Kentucky Democratic Party

Kentucky Democratic Party Raises Almost $58K in March

Todd Hatton and The Associated Press — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:50:26 +0000

The Kentucky State Democratic Executive Committee has reported that it raised nearly $58,000 in March. That's according to paperwork filed with the Federal Election Commission last week.

The organization has been filing monthly reports with the FEC, disclosing its fundraising and spending. The latest report, which covers a period from March 1 through March 31, shows disbursements of nearly $62,000. It also shows the organization has just less than $42,000 remaining in the bank.

Beau Biden to Speak at Kentucky Democrats' Annual Dinner

Kenny Colston (KPR) — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:42:51 +0000

Kentucky Democrats are bringing in a well-connected out-of-state politician to headline their annual state dinner.

Campaign Ads From 3 Democratic Groups Contested For Inaccuracies

Kenny Colston (KPR) — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 17:59:24 +0000

The campaign for control of the state House has taken a nasty turn, with radio and TV ads being pulled because of inaccuracies. Republicans have successfully knocked radio ads attacking their candidates off the air in the Bardstown and Mayfield areas. And they are working on getting TV ads in Lexington pulled down as well. The areas where the ads were pulled are considered hot spots for state legislative races, where either the GOP or Democrats are hoping to win seats.

No Kentuckians to speak at Democratic National Convention

Kenny Colston (KPR) — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:37:36 +0000

Unlike their GOP counterparts, zero Kentucky officials will take the main stage to speak at this week’s Democratic National Convention. Last week, Republicans heard from three Kentuckians at their convention: Senators Mitch McConnell and Rand Paul and congressional candidate Andy Barr. University of Louisville political science professor Dewey Clayton says Republicans extended their arms to Kentucky speakers, most notably Paul, to bolster up Mitt Romney’s support with the tea party crowd. Clayton says Democrats don’t need Kentucky officials to speak because they know Presi

Observers says Gay Marriage Plank in DNC Platform Won't Likely Affect Kentucky Democrats

Kenny Colston (KPR) — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 17:52:26 +0000

The push to add support for gay marriage to the national Democratic platform this year is unlikely to affect elected officials in Kentucky.

Following President Barack Obama's recent statement in support of same-sex marriage, political observers expect the party to change the platform at this year's Democratic convention.

Kentucky Democrats Focus on the General Assembly

Kenny Colston (KPR) — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 21:26:01 +0000

With no statewide races on the ballot this year, the Kentucky Democratic Party is focusing its efforts on the General Assembly.