Opinion – Richard Nelson: Eliminating waste, more efficient government shouldn’t be controversial
According to a CBS News/YouGov poll, 51% of Americans approve Pres. Trump’s cuts to the federal workforce. Altogether, 87% of…
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Opinion – Richard Nelson: Family-friendly tax policy is good for KY, how we get there is the question
Kentucky House Democrats held a press conference on Tuesday to unveil a “vision for [Kentucky] families.” House Minority Floor Leader…
Opinion – Richard Nelson: This Chistmas remember the light and life of Jesus is worth celebrating
The gloom that blanketed Bald Knob the other day was palpable: enough to weigh down the Christmas cheer of the…
Opinion – Richard Nelson: Beshear’s conversion therapy executive order violates religious freedom
Governor Andy Beshear’s executive order banning conversion therapy within the scope of state agencies stirred controversy across the state. And…
Commentary: Both sides want a healthy society, but that’s possible only when human life is respected
By Richard Nelson and Christopher Parr Commonwealth Policy Center During their convention in Chicago last month, Democrats united around the…
Opinion – Richard Nelson: In considering our ‘pursuit of happiness,’ think about our stewardship of freedom
“We hold these truths to be self evident that all men are created equal that they are endowed by their…
OPINION – 2024 Primary election proves encouraging for conservatives who campaigned the right way
By Richard Nelson and Cole Cuzick Special to NKyTribune Kentucky’s state legislative races took center stage in Tuesday’s primary, even…
Opinion — Richard Nelson: Legislation mandating age verification to access adult content long overdue
A bill proposing age verification limits on websites where children can access adult content is currently making its way through…
Opinion – Richard Nelson: Legislature pushes back against DEI, viewpoint discrimination in higher ed
Pushback against DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs in Kentucky higher education is moving in the legislature with the passage…
Yes, it’s safe to drink the water, says ORSANCO’s Richard Harrison; keeping the river safe
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Go ahead – drink the water. It’s OK. Richard Harrison says you have nothing to…
Commentary – Richard Nelson: Ironies and joy — celebrate with gladness, hope, and understanding
So many of my Christmas memories as a child were pleasant. But Christmas isn’t a joyous time for everyone. I…
Op-Ed – Richard Nelson: Humility is a recipe for peaceful Thanksgiving conversation
Our homes will soon be filled with the aroma of roast turkey wafting through the kitchen and dinner tables decked…
Richard Nelson: ‘Do No Harm Act’ protects Kentucky’s children from life-altering decisions
The Do No Harm Act (HB 470) passed the Kentucky state House amid raucous opposition last week. Opponents positioned the…
Richard Nelson: Celebrating hope of Christmas season, knowing it’s a loved one’s last
Nothing brings into focus the questions of eternity like losing a close family member. I got the bad news of…
Richard Nelson: Searching for sense, meaning in face of pain, loss, yet we must reach out to the suffering
Pictures of the devastation in the wake of the tornado that hit Mayfield and several West Kentucky communities are hard…
Richard Nelson: Each of us is building something of our lives, let us strive to start with a firm foundation
I’m building a house. I was told by several friends that building a home would be one of the most…
Richard Nelson: Remember that God is integral to American Liberty, as we celebrate 4th of July
Have you ever visited the National Archives and seen the Declaration of Independence? It is featured alongside the U.S. Constitution…
Richard Nelson: Loving your enemies is not an option — some things have no place in a Christian’s life
I was recently invited to speak to a group of concerned citizens in Northern Kentucky about a “Fairness” ordinance introduced…
Richard Nelson: Self-identified gender ideology meets Christianity in post-truth arena
CNN reporter Devan Cole created a stir last week when he said, “It’s not possible to know a person’s gender…
Richard Nelson: Most consequential pro-life bill in my lifetime is now in the hands of the Kentucky Senate
The most consequential pro-life bill in my lifetime is being considered by the Kentucky State Senate. What’s fascinating about HB…
Richard Nelson: Will Kentucky’s legislature double down on video gambling?
The Kentucky Supreme Court denied the Horse Racing industry’s appeal to allow historical horse racing, aka video slot machines, at…
Richard Nelson: Commercialization of the holiday threatens normalcy; we miss main point of Christmas
I confess that I really have a hard time with the 21st-century version of Christmas, too often a commercialized free-for-all…