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Bill Straub: In the world of Donald Trump, reality is no longer relevant as truth takes a near daily beating
WASHINGTON – You know things are rapidly running out of control in this great country of ours when you can’t…
Bill Straub: Health care setback means McConnell might have to do the unthinkable — work with Dems
WASHINGTON – You gotta hand it to Senate Republican Leader Mitch “Root ‘n Branch’’ McConnell – he placed the few…
Bill Straub: According to Bevin’s view, you’re either for him or against him — there’s no middle ground
WASHINGTON – Ladies and gentlemen, meet the prophet from New Hampshire. Gov. Matt Bevin has, it seems, expanded his duties…
Bill Straub: When it comes to replacing Obamacare, McConnell, GOP make sure the fix is in
WASHINGTON – Let’s get a few things straight. Republicans control both the House and Senate and they are on the…
Bill Straub: Bevin’s attempts to circumvent state’s media scutiny just another way of saying ‘trust me’
WASHINGTON – Oh, such a clever boy is Mad Matt Bevin. Cicadas, Peeping Tom, a strange and meandering 15-minute word…
Bill Straub: McConnell sees Trump budget as ‘progress,’ but it’s at the expense of the have-nots
WASHINGTON – Senate Republican Leader Mitch “Root ‘n Branch’’ McConnell has had almost nothing to say about the hullaballoo surrounding…
Bill Straub: Trump’s handling of Comey, Russian investigation no joke — it’s a developing tragedy
WASHINGTON – Rep. James Comer, quickly earning his lackey credentials as he soars toward the top of the Republican’s party-before-country…
Bill Straub: Given yet another chance to be a statesman, McConnell chooses party over country
WASHINGTON – A few months back, when word about the Trump administration’s all-too-close ties to the Kremlin started percolating, Sen….
Bill Straub: Barr’s clouded judgment leads to backing health bill denying coverage to his voters
WASHINGTON – Rep. Andy Barr, R-Banks and Financial Institutions, held a town hall in Lexington recently and it’s fair to…
Bill Straub: Bevin stiff-arming state’s media does disservice to public and pursuit of accountability
WASHINGTON – Ben Bradlee, who would go on to become the legendary editor of The Washington Post, once wrote a…
Bill Straub: If Bevin truly is a man of integrity, then it’s well past time that he shows some
WASHINGTON – There is some evidence that the glorious leader, Gov. Mad Matt Bevin, may have stepped in it this…
Bill Straub: Trump’s tent didn’t expand the GOP electorate; it’s white voters who are the difference
WASHINGTON – To be honest, I don’t watch Saturday Night Live any longer. The only thing that will keep me…
Bill Straub: ‘Root and Branch’ McConnell manages to take both sides of an issue when it suits his purpose
WASHINGTON – Senate Republican Leader Mitch “Root and Branch’’ McConnell is very much like one of those troubled volunteer fireman…
Bill Straub: Despite Trump’s assertions to the contrary, no comeback in the cards for coal industry
WASHINGTON – During the opening 10 weeks of his presidency, Donald J. Trump has proved himself to be a buffoon,…
Bill Straub: Despite policies that damage their state, Kentuckians continue to show support for Trump
WASHINGTON – So, to quote that leading light and respected political philosopher Sarah Palin, “How’s that hopey-changey stuff working out…
Bill Straub: Planned Parenthood provides important service and Republicans can’t make that go away
WASHINGTON – For years, right-wing lawmakers in Washington and Frankfort have been pursuing Planned Parenthood in the same way Wile…
Bill Straub: To no one’s surprise, under GOP health plan, the rich get richer and the poor get poorer
WASHINGTON – If, as Forrest Gump’s mom was fond of saying, “Stupid is as stupid does,’’ there is a whole…
Bill Straub: Adjustments to Obamacare could have avoided many of the problems GOP now criticize
WASHINGTON – The President of the United States recently allowed that he has proved tardy in offering his long-awaited replacement…
Bill Straub: From dangerous windbag to beauty, Paul’s view of Trump has evolved since primary battle
WASHINGTON – Sen. Rand Paul is, as the famous line from Oliver Stone’s JFK put it, “a mystery wrapped in…
Bill Straub: Focusing on results and not the theatrics, McConnell thinks Trump is doing just fine
WASHINGTON – It took that great philosopher, John Matuszak, to sum up in a single thought what makes America great….
Bill Straub: Politicians lining up to eliminate the EPA have strong Kentucky ties in common
WASHINGTON – Kentucky is piecing together a strong contingent of volunteers ready and willing to do battle with raging hordes…