Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has confirmed that he is considering a 2028 presidential run, a prospect that could provide a much-needed boost to the Democratic party’s future. Beshear’s appeal lies in his popularity as a Democratic governor in a red state, appealing to moderates and independents. His term ends in December 2027, allowing for a potential presidential campaign. Potential rivals include Pete Buttigieg and Gavin Newsom.
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Proposed Republican Medicaid cuts, totaling $880 billion over a decade, are projected to have devastating consequences. These cuts, vehemently opposed by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, would disproportionately harm children, the elderly, and rural healthcare access. A Center for American Progress analysis estimates over 34,000 annual deaths as a result. Governor Beshear believes these cuts will significantly damage Republican support, even among their own constituents.
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I never really expected a ruby-red state like Kentucky to make such a progressive move, but Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear banning the use of ‘conversion therapy’ on minors with an executive order is truly a step in the right direction. This widely discredited practice, which aims to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity through counseling, has long-lasting detrimental effects on those subjected to it. It’s appalling that efforts to enact a state law banning this practice repeatedly failed in the Republican-dominated legislature. Kudos to Governor Beshear for using his executive powers to protect children from this harmful practice.
Conversion therapy goes against all scientific evidence, and practitioners who push religion and pseudoscience under the guise of ‘ex-gay’ therapy are causing more harm than good.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker