Commentary: There is no better time than now for Kentucky employers to expand fair chance hiring
By Beth Davisson, Amanda Hall, Carmen Mitchell and Julie Warren In April, folks from around the country celebrated Second Chance…
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Bill Straub: While celebrating our war dead, let us not forget that they were defending the right to vote
Memorial Day is a curious sort of holiday. On one hand it celebrates the glorious onset of summer, featuring trips…
Jason Glass: Taking the next steps on the way to building a stronger education system in Kentucky
By now, you’ve hopefully heard about the Commissioner’s Virtual Listening Tour. For more than a month, I led a series…
Constance Alexander: Lockout at Murray State Arboretum inspires public to speak up and be heard
Whether you saw the padlock first and then read the sign, or vice versa, it didn’t matter. The results were…
Sen. John Schickel: Congratulations to the 2021 graduates for their hard work and accomplishments
As our 2021 graduates walk across the stage, I want to take a moment to congratulate them for their hard…
Chris McDaniel: This Memorial Day, let us appreciate the blessings of freedom like never before
Last Memorial Day, we were all experiencing an absence of normality due to COVID-19. At that time, we realized that…
Commentary: Kentucky lawmakers must embrace critical, commonsense legislation on gun safety
By Rep. George Brown, Jr. and Sen. Gerald Neal Special to NKyTribune Our nation has always loved its guns, but…
Al Cross: Mitch McConnell continues to choose his own interests over those of the country
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell usually has facts and logic to support what he says, but in opposing a bipartisan…
Bill Straub: Despite his early condemnation of Jan. 6 events, McConnell’s one true allegiance remains clear
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell displayed, for him, at least, rare courage and righteousness on Jan. 6 and he has…
Edouard Tende: Kentucky embraced me and I have thrived; now it’s time to embrace refugees
When I left the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2017, seeking refuge in the hills of Northern Kentucky, I wasn’t…
Constance Alexander: A complicated history fills in the background of longstanding Arab-Israeli conflict
“There’s a lot to know about how people in Gaza are living, without water or electricity, and Israel authoritarianism. It’s…
John Schickel: Happy Days are here again; our airport is thriving — and is a true regional asset
I recently visited the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati International Airport (CVG) with State Representative Kim Banta. We are fortunate that such a…
Neena Gaynor: Saving pollinators and returning the sweet sounds of bees, hummingbirds starts at home
Decades ago, despite all stereotypes regarding Kentucky children, I knew better than to run barefoot. One unguarded step was sure…
Bill Straub: Masks, social distancing, vaccines work; it’s just amazing how much Paul, Massie get wrong
Two quick questions: 1. How many Americans have died as a result of the facemask recommendation issued by the Centers…
Commentary: Strong school choice options is a better investment than more school spending
By Gary Houchens and John Garen In a recent op-ed for the Courier Journal, Kentucky Rep. Tina Bojanowski who is…
Woody Keown: We must stand up, speak out and unite against hate to achieve true American Dream
Editor’s Note: On Sunday, leaders from across the community united against hate in downtown Cincinnati. These are the remarks delivered…
Commentary: Over 50 KY economists urge federal elected officials to enact carbon pricing
By Christine Cunha Missik, MD and David Anderson, PhD Climate change poses a serious threat to our natural environment…
Mac Brown: Despite ‘sugarcoating’ of pandemic response, Beshear’s leadership disastrous for Ky.
In a recent column, Democrat Gov. Andy Beshear sugarcoats his response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Kentucky and attempts to…
Al Cross: Mitch McConnell’s silence makes him less worthy of leadership — at what price is power?
So, Liz is out. What about Mitch? Republican House members’ removal of Rep. Elizabeth Cheney from their leadership Wednesday made…
Bill Straub: We can’t have bipartisanship when McConnell says his job is to stop the administration
You can be forgiven if you viewed President Biden’s decision this week to meet with Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell…
George Fuchs: Healthy eating habits start at home; 40% of adolescents are overweight or obese
From an early age, children are exposed to messaging that informs their food preferences that in turn shapes their eating…
Jason Bailey: This one weird trick will help Kentucky employers find workers
As the economy is beginning to recover, we’re hearing the return of old, discredited claims that people just aren’t willing…