Richard Nelson: Kids need parents involved in lives; fathers play key role in preventing mass violence
Gabe Parker was described as cold, callous and “shockingly calm” in an interview with Kentucky State Police. The 16-year old…
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KRTA: SB1, House budget proposal dynamic duo of smoke and mirrors, increase burden on teachers
By Romanza Johnson Kentucky Retired Teachers Association Put yourself in the shoes of a typical Kentucky schoolteacher for a moment….
Bill Straub: McConnell has some explaining to do for inaction on knowledge about Russians and election
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has some explaining to do. And if he isn’t up front about the rationale regarding…
Archbishop Kurtz: Scholarship tax credits encourage support for giving every child a choice
Kentucky’s General Assembly is full-steam ahead tackling economic, social, and workforce issues. But as we move forward in 2018, we…
Michael J. Schmitt: PSC Chairman explains process for consideration of rate increase requests
Many Kentuckians may be unaware of the role of the Public Service Commission (PSC) in their daily lives. Paraphrasing our…
Daniel Cameron: Kentucky’s criminal justice system is broken; but we can fix it with proven reforms
In May of next year, Kentucky will run out of prison space, and without substantive changes, the Commonwealth may be…
Rob Hudson: Confessions of a recovering news junkie and how I will find a balanced outlook
It all started for me with George Stephanopoulus in the early 90’s. You know Mr. Stephanopoulus as the charming co-host…
Nadina Dennie: Senate Bill 2 is an important step forward for Kentucky small businesses
Kentucky is home to some of the largest, most-recognized companies in the world — GE, Ford, Toyota, UPS and others….
Commentary: Chambers, including NKY, strongly support basic provisions of Senate Bill 1 on pensions
With a major pension reform bill moving through the legislative process, we write on behalf of Kentucky’s business community in…
Brigitte Blom Ramsey: Prichard Committee pleased to see House stem erosion of education funding
We are pleased to see the commitment by the House of Representatives to make strides stemming the erosion of education…
Commentary: Time for change, put patients first with prior authorization reform for faster treatment
By Sen. Ralph Alvarado and Rep. Kimberly Moser Imagine you are a cancer patient and your physician prescribes a…
Bill Straub: The biblical world view as seen by certain folks may not square with Bible — or the rest of us
Even in these trying days of division and bitter partisanship most everyone can agree that God, who has been on…
Vickie Bryant: KFB celebrating ‘Ag Literacy Week’ — and offering scholarship opportunities to students
When you think of Kentucky, many things come to mind from beautiful horses to endless acres of some of the…
Daniel McGee: Funding KY Center for Mathematics a small investment that pays big dividends
To understand the impact of the Kentucky Center for Mathematics (KCM), you first need to understand the impact that struggling…
Randy Steele: Legislation permits use of eye care technology and protects Kentucky consumers
Vision is critical. From safety to education to employment to daily needs, we depend on our eyes to function. …
Julie Metzger: Optometrists support HB 191 because patients deserved a high level of care and safety
Optometrists play an integral role in safeguarding the visual welfare of Kentucky residents. That’s why we support House Bill 191…
Chris Stevenson: Direct Support Professionals are crucial to caring for those with disabilities
Some people are born natural caregivers; nurturing, patient, and attentive. These qualities cannot be learned but are necessary for important…
Commentary: It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month; we have a long way to go on kids’ oral health
By Jane Koppelman Pew Charitable Trusts February is National Children’s Dental Health Month — a great time to remind ourselves…
Mitch McConnell: Taking a step forward in combating opioid crisis, though more must be done
On an average day, 175 Americans die from drug overdoses. Families in Kentucky and throughout the nation are bravely confronting…
Bill Straub: Guns are the problem; to say otherwise is ridiculous — as well as dangerous. Stop.
The Republican Party oftentimes appears to have been overtaken by zealots who have succumbed to what can only be described…
Commentary: Eye care legislation restricts innovation, dictates how doctors treat patients
By Dr. Saya Nagori Medical Director/Simple Contacts The Kentucky General Assembly is currently considering legislation, House Bill 191, that…
Commentary: Messages have consequences; there is a disconnect over healthy sexuality in our society
By Brandon Porter and Richard Nelson Commonwealth Policy Center The top grossing movie prior to Valentine’s was 50 Shades Freed….