WHAS11 Louisville, Kentucky and Indiana News

Sat Oct 31 20:13:17 PDT 2009 by Joe Arnold

Pardon Our Mess -- political blog continues with new website design

The WHAS11 Political Blog is alive and kicking, but the new design of WHAS11.com is causing a few hiccups. Thanks for your questions and loyalty.

Mon Nov 02 20:54:34 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Beshear sags, Obama surges in new WHAS11/Survey USA poll of Kentuckians

Though majority of Kentuckians still disapprove of President Barack Obama's job performance, he has closed the gap while Governor Steve Beshear has dipped into negative territory.

Tue Nov 03 08:29:49 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Will a third candidate enter GOP Senate primary?

Rumblings that if Trey Grayson's campaign does not catch fire soon, another Republican might enter the GOP primary....

Tue Nov 03 15:15:23 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Survey USA: Rand Paul surges for GOP, Mongiardo maintains lead in Dem. race

The surprise story of the 2010 U.S. Senate race in Kentucky is no longer a surprise. Opthlamologist Rand Paul has pulled into a virtual dead heat with Secretary of State Trey Grayson.

Tue Nov 03 18:52:34 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Senate campaigns have mixed reaction to WHAS11/Survey USA poll

The Jack Conway Senate campaign says their internal polls do not match the WHAS11 poll. Other major candidates find positives in survey.

Thu Nov 05 11:48:35 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Conway push poll shows a 28 point swing compared to WHAS11 poll

The Jack Conway Senate campaign says their internal polls do not match the WHAS11 poll. Other major candidates find positives in survey.

Thu Nov 05 11:58:50 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Grayson touts conservative message after GOP wins in VA and NJ

Republican Secretary of State Trey Grayson is appealing to Kentucky conservatives after signs of a conservative tide in elections elsewhere.

Thu Nov 05 12:20:23 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Analysis: KY GOP Senate fight highlights bigger battle within Republican Party

Kentucky may become the next battleground in the war over the ideological soul of the Republican Party.

Fri Nov 06 11:43:28 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Republican rift reverberates (WHAS11 Political Blog)

Rand Paul's campaign says there's "Big trouble in RINO-land." RINO = Republican In Name Only, conservatives' way of disparaging moderate Republicans.

Fri Nov 06 11:50:08 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Rand Paul in the 'Ville Saturday

For the first time since the WHAS11/Survey USA poll showed Rand Paul at least tied with Trey Grayson in the GOP Senate primary, the Bowling Green opthamologist appears in Louisville Saturday at his own Health Care Town Hall.

Sat Nov 07 15:57:26 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

"Blue Dog" Baron Hill sticking with Dems on health care overhaul

Southern Indiana Congressman Baron HIll (D) tells the Wall Street Journal he will vote for the Democrats' health care overhaul

Tue Nov 10 07:16:36 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Who is Rand Paul? One-one-one tonight on WHAS11

He's taken a slim lead in the GOP U-S Senate primary, but much of Kentucky doesn't know who he is.

Wed Nov 11 15:52:19 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Paul won't commit to McConnell as Republican Leader

In a wide ranging interview with Joe Arnold at WHAS11 in Louisville, Republican Senate candidate Rand Paul disclosed that he has reached out for a meeting with Kentucky senior Senator Mitch McConnell, but he would not commit to supporting McConnell as Republican Leader.

Wed Nov 11 19:37:52 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Grayson hammers Paul, pledges support for McConnell

Responding to a Rand Paul interview posted on the WHAS11 Political Blog, Republican primary rival Trey Grayson is pledging unequivocal support for Kentucky's Mitch McConnnell as Republican Leader in the U.S. Senate.

Wed Nov 11 20:06:59 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

AP's Alford asks the experts about Paul chances

The Associated Press' Roger Alford dissects the Rand Paul campaign.

Thu Nov 12 15:01:25 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

(WHAS Political Blog) Grayson and Paul trade barbs in McConnell flap

Republican rivals Trey Grayson and Rand Paul discuss allegiance to U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell as a factor in their Senate race.

Thu Nov 12 20:54:28 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

(Political Blog) With Conway wealth tied to natural gas, Mongairdo asks "what about coal?"

The Senate campaign of KY Lt. Gov. Daniel Mongiardo says rival Jack Conway's investment in a natural gas company undercuts Conway's support of Kentucky coal.

Fri Nov 13 06:29:02 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Rand Paul campaign: Grayson providing "comic relief"

In the latest salvo in the Kentucky's U.S. Senate GOP primary, the Rand Paul campaign calls Trey Grayson interview with WHAS11, "bizarre."

Fri Nov 13 07:25:22 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Hello, My Name Is: Mitch and Rand meet for the first time

How much of an upstart is Rand Paul's candidacy for Kentucky's open U.S. Senate seat? Until Thursday, he had never met Kentucky's senior senator, Mitch McConnell.

Sun Nov 15 20:38:06 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Paul/McConnell part deux

After the McConnell non-endorsement flap, WHAS11 asks Rand Paul if he would like to change his answer

Mon Nov 16 14:35:06 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

McCain calls Palin "competitive" in 2012, Kentuckiana says don't run

70% of Kentuckiana residents say Sarah Palin should not run for President, but her former running mate says she would be "very competitive."

Tue Nov 17 14:12:54 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

U.S. Senate: Grayson confident, but Bailey could enter race

Already fending off a Republican primary challenge from upstart Rand Paul, U.S. Senate candidate Trey Grayson might get more company as GOP stalwart Cathy Bailey tells WHAS11 News she is watching the race "closely."

Wed Nov 18 11:21:34 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Mongiardo/Conway spar over personal investments

Here are news releases from both campaigns as they squabble over how a candidate's personal investments reflect on the candidate and his commitment to particular issues.

Wed Nov 18 11:40:29 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Democrat Boswell's decision aids GOP's Guthrie's reelection

By deciding to stay in the KY Senate, Democrat David Boswell takes himself out of the running for the 4th District Congressional seat he lost to Republican Brett Guthrie in 2008.

Wed Nov 18 20:40:17 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Grayson starts petition against terrorist trials in U.S.

KY U.S. Senate candidate Trey Grayson has launched an online petition against the Justice Department's decision to conduct some terrorist trials in the U.S., as opposed to military courts at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

Wed Nov 18 20:55:32 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Rand Paul lays down debate gauntlet for Grayson

Saying Trey Grayson is "behind in the polls and attacking me almost daily in the media," Rand Paul is challenging Grayson to a GOP primary debate.

Wed Nov 18 21:13:21 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

(Blog) McConnell "masterful" at rallying GOP vs. health care overhaul

A glowing piece in Roll Call (subscription required) credits Kentucky's Mitch McConnell with keeping Republicans on message and cohesive in fight to defeat the Obama health care overhaul.

