Missouri General Assembly puts two constitutional amendments on the Nov. 3 ballot Welcome to the Thursday, May 21, 2026, Brew. Ballotpedia · May 21
For these Republicans, the ‘war on woke’ starts at home Republicans have in recent years waged a “war on woke,” hammering Democrats who embrace progressive policies on race, sexuality and gender. Now they are using the term to beat up on each other. In some of this year’s most bitter House and Senate primaries, Republicans are seeking to paint their… Roll Call · Apr 6
Jack Dorsey Throws His Support Behind Thomas Massie for President — But Trump Has Other Plans Tech titan Jack Dorsey backed Thomas Massie for president, igniting online debate. Massie deflected the offer, preferring Congress. Meanwhile, Donald Trump endorsed Massie's challenger Ed Gallrein, calling Massie a 'LOSER'. International Business Times UK · Oct 20, 2025
In Kentucky, Trump and McConnell cast shadow over Senate race - Roll Call Looming over the Republican primary for Kentucky’s open Senate seat are two defining party figures — Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell. Roll Call · Aug 5, 2025
Kentucky Rep. Andy Barr enters race to succeed Mitch McConnell - Roll Call Kentucky Republican Rep. Andy Barr on Tuesday jumped into the race to succeed retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell. Roll Call · Apr 22, 2025
Daniel Cameron Criticizes Mcconnell, Embraces Trump In Senate Race Republican Senate candidate Daniel Cameron challenges mentor Mitch McConnell, aligns with Trump's agenda in Kentucky GOP race. Top News · Feb 25, 2025
Kentucky Republicans Vie For Mcconnell's Senate Seat In 2026 Explore the competitive race for Mitch McConnell's Senate seat in Kentucky with notable candidates from both parties. Top News · Feb 21, 2025
The Republicans Who Are Best Suited to Take Over Mitch McConnell's Senate Seat Next Year McConnell announced his decision to not seek re-election in 2026, leaving room for GOP figures to launch campaigns to replace him. Latin Times · Feb 20, 2025
Mitch McConnell says he won't seek an eighth term in 2026 - Roll Call Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving party leader in Senate history, will not seek reelection in 2026, the senator announced Thursday. Roll Call · Feb 20, 2025
Who is Andy Beshear, the Kentucky governor who could be Harris’s vice-presidential pick? Beshear has the highest approval rating of any Democratic governor in the country, which is astounding in a red state The Guardian - US · Aug 4, 2024
Desperate Lyme patients lack answers Gaslit and misunderstood, patients with chronic Lyme disease are calling for greater recognition of their disease Salon · Dec 31, 2023
Pregnant woman in Kentucky sues for the right to get an abortion A pregnant woman in Kentucky has filed a lawsuit demanding the right to an abortion, the second legal challenge in days to sweeping abortion bans that have taken hold in more than a dozen U.S. states since Roe v. Wade was overturned last year The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2023
Woman in Beshear abortion ad discusses motivation, reaction to it A conversation with a central Kentucky college student who took part in a hard-hitting ad about abortion in the 2023 governor's campaign. WEKU · Nov 27, 2023
Republicans Blow Another Opportunity At the Ballot Box Abortion and the shadow of Donald Trump hobble GOP prospects. Reason · Nov 10, 2023
WEKU · Nov 9, 2023 Longtime political journalist says Trump, Christie blame claims about KY governor’s race aren’t Former President Donald Trump’s assistance wasn’t enough to carry Attorney General Daniel Cameron across the finish line Tuesday. Two days before the election, Trump said his support boosted Cameron by 25 points. The day after the election, Trump said the McConnell connection was too much to overcome, while presidential candidate…
The Conversation · Nov 9, 2023 Abortion rights victories show this issue is unlikely to fade in 2024 elections − 3 things to know Abortion rights advocates won major victories in several state elections on Nov. 7, 2023, signaling that abortion laws are likely to continue to play an important role in the 2024 elections.
The Guardian - US · Nov 9, 2023 Republicans beware: hostility to abortion stands to haunt Trump’s party in 2024 The party-induced demise of Roe may keep the Republicans from returning to power for another four years
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 8, 2023 Republicans still don’t get it: Most Americans support abortion rights It’s especially difficult to “soften” messaging when Republicans have been suggesting barbaric, regressive and punitive ideas like jailing — and even killing! — women who have abortions.
The Guardian - US · Nov 8, 2023 This election shows Democrats are not doomed after all A recent poll prophesied doom and gloom for Democrats. Then Americans voted for Democrats and progressive policies
The Guardian - US · Nov 8, 2023 Real people, real votes boost Biden’s hopes on night of Democratic wins Election victories in Virginia and Kentucky and an abortion vote in Ohio give welcome boost to president after bruising opinion polls
The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023 What off-year election wins mean for Democrats and Biden heading into 2024 Analysis: The election results were largely favourable to Democrats, with the exception of Mississippi
The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023 Trump blames the ‘stench of McConnell’ for Republican candidate’s defeat Former president endorsed Republican Daniel Cameron for Kentucky governor earlier this year
Salon · Nov 8, 2023 Fox & Friends wrestle with election loss The hosts appeared surprised by the series of GOP defeats on Tuesday
The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023 Chris Christie blames Trump ‘poison’ for GOP election losses ‘Let’s face it, Donald Trump is political and electoral poison down ballot,’ Christie says
Salon · Nov 8, 2023 The GOP can't fool voters on abortion In Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia, polls showed Americans will turn out to protect reproductive rights