It will soon be decided: Will American exceptionalism survive?
Bill Straub: “How the nation has reached this stage, I have no idea.”
Commentary
Articles commenting on current events, issues, and persons from a progressive viewpoint.
Democracy and unions go together – vote for both this fall
A vote for Trump is a vote against unions and working people
Pigs flying today: Conservative NYT columnist Bret Stephens is voting for Kamala Harris (!)
Let me start off by saying that I have long detested Bret Stephens, the conservative columnist for The New York Times. On top of him being a super-jerk, over the years I’ve disagreed strongly with just about every column he’s ever written. He often makes biased, lazy, bogus
Kentucky constitution is strong on public education — vote no on Amendment 2
A former superintendent lays out the lies and misrepresentations being put forward by the “Yes on 2” crowd, and explains why it must be defeated
You want credit, Kentucky GOP? Stop whining and do something worth celebrating.
Do it, and we will gladly give you all the credit you need.
Smilin’ Stevie says this election is ‘fun.’ He’s wrong.
Will it be “fun” if we lose our democracy and turn to fascism?
Amendment 2 will harm state’s public schools, set aside key constitutional protections
An editorial by the Kentucky Education Association
My Christian worldview tells me to vote ‘No’ On Kentucky’s Amendment 2
Voting against this amendment is not an attack on Christianity. Instead, it is a way to help our public schools continue to care for the same people Jesus spoke about.
‘They don’t build cars’ vs ‘Rum, Romanism, and rebellion’
Trump just insulted autoworkers – in Michigan. Will he follow in the steps of James Blaine, who lost the White House over a single statement?
If it’s such a good idea, why so many off-base arguments?
Proponents of Amendment 2 apparently think the proposal needs more help, even if the claims are unsupported.
McConnell is no fan of Trump’s, so why the ‘endorsement’?
Mitch’s comments show what he actually thinks of Trump – but still endorsed him a few months ago. Is a puzzlement.
Heather Crabbe: I will support common-sense reproductive rights for KY House District 64
States across the country are grappling with a reproductive rights crisis, and in vitro fertilization (IVF) is caught in the crossfire. In Kentucky, one of the states with the most restrictive abortion bans, healthcare providers are increasingly concerned about their ability to offer essential reproductive care due to draconian laws.
Beware another false prophet
Union members, be warned – Trump and his sidekick Vance talk pro-union, but they are anti-union wolves in sheep’s clothing.
Women, POCs, Young Adults – It's Up to You
Everyone says this election is going to come down to turnout. Bruce says these three groups need to turn out massively – because this election is about their futures.
Kentuckians have a right to know when public officials abuse their power
And a free press is part of making sure that happens