Tue Nov 24 13:37:18 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

LMPD reveals use of GPS tracking, sometimes without a warrant

GPS Tracking devices are being used by Louisville Metro Police on the vehicles of some suspects, at times without a court order. The warrantless tracking raises concerns about whether such use is constitutional, according to a leading criminal law professor.

Tue Nov 24 09:51:20 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

(Blog) Beshear and Obama dip in poll

The nation's and state's top Democrats are not getting good marks by Kentucky voters.

Wed Nov 25 14:27:04 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Senate candidates give Thanksgiving

The major U.S. Senate candidates in Kentucky mix politics with Thanksgiving in messages sent to supporters.

Tue Dec 01 14:06:15 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

H1N1 reports down, but UofL Professor says "not so fast"

Amid reports that the Swine Flu Pandemic is waning, an assistant professor at the University of Louisville warns that a third wave is likely, and soon.

Fri Dec 04 19:18:24 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

JCTC makes new offer to Wayside

Negotiations continue between Wayside Christian Mission and Jefferson Community and Technical College for the Hotel Louisville property adjacent to the college on East Broadway.

Tue Dec 08 08:59:01 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Political Blog Update: Back in action

A family medical crisis has kept me from the blog for the last couple of weeks. In an effort to play catch-up, Here's the first (and maybe last) edition of Joe Tuesday, in which I spill the contents of my notebooks and inbox.

Wed Dec 09 00:09:16 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Hold your horses, GOP bucks Democrats in KY

Republicans held on to a critical seat in the Kentucky Senate and gained one seat in the House in special elections Tuesday.

Wed Dec 09 10:57:04 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

The Gator has landed, Strong now in Louisville

The private jet carrying soon to be announced Cardinal Football Coach Charlie Strong and AD Tom Jurich has landed at Louisville International Airport. Watch the news conference LIVE on WHAS11.com at 4:00 p.m.

Wed Dec 09 11:16:43 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

McConnell links Higdon win to national outrage at Democrats

Jimmy Higdon's Kentucky Senate victory took center stage on the floor of the U.S. Senate Wednesday as Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell argued that Higdon's win represents national public opinion against the Democratic health care overhaul.

Wed Dec 09 20:13:13 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Conway campaign hires bedevil Mongiardo spokesman

New staff members of Jack Conway's U.S. Senate campaign have both his campaign and rival Dan Mongiardo's campaign talking.

Thu Dec 10 04:15:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

KY's Guthrie finds voice in jobs debate

U.S. Rep Brett Guthrie (R-KY) is citing the struggles of his family's business to illustrate the Republican approach to job creation.

Thu Dec 10 09:30:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

JCPS Supreme Court case echoing in Chicago

U.S. Rep Brett Guthrie (R-KY) is citing the struggles of his family's business to illustrate the Republican approach to job creation.

Thu Dec 10 20:04:49 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

(Political Blog) Paul and Grayson both basking in GOP's Higdon Senate win

The frontrunning candidates in Kentucky's Republican U.S. Senate primary both see general election success for the GOP after Jimmy Higdon's state senate victory in the special election this week.

Fri Dec 11 04:05:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Rex and his service to veterans, immortalized

The current and future VA Medical Center in Louisville will be renamed in memory of World War I-era veteran Robley Rex, and in honor of his service to veterans.

Fri Dec 11 09:00:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Rhymes with "No," group aims at evicting Congressmen

GOOOH holds its first meeting in Louisville, Saturday Dec. 12

Fri Dec 11 05:25:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Bacon alert: Yarmuth brings home nearly $3m

U.S. Rep. John Yarmuth gains House appropriations for several Louisville efforts.

Fri Dec 11 14:00:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

More surprises in store in GOP Senate primary?

Little known Republican candidate Bill Johnson says his internal polling shows him within striking distance in the GOP U.S. Senate primary.

Sun Dec 13 21:57:49 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

King to call for LMPD changes, gang unit

Jim King is questioning some strategies of LMPD Chief Robert White.

Mon Dec 14 08:05:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

GOP's Johnson makes case for his candidacy

Rand Paul may have company. Another upstart candidate says he has a legitimate shot in the GOP U.S. Senate primary

Mon Dec 14 15:52:49 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

830 new jobs planned for GE's Appliance Park

Bucking double-digit unemployment rates and sagging American manufacturing, General Electric now plans 830 new jobs in Louisville.

Mon Dec 14 22:15:59 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Paul vs. Grayson UofL debate up in the air

Kentucky's GOP Senate Primary campaigns are squaring off about debates even before the candidates debate.

Mon Dec 14 21:33:40 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Rand Paul to file for Senate, bring Dad to town

Rand Paul will file for the U.S. Senate race December 30 and will bring his Congressman father to Louisville one month later.

Mon Dec 14 21:47:49 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

KEEP vows to keep up the fight for slots

One week after their preferred candidate lost a key election, expanded gambling advocates say they will work extra hard to pass legislation critical to Kentucky's industry.

Tue Dec 15 07:52:51 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

UofL College Republicans respond to blog on debate

The chairman of the U of L Republicans says the group is defending the group's news release that challenged Trey Grayson to debate Rand Paul.

Tue Dec 15 14:32:26 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Is manufacturing on the rebound in Louisville?

With at least 830 new positions at General Electric and about 2,000 jobs added at Louisville Assembly Plant with a new flex manufacturing line in 2011, thousands of local manufacturing jobs are expected within the next several years.

Tue Dec 15 21:43:29 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Today could be pivotal in GOP Senate primary

The success or failure of a Rand Paul "moneybomb" today (Dec. 16) could set the course for the rest of the GOP U.S. Senate primary race.

Wed Dec 16 16:09:14 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Paul Moneybomb tops $175,000 so far

Rand Paul's campaign manager had hoped an Internet moneybomb would raise $700,000 in one day, Wednesday. With six hours left, $177,000 is still nothing to sneeze at.

Thu Dec 17 04:31:13 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Moneybomb a bomb? Or da bomb?

Rand Paul's fundraising numbers puts pressure on rival Trey Grayson and Paul, himself.

Thu Dec 17 23:29:10 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

1 day after Moneybomb, a blow-up in the Rand Paul campaign

Rand Paul's fundraising numbers puts pressure on rival Trey Grayson and Paul, himself.

Fri Dec 18 13:04:47 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Amid controversy, Rand Paul on Glenn Beck show today

One day after firing campaign spokesman Christopher Hightower in a controversy involving racist statements and satanic music, Rand Paul appears on Glenn Beck.

Fri Dec 18 13:21:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Paul/Grayson now feud over 9/11 questions

One day after Senate hopeful Rand Paul fired spokesman Christopher Hightower because of a controversy stirred by a racist statement left on Hightower's MySpace account, Paul is deflecting questions about whether he agrees with Hightower's 9/11 views.

