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…
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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…
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: Racial reconciliation begins with the Church; conversations bring understanding
I recently moderated a forum on racism, justice, and the Church, where three black pastors from Kentucky and Tennessee joined…
Richard Nelson: Equality Act has a clever, noble name but carries troubling consequences
The Equality Act (HR 5) is moving in Congress but Congressman James Comer (R-Tompkinsville) is “deeply troubled” after looking into…
Richard Nelson: Hold the horses, reign in Oak Grove Casino project; it makes community less stable
Ever hear the saying “hold your horses?” Well, it looks like West Kentucky Development Corp. needs to reign theirs’ in….
Richard Nelson: Whether or not life is found on Mars, it is found in the tiniest heartbeat of a human being
BBC Science Correspondent Jonathan Amos recently asked, “What chance has NASA of finding life on Mars?” He’s referring to the Mars…
Richard Nelson: Little-known organizations, like KY’s faith-based pregnancy care centers, have big impact
More often than not there are enterprises within our communities that we know nothing about. But when little-known organizations have…
Richard Nelson: Does national motto — ‘In God We Trust’ — belong in our public schools?
Does the National Motto belong in public school? State Rep. Brandon Reed (R-Hodgenville) thinks so. He’s introducing a bill that…
Richard Nelson: Confidence in traditional mainstream media erodes; loss of credibility is a looming crisis
Our trust in the established news media continues to decline. A major culprit? “Fake news.” According to a Monmouth University poll…
Richard Nelson: Declaration of Independence worth celebrating, but what are we fighting for today?
It was 242 years ago when America’s colonial leaders declared their independence from a tyrant who trampled their rights and…
Richard Nelson: Supreme Court ruling in case of Colorado baker restores dignity to people of faith
The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a religious freedom victory to a Colorado baker who’s been through the legal wringer ever…
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…
Richard Nelson: Don’t allow consumerism to overshadow Christmas — keep real joy in it
Have you ever gotten the feeling that Christmas has become something that it was never meant to be? We’re pushed…
Richard Nelson: On sexual harassment, we need a cultural assessment, and each of us must stand up
Sexual harassment and allegations of abuse by high profile politicians is dominating the news and as distasteful the details and…
Richard Nelson: Instant Racing expansion will be a bust — pie-in-the-sky promises, economic bad bet
Churchill Downs and Keeneland announced a partnership to expand gambling into eastern and western Kentucky and promised they’ll “create hundreds…
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