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What They’re Saying About Bevin’s Trainwreck Week

Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin can’t seem to catch a break. His Lt. Gov. Jenean Hampton put out a statement lambasting Bevin’s chief of staff for authorizing the firings of her staff members without her permission. Now, Matt Bevin’s Secretary of Health and Family Services may have broken the law to defend Matt Bevin trying to…

Hampton Fires Back Against Bevin’s ‘Partisan Hack’ Chief of Staff

Lt. Gov. Hampton: “I am not surprised by the false allegations and character attacks which have ensued” GOP family feud has pulled in Senators McConnell, Paul This past Father’s Day weekend, Matt Bevin’s chief of staff Blake Brickman admitted he is responsible for the mysterious firings of Lt. Gov. Jenean Hampton’s staffers sixteen days after…

ICYMI: KY Lieutenant Governor Staffer Was Investigating Matt Bevin Before She Was Fired

In case you missed it, Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jenean Hampton’s deputy chief of staff was investigating who in the Bevin administration was responsible for her colleague’s suspicious dismissal and was then fired. This news is the latest in the ongoing feud between Gov. Matt Bevin and Lt. Gov. Hampton. The Bevin administration has a pattern…

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…

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