Mon Dec 21 13:56:58 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Paul's stocking stuffer is new poll vs. Grayson

Public Policy Polling reports Rand Paul remains competitive in Kentucky's GOP U-S Senate primary.

Mon Dec 21 23:04:54 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Jim King says stop campaigning for Christmas

Here's the holiday message from Louisville mayoral candidate Jim King.

Mon Dec 21 23:10:46 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

McConnell & Bunning rail against health care overhaul

Here are the statements released by U.S. Senators Mitch McConnell and Jim Bunning after the Democrats' health care bill moved toward passage in the U.S. Senate....

Mon Dec 21 23:30:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Grayson talking horses for Christmas

Here are the holiday greetings from the Trey Grayson campaign

Tue Dec 22 09:04:30 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Eyepopping Senate poll: Paul & Conway take the lead

Here are the holiday greetings from the Trey Grayson campaign

Wed Dec 23 06:25:23 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Guthrie files for reelection

Freshman Republican predict GOP success in 2010.

Wed Dec 23 06:30:11 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

New Senate poll questioned... developing

Public Policy Polling gave Rand Paul a big lead and showed a virtual tie between Jack Conway and Dan Mongiardo, but how accurate is it?

Wed Dec 23 08:26:57 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Dems debate soundness of new Senate poll in KY

The Mongiardo campaign pokes holes in a new poll which erases the lead Dan Mongiardo enjoyed over Jack Conway. Conway calls the poll an "early Christmas present"

Wed Dec 23 23:58:04 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Baileys set up visitation, memorial after tragic fire kills 2 boys

A memorial service is set for Tuesday after the Christmas morning fire that killed Irv and Cathy Bailey's two grandchildren.

Mon Dec 28 21:13:04 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

$2.6 million in federal dollars heading for U of L

One of several news items I missed during my Christmas break.

Mon Dec 28 21:37:00 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Rand Paul's week in review/preview

Some of the stories that I missed while on Christmas break included several updates from the Rand Paul Senate campaign.

Mon Dec 28 21:46:21 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Tyler Allen claims Mondays in mayoral race

Louisville mayoral candidate Tyler Allen is taking his campaign to live web TV, hosting a chat every Monday.

Mon Dec 28 21:56:18 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Election for Higdon's seat set for February 2

What a domino effect; For the second time in the last few months, a Kentucky House seat vacated when a representative won a special election for Senate will now have a special election to fill the seat vacated by the new senator....

Mon Dec 28 22:09:51 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Johnson: Rand Paul "extreme," not like Kentucky's Reagan Republicans

Conservative Kentucky businessman and GOP Senate hopeful Bill Johnson is attacking Rand Paul and Ron Paul's "Libertarian extremism"

Tue Dec 29 07:13:37 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

IN-9: GOP's Young bashes White House support of Hill

With White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel set to appear at a fundraiser for U.S. Rep Baron Hill (D-IN), GOP hopeful Todd Young says Hill has abandoned conservative "Blue Dog" principles and is "on Rahm Emanuel's leash now."

Tue Dec 29 07:44:45 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

GOP Senate primary: pressure mounts as year ends

While the Democratic Senate challengers were expected to provide the most intriguing primary contest of 2010 in Kentucky, 2009 ends with the Republican contest very much up in the air.

Tue Dec 29 08:03:21 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Fire investigation focuses on three rooms of Bailey house

While the Democratic Senate challengers were expected to provide the most intriguing primary contest of 2010 in Kentucky, 2009 ends with the Republican contest very much up in the air.

Tue Dec 29 19:03:16 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Conway: last 48 hours of 2009 "critical to campaign"

Most candidates won't report their 4th quarter fundraising results for weeks, but the individual campaigns know that campaign cash is not only important for practical reasons, but the 4th quarter results also suggest the health of each campaign.

Tue Dec 29 22:20:07 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Williams: Beshear's "coup" attempt will hurt him in 2010

Bad blood in Frankfort.

Tue Dec 29 22:31:03 PST 2009 by Joe Arnold

Yarmuth aide filing for state senate race

Marty Meyer aims to challenge the highest ranking Jefferson County Republican in Frankfort, Senator Dan Seum.

Mon Jan 04 15:22:01 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

911 tweets prompt MetroSafe questions

MetroSafe officials in Louisville believe one of its employees is behind a Twitter account that criticized and poked fun at 911 callers.

Mon Jan 04 22:35:39 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Parker bows out of KY Congressional race

The Jefferson County nurse released a statement Monday night, saying with "angst" she was pulling out of the race.

Tue Jan 05 08:27:56 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Should 911 operator get in trouble over Twitter account?

My story Monday about a Twitter account presumably set up by a MetroSafe employee that included commentary about her 911 calls has triggered a lot of talk. I would like to hear from you and your opinion on the case.

Tue Jan 05 15:24:55 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

MetroSafe taking action after 911 Twitter account surfaces

MetroSafe officials in Louisville say they are taking action after a WHAS11 News report uncovered a 911 operator's Twitter account, called "funny911calls."

Wed Jan 06 11:16:43 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Rand Paul not hiring consultant, is getting endorsement

Clarifying reports elsewhere in the blogosphere, the Rand Paul campaign says it is not hiring Mike Huckabee's former campaign manager. Paul also received the Gun Owners of America endorsement today.

Wed Jan 06 18:50:57 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

WHAS11 Exclusive: High-tech launch to Grayson campaign

Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson will launch his U.S. Senate campaign January 14, with formal paperwork followed by a live video webcast to supporters across the Commonwealth.

Thu Jan 07 21:07:02 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Johnson strains to let his GOP voice be heard in KY

In an election year primed by healthcare town meeting outrage and Tea Party activism, conservative voices are resonating. In Kentucky's GOP Senate race, will Bill Johnson's conservative message be heard amid frontrunners Trey Grayson and Rand Paul?

Thu Jan 07 21:30:18 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

In one year, Louisville lost 17,400 jobs

The latest report from Kentucky's Education and Workforce Development Cabinet shows an uptick in jobs, but the recovery has a long way to go.

Fri Jan 08 01:30:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Conway pressed to challenge "sweetheart" deal

Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway could opt not to join a challenge to a sweetheart deal in the healthcare overhaul, and thereby stay true to Democrats, including some national Democrats who have contributed to his campaign.

Fri Jan 08 01:45:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mongiardo, Paul roll out endorsements

Former Kentucky Governor Julian Carroll is backing Lt. Gov. Daniel Mongiardo in the Democratic primary, while former presidential candidate and flat-taxer Steve Forbes endorses Rand Paul in the GOP Senate primary.

Fri Jan 08 03:15:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Palin speaking in Louisville April 16

Former VP candidate and Alaska Governor Sarah Palin will speak at a Christian women's event at Louisville's Freedom Hall on April 16.

