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Matt Bevin Supports Eroding Coverage for Pre-Existing Conditions, Hospital Care, Prescription Drugs and Maternity Care

Bevin supports higher premiums and marketplace chaos for Kentuckians Bevin supports charging Kentuckians more based on age, health status and gender Last Friday, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin joined other Republicans and wealthy special interest groups in supporting the Association Health Plan (AHP) rule from the Department of Labor, which would open the door for insurance…

DGA Releases New Video: “Calls”

Today, the Democratic Governors Association released a new video, “Calls.” The video highlights Matt Bevin’s troubles to unite his party after barely garnering over 50 percent in the Republican primary as a sitting incumbent. Bevin has angered Tea Party leaders and is now openly feuding with his lieutenant governor. The family feud started earlier this…

DGA Launches New Website: BevinsBluegrassBlues.com

Digital hub informs Kentuckians about Gov. Matt Bevin’s failed record on jobs, education and health care Today, the Democratic Governors Association launched a new website: BevinsBluegrassBlues.com. The website acts as a digital clearinghouse for Kentuckians to learn about Matt Bevin’s failed record of stagnating economic growth, hurting public schools and decreasing access to health care.…

DGA Statement on Andy Beshear’s Primary Victory in Kentucky

Today, Democratic Governors Association Chair Gina Raimondo released the following statement on the results from Kentucky’s Democratic primary election for governor: “Congratulations to Attorney General Andy Beshear for winning the Democratic nomination for governor in Kentucky. Andy has spent his career fighting for Kentucky children and families to have a real path to prosperity. As…

DGA Statement on Kentucky GOP Gubernatorial Primary Results

Today, Democratic Governors Association Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement on the results from Kentucky’s GOP primary election for governor: “After barely eking it out of his own party’s primary as a sitting incumbent, Matt Bevin enters the general election damaged and deeply unpopular. Kentucky voters sent a resounding message tonight to Matt…

ICYMI: Bevin Mercilessly Booed at the Kentucky Derby

In case you missed it, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin was mercilessly booed during Derby weekend, not once, but twice. After being booed at the parade earlier in the day, Bevin received another chorus of boos while he presented the Kentucky Derby trophy winner. Brutal booing is not new to Matt Bevin. While trying to make…

Annnnd They’re Off: Bevin Lagging Behind The Pack Heading into Derby Weekend

Dem Challengers Outraised Bevin, Popularity and Scandals Weigh Down Reelection Bid The Derby might be on Saturday, but one horserace in Kentucky is already well underway and Gov. Matt Bevin is bringing up the rear. The candidates for governor recently released their fundraising reports and every major Democratic candidate has raised more than Bevin, the…

Herald-Leader: “Bevin Spoke at Hillbilly Days This Weekend. The Crowd Wouldn’t Stop Booing.”

In case you missed it, Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin delivered his re-election pitch at Hillbilly Days, an annual political tradition, and was met by a chorus of boos from the crowd. America’s least popular incumbent was “particularly politically isolated” this week, drawing Republican ire for his recent veto of a pension bill. Known for his…

WATCH: Bevin Running Mate Scandal Drags Down Reelection Effort

“This isn’t the first time [Alvarado’s] name has come up with some sketchy allegations” “He is the exact example of what you don’t want in politicians.” The brewing scandal around Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin’s running mate, state Sen. Ralph Alvarado, doesn’t look like it’s going away anytime soon. The Courier Journal reported earlier this week…

Bevin Accuses Kentucky Schoolchildren of “Getting Soft” Because of Cold Weather School Closings

“We’re sending messages to our young people that if life is hard you can curl up in the fetal position.” Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin is back in the headlines again for his latest in a long list of bizarre and out-of-touch comments. As communities across the country are hunkered down during a life-threatening cold spell, Bevin’s…

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