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Buddy Wheatley

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KY Sec of State Dem candidate 2023, 65th State Rep (2018-22), labor attorney, retired Covington fire chief, cyclist, husband, father, grandfather.

Covington, KY
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, and yes. Next vote, please.
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I am 100% for funding 4yr-old pre-K in Kentucky.
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Growing a stronger workforce means investing in real solutions to break down child care barriers for working families.
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Buddy Wheatley
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I will not vote to dismantle public education and threaten our public pension system. @KYretire @KPFF_IAFF @KYEducators @KyLeagueCities @kyretiredteach @120Strong @KYPublicPension
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
So, my daughter made herself a yard sign... Coming to a yard near you. #TeamKentucky
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
I’ve gotten to know @GovAndyBeshear these past couple years. This photo is the person I’ve come to know.
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2 years
. @POTUS with local officials he tours tornado damage in Mayfield, Kentucky.
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Buddy Wheatley
6 months
Folks, tomorrow is Election Day, and it’s your last chance to vote for Buddy and Andy. Gov. Beshear needs a real partner in Frankfort, and I’m ready to work by his side. Make your plan to vote, and encourage your friends and family to vote, too. Let’s get this done together!
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
I have to ask again. Why does HB 9 give every school district in KY with less than 7500 students veto power over a public charter school within its district but NOT Beechwood Ind Schools Covington Ind Schools Erlanger-Elsmere Ind Schools Ludlow Ind Schools? Any guesses?
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
I will again introduce a bill to extend voting to 7:00pm, as it states in the KY constitution.
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2 years
A little embarrassed to admit this as one of KY’s politics reporters but I didn’t know that Kentucky was tied for earliest poll closing times
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Buddy Wheatley
1 year
Bad laws like SB 150 will send jobs away, people away, and threaten lives. @GovAndyBeshear has done amazing, adding 43k good jobs in KY. Creating a hostile LGBTQ+ environment hurts our econ dev, hampers attracting top students to our universities, stifles free speech/expression.
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Buddy Wheatley
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Now a 2023 Dem candidate for KY Sec of State. An honor + a challenge. Challenges aren’t new for a 1/12 sibling—from journalist to firefighter/fire chief-law student to General Assembly super-minority battler. Good trouble, and the good fight, may be a middle child curse/blessing.
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Buddy Wheatley
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When Gov. Beshear asked me to run for Secretary of State, he was looking for a true partner in Frankfort. I responded to the call because firefighters don’t back down. Proud to have his full support.
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Buddy Wheatley
5 years
Pay attention to facts here. Number of KY manufacturing jobs created in the 32-months since right to work legislation passed: 4,000 Number of such jobs in 32-month period before the law passed: 15,800 Right to work for less is the better descriptor.
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
NKY Democrats showed up big time to open election HQ and hear great speakers. Honored to host/introduce: ⁦ @LtGovColeman ⁩ ⁦ @Booker4KY ⁩ ⁦ @lehman4kentucky ⁩ Joined by ⁦ @Rachel4KY ⁩ ⁦ @covingtonkygov ⁩ mayor J Meyer ⁦ @HeinrichforKY ⁩ and many more.
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Buddy Wheatley
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Hey @adams4secstate - I have an extra copy if you need to borrow
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Bluegrass Politics
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Attorney General: The Ky Secretary of State's office violated the Open Records Act by refusing to provide certain emails requested by Steve Knipper, who ran for that office in the spring. ^JC
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Buddy Wheatley
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Currently, 45/50 states have more early voting days than Kentucky, with 43 states having at least one full week of early voting. Kentucky needs to catch up with the times and implement 2 weeks of early voting. I'll work to make it happen.
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Buddy Wheatley
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More than 93,000 Kentuckians took advantage of early voting yesterday. Every one of those votes matter, as does your vote. Your vote will be the difference in 2023 determining the future of KY. Make your plan to vote if you haven’t already.
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And in Kentucky, this includes all teachers in the pension system, and more than half of Kentucky firefighters. They rely solely on their pensions.
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KY Public Pension
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Did you know that nearly 25% of public employees do not receive Social Security?