Fri Jan 08 02:45:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

As new Council Prez, Owen denies King

Former mayoral candidate Tom Owen is the new Louisville Metro Council President.

Fri Jan 08 08:00:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Can Rand Paul win over the religious right?

While political operatives are aflutter about whether Chip Saltsman was ever hired by Paul, the underlying message for me is that the Paul campaign is thinking about how the religious right is receiving Paul's message.

Fri Jan 08 09:03:41 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

New poll favors GOP in KY U.S. Senate race

A new Rasmussen Reports poll shows both Republican frontrunners defeating either Democrat frontrunner.

Fri Jan 08 09:07:38 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson agrees to at least five GOP primary debates

Just got this release from Nate Hodson at the Grayson campaign... will follow up with Rand Paul, Bill Johnson, etc.

Fri Jan 08 14:50:10 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mongiardo camp says Mongiardo can tap into conservative ire

The Daniel Mongiardo U-S Senate campaign says the Democrat is more "independent" than rival Jack Conway.

Sat Jan 09 15:23:59 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson, Paul spar over debates

It's a debate over debates in the Republican U.S. Senate primary in Kentucky.

Sun Jan 10 22:52:43 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

(Blog) Yarmuth filing for third term vs. no big names from GOP

It's a debate over debates in the Republican U.S. Senate primary in Kentucky.

Sun Jan 10 23:14:57 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Update: Bailey fire investigation and memorial

As two boys killed in a Christmas morning fire were memorialized, the fire cause and response by firefighters are checked.

Sun Jan 10 23:21:14 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

$200 mil motivation for lawmakers

The grant is due next week so Kentucky is moving quickly, a full vote by the state house is expected Monday after passing in committee Friday, the first order of business.

Mon Jan 11 06:20:08 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Rematch x 5? Sodrel plans run vs. Hill

In an e-mail to supporters overnight, former Congressman Mike Sodrel says he plans to reclaim the Congressional seat he has swapped with U.S. Rep. Baron Hill (D-IN) for a decade.

Mon Jan 11 06:33:58 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

GOP's Johnson enters debate fray

Debate over debate has another entry.

Mon Jan 11 22:03:34 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

1 on 1 with Mike Sodrel after campaign announcement

(WHAS11 Political Blog) Republican Mike Sodrel discusses his decision to run for Congress for a fifth time versus Baron Hill.

Mon Jan 11 22:14:56 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

McConnell to discuss trip to Afghanistan and Pakistan

As per custom for security reasons, we did not know U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell was Afghanistan and Pakistan until he was on the way back.

Tue Jan 12 02:15:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Yarmuth talks election, hands out money

John Yarmuth plans several more years in office.

Tue Jan 12 22:07:59 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

GOP hopeful Lally drums Yarmuth

Todd Lally is one of two Republicans campaigning to unseat Democrat Congressman John Yarmuth.

Tue Jan 12 22:28:02 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Tyler Allen enters mayor's race Wednesday

Todd Lally is one of two Republicans campaigning to unseat Democrat Congressman John Yarmuth.

Wed Jan 13 02:25:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Heiner strikes mayoral tone in council action

Metro Councilman Hal Heiner is seeking the Republican nomination for Louisville mayor vs. developer Chris Thieneman. Heiner is taking a very public stance on the LMPD take home car issue.

Tue Jan 12 23:05:49 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Bunning hits stride in last year in office

U.S. Jim Bunning is calling for action against Tim Geithener and/or the New York Fed.

Wed Jan 13 20:42:05 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Woman leads Jefferson County GOP, first in 28 years

Shellie May is the new "Chairman" of the Jefferson County Republican Party, replacing interim chair Jerry T. Miller who will now run for Hal Heiner's seat on the Metro Council.

Wed Jan 13 20:54:29 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Three way GOP primary for Heiner's Council seat

Hal Heiner's decision to run for mayor opened up the council seat in Republican eastern Jefferson County.

Wed Jan 13 20:58:25 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Indiana Lt. Gov: Only women need apply

Want your artwork to adorn the office of Indiana Lt. Governor Becky Skillman? You have to be a woman.

Thu Jan 14 01:35:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mongiardo reveals local coordinators for Senate campaign

Dan Mongiardo's campaign says it has lined up "over 500 political activists, elected officials and community leaders actively working at the local level to elect Mongiardo to the U.S. Senate."

Thu Jan 14 02:50:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

UofL "debate" a no go, Paul will solo

After Trey Grayson declines the invitation, Rand Paul will speak alone at an event sponsored by the College Republicans.

Thu Jan 14 03:05:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Owen carries out biggest duty of Council Prez

New Louisville Metro Council President Tom Owen has named the committees and leadership for 2010.

Thu Jan 14 03:15:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson to file for Senate race Thursday

New Louisville Metro Council President Tom Owen has named the committees and leadership for 2010.

Fri Jan 15 00:19:45 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Trey Grayson files for Senate; 1-on-1 with WHAS11's Joe Arnold

New Louisville Metro Council President Tom Owen has named the committees and leadership for 2010.

Fri Jan 15 00:30:59 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Dem Senate candidates rail against Wall Street

In nearly simultaneous news releases, Democrat U.S. Senate candidates Jack Conway and Daniel Mongiardo both call for more oversight of America's financial institutions.

Fri Jan 15 00:35:53 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

GOP Senate frontrunners pledge to repeal Obamacare

In competing campaign news releases, Republican frontrunners Rand Paul and Trey Grayson both pledge to work to overturn the Democrats health care overhaul.

Wed Jan 20 12:47:33 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Everyone wants an invite to the Tea Party

Even Before Scott Brown's victory in Massachusetts, Kentucky U.S. Senate candidates were trying to tap into voter anger as seen in the Tea Party movement.

Mon Jan 18 19:07:03 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Third candidate offers Rand Paul a debate

Johnson shut out of debate, but says he will not be shut out of Republican Senate primary.

Tue Jan 19 00:05:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Southern Indiana Congressional race firing up

Republicans are lining up to take a shot at Indiana's 9th Congressional District seat.

Tue Jan 19 13:05:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Massachusetts Senate race echo of 1994 KY race?

Republicans are drawing comparisons between today's U.S. Senate special election in Massacusetts and a special Congressional election in Kentucky 16 years ago.

Tue Jan 19 02:50:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Knock, knock. Rand's here

Rand Paul and supporters plan to knock on doors in Louisville in the hours before a rally at the Fairgrounds on January 30.

Tue Jan 19 03:00:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

In all Fairness, Mayoral candidates invited to forum

Fairness Campaign announces mayoral candidate forum with ten "social justice organizations."

Mon Jan 18 23:04:50 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Francene tribute

WHAS Radio host Francene Cucinello's death on Friday has inspired fitting tributes.

Tue Jan 19 11:49:19 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Jack Conway at 5:30pm tonight

Attorney General Jack Conway is officially launching his U.S. Senate campaign. Interview with WHAS11 airs at 5:30pm.

