The Kentucky Republican-backed betrayal bill will make healthcare harder to access for our neighbors. 6 of the 35 hospitals at risk are in our district.
This Republican attack on our community is heartless, and I'm going to continue fighting every day to stop these cruel cuts to healthcare.
11.08.2025 16:37 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
My mom taught second grade. My dad worked in coal. They paid into systems their whole lives. Now, GOP leaders want to rip those systems away from people like them. Not on my watch. #SNAPcuts #MedicaidCrisis
09.08.2025 12:53 β π 3 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
Thank you, former State Representative Russ Meyer, for endorsing my campaign! His journey from Nicholasville mayor to state representative shows what dedicated public service looks like. Grateful for leaders like Russ who put Kentucky families first.
08.08.2025 19:24 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
When you close a hospital in rural Kentucky, you donβt just cut careβyou kill jobs, shut down lifelines, and make families drive hours for emergencies. Itβs cruel. I wonβt let them get away with it. #ProtectRuralHealth #KY06
07.08.2025 15:50 β π 2 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0
A $1B Eastern KY coal-to-solar project gets approval to start construction
Developers anticipate employing 250 people during construction of a 210-megawatt facility on a 2,000-acre site across three counties.
This is a major win for my hometown.
It was KY coal miners who powered our nation through two world wars. We owe these communities so much, and Iβm glad to see this long-term investment in their economic success. #KY06
07.08.2025 15:26 β π 2 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0
On this Purple Heart Day, we pay tribute to those who sacrificed so much for our nation. Their courage exemplifies the very best of our country. I am forever grateful for their sacrifice.
07.08.2025 15:08 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Thank you, Teri Carter, for endorsing our campaign! From covering rural Kentucky's stories to advocating for teachers' rights, Teri has been a powerful voice for our communities. I'm grateful for her support.
06.08.2025 18:58 β π 7 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
The Voting Rights Act turns 60 today, but it's facing new threats from Republicans across America. In Congress, I'll fight to strengthen these protections, not weaken them. Democracy only works when everyone can participate.
06.08.2025 14:40 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
I grew up in Hindman, KYβcoal country, where folks work hard and ask for little. Now those same families are at risk of losing their hospitals because Republicans in DC think healthcare is a luxury. Itβs not. Itβs a lifeline. #FromHindmanToFrankfort #MedicaidMatters
05.08.2025 00:24 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
SNAP cuts could have big impact in Kentucky, including in its schools
The passage of Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" brings significant changes to SNAP at a time when food insecurity is already high in Kentucky.
When kids are hungry, they canβt learn.
When teachers are buying snacks instead of supplies, classrooms suffer.
Cutting SNAP hurts Kentuckyβs kids and their schools. We need to invest in families, not punish them. #KY06
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29.07.2025 15:55 β π 5 π 3 π¬ 0 π 0
Thank you, former State Representative Chris Harris, for your endorsement! As a former coal miner and legislator who served Martin and Pike counties, Chris knows what it means to fight for working families.
Honored to have his support as we work to bring that same dedication to Congress.
28.07.2025 22:08 β π 4 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0
What an honor to have former House Democratic Leader Derrick Graham's endorsement.
His 30 years of service, from teacher to legislative leader, exemplifies true public service. Thank you, Leader Graham.
22.07.2025 14:42 β π 3 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/07/21/gop-megabills-final-score-3-4t-in-red-ink-and-10-million-kicked-off-health-insurance-cbo-says-00465546
The numbers are in: $3.4 TRILLION to the deficit and 10 MILLION Americans losing their health insurance.
If my Republican opponents care about helping working Kentuckians as much as they say, they should explain to #KY06 how this bill is in their best interests.
21.07.2025 19:15 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 1 π 0
KY-06 candidate Cherlynn Stevenson slams massive cuts to KET and public radio
Issues statement after recission vote in U.S. House
Itβs about time Central Kentucky has a representative in DC who will always stand up for our rural communities β unlike my Republican opponents who would have blindly supported these cuts.
18.07.2025 19:20 β π 9 π 4 π¬ 0 π 0
Starting my birthday thinking about how lucky I am to be on this journey with all of you.
As I celebrate another year, the best present I could imagine is your contribution to our campaign. Please chip in if you can to keep our momentum going! secure.actblue.com/donate/cwsbd
17.07.2025 13:16 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
It's still so hard for me to believe that Washington Republicans would strip away access to healthcare and make medicine and food too expensive for people to afford.
Check out the whole article here: www.politico.com/newsletters/...
15.07.2025 20:01 β π 3 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
So honored to receive former State Representative @pattiminter4ky.bsky.socialβs endorsement! Patti built her career on the principle that everyone deserves opportunity and dignity.
Her record of bringing people together to solve problems is a model for the kind of leadership we need in Washington.
14.07.2025 14:37 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
Iβm so grateful for every single person who is investing in our campaign. We have our foot on the gas, and weβre not letting up! #KY06
10.07.2025 19:56 β π 4 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Federal agencies can resume mass layoffs, Supreme Court rules
Many agencies across government are expected to swiftly implement workforce cuts.
Washington Republicans' massive layoffs will mean lower-quality care at the VA and longer wait times to access your Social Security benefits. This isn't about government efficiency. It's about cruelty.
#KY06
08.07.2025 21:25 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Hard-working Kentuckians should not have to pay the price so Republicans can hand out tax breaks to billionaires.
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04.07.2025 15:48 β π 3 π 3 π¬ 0 π 0
Happy Fourth of July, Kentucky! Today we celebrate the ideals our founders fought for, life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for all.
From my family to yours, may this day be filled with celebration and reflection of the work we have ahead.
04.07.2025 13:23 β π 4 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
Thereβs nothing "beautiful" about ripping health coverage from hundreds of thousands of Kentuckians.
Iβm running for Congress because #KY06 families canβt afford one more day of this chaos.
03.07.2025 18:35 β π 3 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
I am honored to have earned the endorsement from my friend, Angela Evans. She works tirelessly to ensure everyone has equal protection under the law.
Weβre lucky to have her as our County Attorney, and Iβm fortunate to have her support for our campaign. #KY06
30.06.2025 14:22 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Thank you, State Representative Tina Bojanowski, for your endorsement!
As a state representative who listens to the needs of working families, Tina understands what Kentucky needs. Grateful for her backing in this campaign.
27.06.2025 19:52 β π 3 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0
Incredibly grateful for former House Democratic Whip Rachel Roberts' endorsement!
Rachel has never stopped fighting for Northern Kentucky families and knows how to get things done. Proud to have her support.
25.06.2025 15:56 β π 3 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
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God's Pantry feeds 280,000 Kentuckians. Now they're warning that SNAP cuts will bring more hungry families than they can handle.
Kids shouldn't go hungry because Republicans are putting billionaire tax breaks first.
I'm running to protect food assistance for Kentucky families.
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