Comparing Frankfort, Kentucky and Jackson, Mississippi doesn’t make much sense when it comes to discussing President Barack Obama’s hunt for votes in the south. Since Kentucky isn’t really the south. [The Economist] The wife of DeWayne Bunch will replace her husband in the December 20 special election. Democrats say they’re not picking a candidate because [...]

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Jerry Abramson didn’t spend $180,000 out of his fancy discretionary fund. Turns out he spent some $214,000. And you know what? Receipts for what the money was spent on are essentially non-existent. So no wonder Matt Erwin at the KDP lost his shiz last week. [C-J/AKN] Activists are calling for stronger enforcement of the Clean [...]

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Want a copy of Rand Paul’s new book about the Tea Party and his ascension to Jim Bunning’s former U.S. Senate seat? Then enter to win. I’ve got buncha copies to give away. [Page One] HAHAHA, oh, my. “Phil Harmon” got an endorsement instead of Phil Moffett. Guess those Take Back Kentucky folks really know [...]

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Earlier this morning I questioned the Elmo Greer campaign finance scandal involving Steve Henry, Ernie Fletcher and Anne Northup. Tom Loftus had a great story about it all. Unfortunately, I’m hearing that Loftus hasn’t heard the full story from the money launderers and their attorneys. Turns out – according to sources in both state and [...]

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Haha, so, funny story… senile Jim Bunning was the only senator to skip the health care vote. Because he had “family commitments.” [Amanda Vanbenshoten] The Kentucky Division of Abandoned Mine Lands received $37.6 million in federal funding. The mega cash will be used to finance abandoned mine land reclamation. [Press Release] Will the big tent [...]

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So much for honesty, right? Thought we’d share: “Over the past 3 years, I have become increasingly concerned with the leadership of our country, including our Congressional Representative in the 3 District. After long discussions with family and friends over the issues facing our community, I made the decision to run for Congress. As such, [...]

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It’s the Final Day of the Golden B.S. Award nominations. Make your suggestions for each category ASAP because the process will come to a close in just a day or so. [Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 4, Day 5, Day 6, Day 7, Day 8, Day 9 & The Final Day] Matthew Barzun [...]

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Jerry Abramson said Robin Webb will win the State Senate seat. I think Jerry Abramson should go campaign for her. [Bluegrass Politics] The Herald-Leader staff have archived all the speeches from Fancy Farm 2009. [Bluegrass Politics] Coal appreciation day was held Saturday. Did anyone go? What went down? [WKYT] Good on Greg Stumbo for hosting [...]

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Thank goodness we will NOT be there in the heat, humidity and sickening aroma of dead pig. Don’t forget the Golden B.S. Awards. Make your nominations for each category today! [Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 & Day 4] How cute. Now Mitch McConnell is accusing Democrats of trying to kill old people. [AP] Nope, [...]

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Remember last year when Anne Northup and other Ensure-loving Louisville Republicans had a fancy picnic or whatever? No? Well, it’s that time again! Literally tens of people will show up to drink Ensure and eat delicious ambrosia salad and cream of wheat this Saturday at 2:00 at Christian Academy of Louisville. This year Trey Grayson, [...]

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