Tue Jan 19 11:58:47 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Tandy starts mayoral campaign on d-fense.

David Tandy's mayoral campaign says he will announce his candidacy and unveil a vision for Louisville on Thursday.

Tue Jan 19 12:20:31 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Former Jeff. Co. GOP chair will manage Hausman campaign

Brad Cummings is joining the congressional campaign of businessman Larry Hausman.

Tue Jan 19 12:40:49 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Lunsford considering late entry in mayor's race???

Brad Cummings is joining the congressional campaign of businessman Larry Hausman.

Tue Jan 19 14:49:08 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Conway set to enter Senate race as "independent" Democrat

Jack Conway files official paperwork on Wednesday to enter the U.S. Senate race.

Tue Jan 19 18:36:32 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson links Mass. win to Ky. campaign

Is the Massachusetts special election Republican upset a sign of things to come in Kentucky?

Tue Jan 19 19:51:14 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mass. Reax: Lally says Yarmuth in jeopardy

Republicans like Louisville congressional hopeful Todd Lally are hoping to ride the same wave that catapulted Scott Brown to victory in Massachusetts.

Wed Jan 20 08:12:45 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

McConnell: Brown win signals "course correction."

McConnell's Massachusetts Mandate: "The American people... are tired of bailouts. They’re tired of the government spending more than ever at a time when most people are spending less. And they don’t want the government taking over health care."

Wed Jan 20 09:44:25 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Upset special: Pollster in KY poll predicted Brown win

Public Policy Polling, which forecast the margin of victory for Republican Scott Brown in Massachusetts, is the same pollster which gave Rand Paul a huge lead in a December poll of Kentucky's GOP Senate primary.

Thu Jan 21 07:25:03 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Pence wooed to run against Bayh

Will Democrat Evan Bayh's reelection bid be challenged by Republican Congressman Mike Pence?

Thu Jan 21 08:01:39 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

New poll: Sodrel 49% - Hill 41%

A new poll indicates Southern Indiana's Baron Hill has his work cut out to win reelection this fall. Republican Mike Sodrel has the edge in the first public poll of what would be their FIFTH rematch.

Thu Jan 21 08:05:42 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Ron Lewis backing Trey Grayson in Senate race

Former Congressman Ron Lewis, whose special election victory in 1994 presaged the "Republican Revolution" that year, is backing Trey Grayson in the GOP U.S. Senate primary.

Thu Jan 21 08:48:59 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Paul says Grayson should not oversee election

Rand Paul is questioning whether Secretary of State would act fairly if overseeing his own Senate election.

Fri Jan 22 15:05:08 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

One year later, are voters believing in Obama's "change?"

WHAS11 spoke to local voters about the job performance of President Barack Obama. Democrat Lt. Gov. Dan Mongiardo says he would not want Obama to campaign with him.

Mon Jan 25 20:14:16 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Dems battle over who is the true independent, Democrat

With Democrats on the defensive nationally, Kentucky's U.S. Senate Democratic Party candidates are both claiming independence. But how far can Democrats lean away from the national party?

Mon Jan 25 20:22:41 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

KLC, KACo both targeted by Riggs

News release from State Representative Steve Riggs

Mon Jan 25 20:57:53 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Baron Hill's hold on seat slipping?

The Cook Political Report updates the Indiana 9th District race.

Mon Jan 25 22:32:37 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Will GOP challenge Yarmuth?

Where are "big names" in GOP Congressional primary?

Mon Jan 25 23:45:45 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Deadline today for candidates to file for office

Any surprise candidates in local or state elections? They have until 4pm today.

Tue Jan 26 08:42:54 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Pence not running vs. Bayh

Despite a push from national Republican leaders, Republican Indiana Congressman Mike Pence says he won't run this year for the U.S. Senate seat now held by Democrat Evan Bayh.

Tue Jan 26 08:52:14 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

GOP's Johnson shut out of another debate

Todd County businessman Bill Johnson says he's a legitimate contender for the GOP U-S Senate nomination in Kentucky, but he's not being taken seriously by debate organizers.

Tue Jan 26 08:58:39 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Horseman Hiles late entry in KY Senate field

Rick Hiles is no stranger to Frankfort. Instead of testifying to senators about horse racing, the long time trainer now want to be one of the senators.

Tue Jan 26 22:05:12 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

McConnell : Obama didn't get the message

Mitch McConnell has suggestions for the President before the State of the Union address Wednesday night: "Americans aren’t looking for cosmetic proposals.... It’s time for the White House to show that it’s listening to the American people."

Tue Jan 26 23:15:17 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

GOP Update: KY U.S. Senate race

Six men have filed for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Kentucky. We'll update the five Democrats running in a separate post.

Wed Jan 27 03:20:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Stumbo to stump for Metro Council candidate

The campaign for Metro Council District 25 candidate David Yates says KY House Speaker Greg Stumbo will appear at a Yates fundraiser on Wednesday.

Wed Jan 27 04:30:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

5 Republicans line up for shot at Yarmuth

Louisville's Brooks Wicker's late entry in the congressional race makes five Republicans in the 3rd District Congressional race. None has any name ID close to Democrat John Yarmuth's.

Wed Jan 27 00:34:06 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Metro Council 2010 races set

Primary challenges highlight the 2010 ballot

Wed Jan 27 13:22:17 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Dems: KY U.S. Senate race update

Five Democrats are battling for their party's nomination in Kentucky's U.S. Senate race.

Wed Jan 27 14:41:10 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Non-debate "debate" at U of L features one Republican

Rand Paul will be flying solo at U of L College Republicans debate.

Wed Jan 27 20:03:33 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Obama questions McConnell's leadership

Saying "We were sent here to serve our citizens, not our ambitions," President Barack Obama criticized the Republican leadership in the State of the Union Address. Statements from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Jim Bunning follow

Thu Jan 28 09:46:02 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

KY's U.S. Senate hopefuls react to State of the Union

In the order that they are issued, here are the responses to President Barack Obama's State of the Union address by the candidates for U.S. Senate in Kentucky.

Wed Jan 27 20:43:50 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Area Congressmen react to State of the Union

Congressman John Yarmuth (D-KY) talks of President Obama's "credibility" in a statement issued in response to the State of the Union.

Thu Jan 28 23:21:20 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Republican candidates respond to SOTU

Republican congressional candidates Larry Hausman and Todd Lally respond to the State of the Union.

Thu Jan 28 23:33:15 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

State of Affairs talks local races

WFPL's Julie Kredens talks politics with local political reporters.

