Bill Straub: ‘Possum’ Pruitt is a money-changer in the Temple; why oh why can’t he just be tossed out?
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Kentucky House Leader calls for investigation of Kentucky Wired, wants details behind contract
Kentucky House Republican Caucus As the result of extreme delays resulting in tens of millions of dollars over its initial…
Sen. John Schickel: The good news from legislative session can be found in state road projects
Some of the good news to come from this past session has to do with state road funding projects in…
Sen. Damon Thayer: Contentious legislature nonetheless passes laws to move state forward
The dust has settled on my 16th Legislative Session as a Kentucky State Senator, and I am proud of our…
Richard Nelson: Despite drama, 2018 legislative session was a successful production in many ways
The 2018 General Assembly was incredibly productive and even took positive steps to shore up the state pension system, but…
Melissa Martin: Do you own your stuff or does your stuff own you? May be time to step away
Humans love stuff—all kinds of stuff. Small, medium, large. We love different sizes of stuff. We just love our stuff….
Terry Brooks: Bipartisan wins is oxymoron that works for kids; investments in child welfare felt across state
“Bipartisan wins” in Frankfort seems like an oxymoron on the same level as “jumbo shrimp” and “bittersweet.” When reflecting on…
Bill Straub: The ‘lone wolf’ joins the pack, as Rand Paul hands committee green light to Mike Pompeo
WASHINGTON – Back a little more than five years ago, Sen. Rand Paul marched onto the floor of the upper…
David Meade and Glenna Bevin: Children, families came first in 2018 legislative session
While numerous policies beneficial to all Kentuckians were passed in the 2018 session, children and families were the major winners….
William McCann: Once worthy only of being ignored, Kentucky’s theatrical lights shine bright
Perhaps, once upon a time or in a galaxy far, far away, Kentucky’s theatre arts world was viewed from outside…
Sen. Mitch McConnell: Aiming to legalize growing industrial hemp and help Kentucky farmers expand
For far too long, the federal government has prevented most farmers from growing hemp. Although it was a foundational part…
Jeff Rubin: Silent crimes against children, women and elderly need to become less silent
April is Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time that places the spotlight on two issues I find…
Melissa Martin: The drug addiction monster attacks in many ways, all are dangerous
There are three types of drug dealers. The ones that sneak around under the darkness of night in alleys and…
Bill Straub: Bevin’s actions, while reprehensible, were not surprising and his ‘apology’ didn’t help
But I’m just a soul whose intentions are good Oh Lord, please don’t let me be misunderstood. — Kentucky Gov….
Mitch McConnell: As ‘Tax Day’ passes, say goodbye to unfair, outdated tax code now in the past
For many middle-class families and businesses, Tax Day is circled on the calendar with regret and trepidation. But this year,…
Kristin Gangwer: Make a difference this earth day, through sustainability at home, at work and at play
This year, as Green Umbrella celebrates 20 years as Greater Cincinnati’s hub for environmental sustainability, we are excited to reflect…
Prichard Committee: Kentucky is backsliding on its educational progress; we need a sense of urgency
At the close of what has been a tumultuous legislative session, state lawmakers voted to override Governor Matt Bevin’s vetoes…
Addia Wuchner: Swift action on vetoes ensure significant tax reform and budget package for KY
In swift and effective action, the Kentucky House and Senate overrode Governor Matt Bevin’s veto on House Bills 200 and…
Constance Alexander: Christopher P. Collins – husband, father, citizen, soldier, teacher, poet, Ph.D.
His home page is a black and white shot of Arlington National Cemetery. While the sky hovers at the edge…
Brent Cooper: Investment in infrastructure is needed to maintain and grow region’s economy
As most of you know, Kentucky is a logistics hub, with three global shipping centers, 20 interstates and major highways,…
Commentary: Scholarship tax credits represent responsible approach to expanding opportunity
By Charles Leis Thousands of Kentucky families have new reason to be optimistic about their children’s education and future: Renewed…
Bill Straub: Kentucky is the Jack Benny of the states; tries to run the government on the cheap
Kentucky is forever trying to get by on the cheap, making it the Jack Benny of the 50 states. You…