Opinion – Mike Harmon: Candidates need to focus on problem solving, not tearing each other down
With the entry of Nate Morris into the 2026 Kentucky Senate Republican Primary race, the salvos back and forth between…
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Opinion – Bill Straub: Barr’s embrace of birthright citizenship vendetta unveils newfound fealty to Trump
President-cum-Dictator Donald J. Trump’s self-appointed handmaiden, Rep. Andy Barr, being perennially sensitive to the whims of his master, has officially…
Opinion – Al Cross: Medicaid helps us all; prepare to be hurt
Nearly 1 in 3 Kentuckians are covered by Medicaid, the federal-state insurance program for low-income Americans. If you’re not among…
Opinion – Defunding the Legal Services Corporation will significantly harm residents of Kentucky
By James H. Moore, Robert Johns, Glenda Harrison and Ron Flagg Special to NKyTribune Many people are surprised to learn…
Opinion – Brigitte Blom: Community partnerships strengthen schools, deliver real results for students
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the challenges and negative stories facing our schools and students. But deep transformation is…
Opinion – Lindsey Tichenor: Lawmakers, governor agree — we will make sure SB 181 clear, effective
Now that Senate Bill 181 is in effect, having passed 137-0 and been signed into law by the Governor in…
Opinion – Rhonda Chisenhall: How cutting federal grant funding to Community Action agencies impacts families in need
Many of you have heard the proverb “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach…
Opinion – Judy Harris: Prayer Bears between friends of all ages
“To be a Christian without prayer is no more possible than to be alive without breathing.” -Martin Luther The Whole…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist on news — Alligator Alcatraz, fireworks/politics, the Debt, July 4th
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Opinion – William Hensley: Now is the time to prioritize evidence-based, cost-effective opioid treatment
I was heartened to read recently that Kentucky has surpassed the $1 billion mark in total opioid settlement funds secured…
Opinion – Bill Straub: Trump puts target on Massie — and Massie is not intimidated
Some years ago, back in the days of black-and-white television, there ran a 30-second commercial depicting an argument between two…
Opinion – Chris McDaniel: Still standing, still striving, the promise of America remains strong
Each year, as the Fourth of July approaches, we’re reminded that Independence Day is about more than fireworks and backyard…
Opinion – Andrew Cooperrider: Massie is doing what Massie always does, why waste time trying to unseat him?
The PAC buys and attacks against Congressman Thomas Massie are about sending a message. The One Big Beautiful Bill can…
Opinion – Covington Board of Education: A vote for our students, a moment for our future
This past week, the Covington Board of Education took an important step forward — one that reflects our shared values,…
Opinion – Dave Hatter: The U.S. must write the rules on AI and national security before China does
It’s no secret that countries around the world are racing to lead in artificial intelligence (AI), but not every country…
Opinion – Judy Harris: Family life in China 1993 and primary sources for social education
“The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.” Confucious In the summer of 1993, a fellowship…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist’s view of week’s news — Hot, Iran, 4th of July, Universe camera, mask wearing
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Opinion – Jesse Green: Congress must not violate First Amendment in fight against anti-semitism
In response to a recent rise in antisemitism in the U.S., especially on college campuses, Congress has considered several bills…
Opinion – Bill Straub: McConnell shows contempt for his own voters with cavalier response to Medicaid cuts
Sen. Mitch McConnell, heading for the last round-up in his seemingly endless upper chamber tenure, is showing his true colors….
Opinion – Andrew McNeill: Frankfort’s hollow promises to Eastern Kentucky
A recent camping trip took me through the heart of Eastern Kentucky. First, the Red River Gorge, next a visit…
Opinion – Amber Duke: Marking the 10-year anniversary of marriage equality
“Hi. My name is April Miller and Kim Davis just denied me a marriage license.” Ten years ago, I answered…
Opinion — Col Owens: We have the resources; we must summon the will
It has been difficult to gather my thoughts into coherence for a while now. So much is going on in…