Fri Jan 29 15:48:02 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Traling in poll, Hill touts fiscal conservatism

"If it helps me with my political career of course I'll be happy about that. but more importantly this is good for the nation," Congressman Baron Hill (D-IN)

Sun Jan 31 22:43:27 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

U.S. Senate Update: KY Democrats

"If it helps me with my political career of course I'll be happy about that. but more importantly this is good for the nation," Congressman Baron Hill (D-IN)

Sun Jan 31 22:52:47 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Politics and manufacturing in KY

Manufacturers group hosts politicians at annual event

Mon Feb 01 15:05:09 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Sarah Palin endorses Rand Paul, highlights GOP divide

"We're quite excited to have Sarah Palin's endorsement. We think it's big. We think she's maybe the defacto leader of the Tea Party movement, and we feel a close kinship with the Tea Party and so we are excited to get it." Rand Paul

Tue Feb 02 01:40:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Senate campaigns report contributions. Paul now leads.

Rand Paul takes fundraising lead in Kentucky U.S. Senate race, but Republican rival Trey Grayson still has more cash on hand. Democrat Daniel Mongiardo reports $225,000 for the 4th quarter with no word yet from the Jack Conway campaign.

Tue Feb 02 01:55:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson loses an endorsement

After questioning whether the Sarah Palin endorsement of Rand Paul was legit, the Trey Grayson campaign had to retract an endorsement from a leading Republican state senator.

Tue Feb 02 04:15:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

National reaction to Palin endorsement in KY

The Sarah Palin endorsement of Rand Paul added even more intrigue to what has already been one of the most interesting races in Kentucky election history.

Tue Feb 02 20:33:50 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

New poll: KY voters back slots at racetracks

The first WHAS11/Courier-Journal Bluegrass Poll finds broad support for video gambling machines at Kentucky racetracks.

Wed Feb 03 03:00:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

New poll: Most Kentuckians support slots

A new WHAS11/Courier-Journal Bluegrass Poll shows widespread support for video gambling machines at racetracks, but an even larger majority want voters to decide, not the General Assembly.

Wed Feb 03 12:40:40 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

First ad of 2010 Senate campaign is on defense

Rand Paul's TV commercial aims at national security concerns.

Wed Feb 03 22:06:57 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson camp responds to Paul TV ad

Trey Grayson campaign says new Rand Paul TV ad is trying to trick Republican primary voters.

Thu Feb 04 14:13:14 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

New poll shows GOP Senate win in KY this fall

A new poll shows the Republican frontrunners defeating the Democrat frontunners in Kentucky's U.S. Senate race.

Thu Feb 04 18:48:30 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

KY Senator says rival secretly taped her

The winner of a special state senate election says the loser secretly taped her in her office.

Thu Feb 04 19:16:11 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Beshear and Six Flags release statements

Six Flags says its Louisville theme park is its only location that will close as the company restructures and emerges from bankruptcy.

Thu Feb 04 01:25:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Backlash to Palin endorsement in KY

Just endorsed by the Tea Party's movement's defacto leader, Sarah Palin, Republican Rand Paul is the U.S. Senate candidate most closely associated with the Tea Parties, but Kentucky Tea Party organizers are backing Republican Bill Johnson, instead.

Thu Feb 04 19:44:30 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Fair Board Pres:"caught by surprise" with 6 Flags closing

Kentucky State Fair Board President & CEO Harold Workman says Six Flags is misrepresenting its lease negotiations with the Fair Board.

Thu Feb 04 21:44:02 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mongiardo challenges Obama on coal

When Governor Steve Beshear (D-KY) and several other governors met with President Obama at the White House on Wednesday, Beshear reportedly told the President that cap-and-trade legislation would be a bad deal for Kentucky.

Thu Feb 04 22:42:33 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Alan Keyes questions Palin endorsement of Paul

Former presidential candidate Alan Keyes, who is supporting Todd County businessman Bill Johnson in the Republican U.S. Senate primary in Kentucky, says Sarah Palin did not pick the real conservative when she endorsed Rand Paul.

Fri Feb 05 07:02:05 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Pence endorses Wicker in GOP Congressional primary

Former Lt. Governor Steve Pence today endorsed Brooks Wicker for Kentucky's Third District Congressional seat.

Sat Feb 06 22:28:04 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Conway hitting stride with jobs talk

After a campaign rollout hobbled by Jack Conway's own words at Fancy Farm, Conway's U.S. Senate campaign now appears to be hitting its stride.

Sun Feb 07 06:25:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Untwittered... former Palin "Twibe" leader steps down

Lisa Graas quit as administrator of the Sarah Palin "Twibe" on Twitter after Palin endorsed Rand Paul in Kentucky's U.S. Senate race.

Sun Feb 07 13:06:31 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Palin defends Rand Paul endorsement

Sarah Palin, facing criticism from conservatives over her endorsement of the libertarian-minded Rand Paul in the Republican primary of Kentucky's U.S. Senate race, acknowledges issue differences, but likes Paul's stand for "limited government."

Sun Feb 07 21:06:28 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Rand Paul not welcome at Pulaski County event

A speech in October left Rand Paul uninvited to speak again to Pulaski County Republicans at the Lincoln Day dinner Friday night.

Mon Feb 08 03:30:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Palin "very likely" to campaign for Paul in KY

A Sarah Palin campaign appearance for Rand Paul in Kentucky is "very likely." Palin is defending her endorsement of Paul in the GOP U.S. Senate primary.

Mon Feb 08 14:56:49 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

4 years later, Museum Plaza still on track?

It has been four years since the February 9, 2006 announcement that Museum Plaza, a 62 story project, would be built between River Road and Main Street. Four years later, construction is still on hold.

Mon Feb 08 21:03:24 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Another wedge between Paul and McConnell

Three months after Rand Paul refused to commit to Kentucky's Mitch McConnell in a hypothetical contest with Sen. Jim DeMint for Republican Leader in the U.S. Senate, DeMint is complimenting Paul and calling out McConnell.

Tue Feb 09 01:10:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Rand Paul's balancing act with the media

It will be very interesting to see how the Paul campaign weathers the increased scrutiny of playing in the "big leagues."

Mon Feb 08 22:50:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mayor's race update

Catching up on the Louisville mayor's race

Mon Feb 08 22:48:14 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Baron Hill snowed in, heading to ??????

In a release explaining why Baron Hill will not appear in person to file for reelection, the Southern Indiana Congressman's campaign lets loose that he will be visiting troops "overseas."

Tue Feb 09 02:45:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Six Flags: Decision is final, we are taking some rides with us

Here's the e-mail exchange I had with the Six Flags' corporate spokeswoman.

Tue Feb 09 05:35:40 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson hits the airwaves

Trey Grayson's U.S. Senate campaign has launched its first radio ad of the Republican primary campaign.

Tue Feb 09 05:43:44 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Ronnie Ellis has five really good questions

Columnist Ronnie Ellis asks five straight-to-the-point questions in a new column about Kentucky lawmakers.

