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Judge dismisses ethics violations against former Secretary of State Grimes
After years of investigation, the judge rules there was no “there” there.
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.
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!
DEA seeks to reclassify marijuana, allow prescriptions for first time: Reports
A large percentage of the U.S. population support fully legalizing marijuans.
‘We knew she was innocent.’ Charges against Lexington Councilwoman Fogle dismissed
Police said she was failing to obey orders, a charge that Fogle disputes.
Rensselaer researcher publishes groundbreaking study on labor market discrimination against transgender people
Some interesting results here.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Commentary
See allThe 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.”
The great Republican contradiction
When the “new” Repub voters see what the “old” leadership wants, there could be - uhm - issues.
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?
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.