A thread on worker power in Kentucky
The KY Center for Economic Policy posted a thread on X/Twitter calling out the growing power of unions in Kentucky. This Labor Day weekend, it’s time to celebrate Unions in Kentucky!
Is Trumpism a cult? You decide.
For years now, we’ve been using the word “cult” to describe Trumpism and Trumpists. It’s an interesting pejorative, but is it accurate? A recent poll from CBS News, plus other recent events, may shed some light on that question.
An interview with Michael Bowman
Michael Bowman is running for Kentucky Treasurer this fall, and in this interview, we learn why he is the obvious choice for the role.
Kentucky climate risk: The series
This is the home page for our series on climate risk in Kentucky. Each article in the series will link from this page.
Our state’s climate change risk, by counties
Now that we have laid out the risk to each of our counties from climate change, it’s time to paint the overall picture. What is our overall risk level?
The risk of extreme heat in Kentucky due to climate change
The heat is coming – of that there is no doubt. Are we preparing? Are we even thinking about it?
The risk of wind damage in Kentucky due to climate change
When looking at the climate crisis, it is rare to get good news. But when it comes to the risk of wind damage in our state, we get some of that rare good news.
An interview with Buddy Wheatley, candidate for SOS
Buddy Wheatley is the Democratic candidate for KY Secretary of State in this fall's election. In this interview, we talk about why he's running, what he hopes to accomplish, and what sets him apart from his opponent, the current SOS Michael Adams. Watch or listen and learn more about Buddy Wheatley!
Al Cross on why we should care about a little newspaper in Kansas
Kentucky Journalism Hall-of-Famer Al Cross weighs in on the police raid on the weekly newspaper in Kansas, why all Kentuckians should pay attention to it, and the reason we need a free press.
The risk of wildfires in Kentucky due to climate change
Most of Kentucky is not facing a serious risk of wildfires. But some parts of the state definitely are. So the question is: Are we ready?
The risk of flooding in Kentucky due to climate change
The first in a series of five articles on climate change risk in Kentucky. The series will be available to only our paying members until Tuesday, August 22nd.
An inspiring interview with Colonel Pam Stevenson
Stevenson is a retired colonel, a state rep, an ordained minister, and one of the most inspiring and passionate persons we’ve ever interviewed. Enjoy the interview, then plan to vote for her!
The most chilling statement in the Trump indictment
It’s one sentence in a 45-page document. But it says so much. Pay attention to it.