Tue Feb 09 13:00:57 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

GOP divide in the 5th Congressional District

After Rand Paul was not invited to the Pulaski County Lincoln Day dinner, the Republican Party chairman in neighboring Laurel County let me know that Paul is not only welcome at their event, but is credited with bringing new energy to the local party

Tue Feb 09 13:03:47 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

McConnell reveals his offer to Obama

Here's the news release from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY)

Wed Feb 10 13:11:49 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Rand Paul responds to Dyche CJ column

U.S. Senate candidate Rand Paul has written a response to a Courier-Journal column by John David Dyche that wondered aloud "Who is Rand Paul?"

Thu Feb 11 11:51:32 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Liberal veterans group targets McConnell

The liberal group, Vote Vets, is promoting a "clean energy" bill by targeting Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) among other Republican Senators in a $2 million ad buy.

Thu Feb 11 11:57:06 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Conway wants partial repeal of 2003 Medicare drug benefit

Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway is calling for a repeal of a provision in the 2003 Medicare Modernization Act which the U.S. Senate Democrat primary candidate says is a "sweetheart" deal for big pharmaceutical companies.

Thu Feb 11 12:12:01 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Have a question or comment for LMPD's Chief?

Councilman Rick Blackwell has invited Louisville Metro Police Chief Robert White to be the featured speaker for February’s District 12 Dialogue at Kerrick Elementary on Tuesday, February 16th.

Thu Feb 11 12:44:08 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Debates abate

Concerned that incumbents weren't showing up, Kentucky Educational Television is scrapping its longstanding debates with candidates in prominent Kentucky races.

Thu Feb 11 13:43:19 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Do yard signs make a difference?

Louisville Democrat mayoral candidate Tyler Allen says he needs an arsenal of yard signs to combat the "big money candidates" flooding the airwaves with campaign ads.

Thu Feb 11 14:58:18 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Update from Clinton's KY confidante

With Bill Clinton recuperating from a heart procedure, I called former Kentucky Democratic Party Chairman Jerry Lundergan for his thoughts and an update.

Thu Feb 11 21:26:12 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Paul's jab leaves him open to Grayson punch

Rand Paul's anti-establishment message may be delivered at his own peril as Trey Grayson defends the longest serving Congressional Republicans in Kentucky history.

Fri Feb 12 15:10:48 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Beshear insists expanded gambling still an option

In a one on one interview with WHAS11 Political Editor Joe Arnold, Governor Steve Beshear says his mission to bring slot machines to Kentucky racetracks is still an option, despite lawmakers moving forward on a new budget without the governor.

Sun Feb 14 23:18:29 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Conway vs. Mongiardo on jobs

It is interesting to watch what themes the campaigns choose to repeat, as not only a reflection of a candidate's platform, but also a reflection of what internal polling tells the campaigns is working.

Mon Feb 15 03:10:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Anti-incumbent group to rally in Louisville

A group that wants to replace every Congressman with someone truly representative of each congressional district has another rally in Louisville this week.

Mon Feb 15 03:20:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Graas complains about Paul's 'astroturf'

Former Palin fan and current Bill Johnson supporter hammers Rand Paul, with evidence that grassroots support is "astroturf."

Mon Feb 15 03:40:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

GOP debate a doozy in Paducah

In a debate moved to a larger location because of intense interest, the three top contenders in Kentucky's Republican primary for U.S. Senate squared off in Paducah, Saturday.

Mon Feb 15 07:35:04 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mongiardo claims union "upset" in Conway's backyard

In what the Daniel Mongiardo U.S. Senate campaign is calling a "stunning upset" in Jack Conway's hometown, Louisville’s Central Labor Council has voted to endorse Mongiardo in the Democrat primary.

Mon Feb 15 08:02:18 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Bayh not seeking reelection; will Baron Hill run for Senate?

With Evan Bayh out of the U.S. Senate race, will Congressman Baron Hill run for Bayh's Senate seat?

Mon Feb 15 14:55:31 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Democrats scramble after Bayh's goodbye

Indiana Democrats are scrambling after the sudden and unexpected announcement by U.S. Senator Evan Bayh (D-IN) that he will not seek a third term this fall.

Mon Feb 15 18:25:41 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Nightmare scenario unfolding for Indiana Dems?

A Bloomington restaurant owner who has never before run for office could become the Democrats' nominee for U.S. Senate in Indiana after Evan Bayh's announcement left her 24 hours to secure enough signatures to get on the ballot.

Mon Feb 15 19:15:21 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Republicans rooting for liberal Democrat to replace Bayh?

The unlikely U.S. Senate candidacy of liberal Bloomington cafe owner Tamyra D’Ippolito is getting an even unlikelier boost from Republicans across Indiana and across the country.

Mon Feb 15 19:57:13 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

List of potential Democrat candidates to replace Bayh

Updated list of potential candidates for the Democratic nomination in Indiana's U.S. Senate race.

Mon Feb 15 21:48:24 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Bayh says quitting now avoids costly primary

TPM reports that Evan Bayh told a conference call with county Democratic Party chairs on Monday afternoon that by him quitting now, Democrats can appoint a nominee and avoid a costly primary.

Tue Feb 16 02:50:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Another shocker in Indiana Senate race?

Tamyra d'Ippolito, the l Bloomington cafe owner who had no chance of defeating Evan Bayh in the Democratic Party primary for U.S. Senate, could shock Indiana politics this week.

Tue Feb 16 14:41:57 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Ind. Dems say Senate longshot didn't come in

Indiana Democratic Party Chairman Dan Parker says longshot candidate Tamyra d'Ippolito did not meet a noon deadline today to submit the needed signatures to file for the U.S. Senate.

Tue Feb 16 21:38:49 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Clicks to pick: Wednesday Political Update

A comprehensive update from the WHAS11.com Political Blog.

Thu Feb 18 17:42:50 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Friday's for fighting... and driving

Friday rundown of big events in Kentucky politics.

Thu Feb 18 21:37:13 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mongiardo claims 18 point lead in primary

An internal poll shows a big lead for Lt. Gov. Daniel Mongiardo over Attorney General Jack Conway in the Democrat primary for U.S. Senate in Kentucky.

Fri Feb 19 20:51:52 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson gets Right to Life endorsement

With abortion increasingly a wedge issue in the Republican U.S. Senate primary, Trey Grayson got a key endorsement on Friday from the Kentucky Right to Life Political Action Committee.

Fri Feb 19 21:25:32 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

U.S. Senate update: KY Democrat Primary

Update from three Democrats running for U.S. Senate in Kentucky

Sat Feb 20 07:05:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

We are the (Mongiardo) World

The Daniel Mongiardo campaign takes a "group photo" approach to show support for Mongiardo in his rival's backyard.

Sat Feb 20 21:23:37 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mongiardo touts Louisville support, rural values

The contentious primary race between Lt. Governor Daniel Mongiardo and Attorney General Jack Conway took another turn today, with Mongiardo collecting a number of endorsements from prominent Democrats on Conway's home turf in Jefferson County.

