the KY politics news space – but we’ve got you some snippets and blurbs.
‘Respect for Marriage’ Act passes, protects gay and interracial marriages
The “Respect for Marriage” Act passed the U.S. House today, sending the bill on to President Biden for his signature.
Mental health, gun prevalence are top concerns for Kentucky children
Kids across Kentucky are telling us what they need. Are we listening?
Kentucky Democratic Party appeals redistricting opinion
The KDP is appealing the decision of a lower court that allowed the Republican gerrymandering.
Wednesday News & Notes
Don’t have time to keep up with politics? Read our News & Notes! Excerpts from stories, with links to the originals if you want to learn more.
Senate passes bill protecting interracial and gay marriages. McConnell and Paul vote against it.
The United States Senate today passed the Respect for Marriage Act, a bill designed to put into Federal law certain protections for gay and interracial marriages.
State Representative Colonel Pam Stevenson files intent to run for AG
State Rep. Pam Stevenson, a former colonel in the U.S. Air Force, has filed to run for Kentucky Attorney General.
Shell files for Ag Commissioner
Jonathan Shell announces for Ag Commissioner, issues press release.