Mon Feb 22 14:24:56 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Hill "considering" Senate run; voters upset by process

In his first public comment since U.S. Senator Evan Bayh (D-IN) announced he would not seek re-election, Congressman Baron Hill (D-IN9) says he is considering running for the seat. Hoosier voters are upset that they will not decide the nominee.

Mon Feb 22 20:53:08 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson ad attacks Paul on coal

Republican Trey Grayson's first television ad of his Senate campaign focuses on an issue barely mentioned by the Republicans so far in the race, the Kentucky coal industry. Rand Paul's campaign is decrying Grayson's "distortions and lies."

Mon Feb 22 21:15:48 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Hill's GOP challengers primary update

As U.S. Rep. Baron Hill (D-Indiana 9th) considers running for Evan Bayh's U.S. Senate seat, the Republicans vying to face Hill in the Congressional race this fall are in the thick of primary campaigning. Here are updates from the three Republicans:

Tue Feb 23 03:15:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Council member endorsements in mayor's race

With three members of the Louisville Metro Council running for mayor, it will be interesting to see who their fellow council members support in the race. So far, at least nine of the 26 council members are backing a specific candidate.

Tue Feb 23 03:30:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

UofL promoting political rally

The University of Louisville's Office of Communications and Marketing is promoting a political rally at the state capitol.

Tue Feb 23 09:19:26 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

The Coal Truth? Paul and Grayson attack in ads

Rand Paul is responding to a Trey Grayson attack ad with one of his own.

Tue Feb 23 11:48:08 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Johnson joins coal slam on Rand Paul

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Bill Johnson is piggybacking on Trey Grayson's attack ad which criticizes Rand Paul for an earlier statement he made about "dirty coal."

Tue Feb 23 20:00:07 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Ky. Senate President David Williams bashes Gov. Beshear

He sat down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with WHAS11’s Political Editor Joe Arnold and he has the story.

Wed Feb 24 01:51:50 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Prayers for Jim King's son

Metro Council Member Jim King is dealing with a family emergency as he will be traveling this week with his son to the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

Wed Feb 24 01:58:47 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Jack Coalway in E. KY

Coal is suddenly king in Kentucky's U.S. Senate race, as candidates in both parties are talking, and in some cases... sniping about their positions on coal.

Wed Feb 24 02:08:26 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Students, not UofL behind rally

Quick addendum to my post yesterday on U of L resources being used to promote a political rally in Frankfort.

Wed Feb 24 21:11:16 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Senate President makes his case about expanded gambling, answers questions

Senate President David Williams is the man seen as the biggest obstacle to expanded gambling and he is both making his case and answering questions about his own gambling activity.

Wed Feb 24 19:42:10 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Nasty campaigns, harsh words, and an apology

The Wednesday night round-up includes especially pointed rhetoric in both parties U.S. Senate campaigns, Mitch McConnell in rare form, a pollster apologizing and recalling a survey(!) and more....

Thu Feb 25 06:35:42 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Paul campaign: If you can do it we can too

The campaign manager for U.S. Senate candidate Rand Paul is all but admitting that a Rand Paul television commercial takes comments of rival Republican Trey Grayson out of context.

Thu Feb 25 07:37:42 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

KEEP keeps up fight for expanded gambling

Again calling for "quick action from the Legislature," the The Kentucky Equine Education Project (KEEP) which is lobbying hard for expanded gaming, has launched a new website to show that the horse industry is more than just "millionaire hobbyists."

Thu Feb 25 09:56:58 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Check-up on healthcare summit

Kentucky's Mitch McConnell, as the top Republican, is playing a prominent role. In true McConnell fashion, he is letting many Republican voices do a lot of the talking, while choosing his talking points carefully.

Thu Feb 25 11:54:51 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Bunning prods Commerce on unfair China practices

U.S. Senator Jim Bunning (R-KY) is one of 15 senators to call out the Commerce Department for not doing enough to curb China's currency practices which the senators say are unfairly affecting U.S. businesses.

Thu Feb 25 12:26:35 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Grayson attacks Paul again, this time on military spending

In the same week he released a TV attack ad criticizing Rand Pauls' stance on coal and a radio attack ad on abortion, Grayson has released a new television commercial on national security.

Thu Feb 25 21:46:22 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Paul responds to another Grayson attack

On the defense after the Trey Grayson campaign's third attack ad this week, the Rand Paul campaign has released a statement that attempts to do what Trey Grayson is also trying to do, define Paul's views for Republican primary voters.

Fri Feb 26 03:10:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

DSCC talks KY and IN Senate races

DSCC Chairman Bob Menendez is including Kentucky's GOP Senate primary in a list of “ugly, blood-letting” contests, and suggests Brad Ellsworth has an edge over Baron Hill for the Democratic nomination in Indiana's U.S. Senate race.

Fri Feb 26 03:35:00 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Paul reserves ad space in primary fight

The National Journal's Reid Wilson reports that Republican U.S. Senate candidate Rand Paul is reserving key ad space for campaign commercials leading up to the GOP primary.

Fri Feb 26 15:28:59 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Bunning says he's just getting started

Facing criticism for holding up jobless benefits across the country, Kentucky Senator Jim Bunning (R) returned to the Senate floor Friday, saying he's only getting started.

Fri Feb 26 15:39:17 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Scorn, applause from KY for Bunning

Reaction from U.S. Senate candidates, Republican Leader Mitch McConnell and Governor Steve Beshear

Sat Feb 27 19:35:24 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

GOP's Johnson says he's unemployed, still backs Bunning

While supporting Sen. Jim Bunning's objection to an unfunded extension of unemployment benefits, Republican Senate candidate Bill Johnson has disclosed that he is now unemployed after refusing a company transfer to Texas.

Sat Feb 27 20:35:47 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Mongiardo plans Bunning protest rally

Daniel Mongiardo has challenged rival Jack Conway to put their differences aside and join him for a unified Democrat statement against Jack Conway.

Sun Feb 28 22:10:19 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

David Williams talking, but not endorsing in GOP Senate race

Senate President David Williams (R-Burkesville) says he is not endorsing anyone in the U.S. Senate Republican primary. But Williams is talking up one candidate more than the other.

Mon Mar 01 08:16:51 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

Blast from the past: Paul's view of David Williams

In my interview with Senate President David Williams, his handicapping of the GOP U.S. Senate primary appeared to favor Rand Paul. I wonder if Williams is aware of how Paul criticized his leadership one year ago.

Mon Mar 01 08:30:31 PST 2010 by Joe Arnold

DSCC slams Grayson and Paul on Bunning support

The polls have shown that regardless of who Republicans nominate, the GOP U.S. Senate candidate would defeat either of the Democratic Party's frontrunners in Kentucky.

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