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
Proud of my city to be the first in Kentucky to ban conversion therapy. By a 5-0 vote, the Covington City Commission passed an ordinance that prohibits this harmful and discredited practice.
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Buddy Wheatley
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Kentucky, the whole world is watching. Our 2019 governor’s race foreshadows the 2020 elections. If we truly Unite, we can defeat the forces that divide. Take back our state 1 door, 1 call, 1 VOTE at a time. We have 3+ days to change the course of history. United we Stand...
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Buddy Wheatley
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BREAKING: Michael Adams breaks Kentucky law and ethics rules in using taxpayer dollars to benefit self
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Buddy Wheatley
6 months
Judi and I took advantage of early voting! Early voting is underway across the commonwealth. Your vote matters, so go vote today! Check your county clerk’s webpage for times and polling locations.
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Buddy Wheatley
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Our Constitution allows for our polls to be open until 7pm, so why do we shut the doors on working Kentuckians at 6pm? As your SOS, I'll advocate for keeping our polls open until 7. If you agree, make a contribution at  before our end of month deadline.
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
I trust the science, and @GovAndyBeshear follows the science during a pandemic.
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"I trust Dr. Stack more than judge what's-his-name," -- Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.
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4 years
Thank you to Kentucky’s bourbon industry. @GovAndyBeshear just announced they are changing operations to create alcohol-based sanitizer. #TeamKentucky
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Buddy Wheatley
5 years
At last night’s debate, Gov Bevin claimed supporting tolls to pay for a new Brent Spence bridge. I will continue to OPPOSE this effort. NKY families will be disproportionately burdened. NKY legislators have been unified on NOT forcing tolls on our taxpayers. I hope we still are?
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Buddy Wheatley
6 years
#120strong is great! But we can be greater! C’mon all you firefighters, cops, bus drivers, nurses, cafeteria and maintenance workers, let’s unite with teachers and flush dirty politics out of KY. Stay #120Strong thru Nov. 6. Solidarity and votes will reverse this GOP Koch agenda.
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Buddy Wheatley
9 months
Thank you to everyone who came out to support me and our whole ticket at Fancy Farm on Saturday. One thing is for certain - Western Kentucky is Beshear country, and they’re ready to send this team to Frankfort to help him
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Buddy Wheatley
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So Michael Adams does, indeed, make big bucks off election deniers. In our debate, he claimed he doesn’t represent election deniers at the national GOP law firm where he STILL works. I’ll be a full time Secretary of State who leads with integrity.
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Buddy Wheatley
1 year
From east to west Louisville to Newport to Union, @AndyBeshearKY brings out the crowds. Enthusiasm was sky high. Honored to join a great team. @JColemanKY @PamForAG @michaelbowman
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Kentucky - today is the day. Polls are open from 6-6, and we need you to get out to vote!! If you elect me, I promise to work full time, round the clock to expand voting rights in Kentucky.
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4 years
You call that a protest? I was proud to join these KY educators in 2018. Now that’s a protest. #120strong #kentuckystrong
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
Fire chiefs make tough calls. Bulldoze undamaged building to stop fire spread. Order police to stop persons from entering a burning bldg to save a loved one. Order thousands to evacuate. Some fundamental rights are paused for emergencies. Thank Gov Beshear for making tough calls.
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Buddy Wheatley
9 months
Michael Adams has said that increasing voter turnout isn't the job of the Secretary of State. I couldn't disagree more. As your SOS, I'll partner with our public schools to bring back a civic engagement program directed by the SOS office, as is statutorily required.
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Bipartisan is far and away how the best legislation is crafted.
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Republicans against Trump
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Under President Biden: -Bipartisan COVID Stimulus Package -Bipartisan infrastructure bill -Bipartisan gun reform bill -Bipartisan chips & science bill -Bipartisan aid to 🇺🇦 -Bipartisan reform Electoral Count Act -Bipartisan same-sex marriage bill (will pass soon) Not bad!!
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Can’t say enough kind words in response to all the kindness coming my way. Attached is my statement:
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
HB 9’s unlawful treatment of Kenton Co schools affects not just public schools. CovCath, ND, Holy Cross also treated unfairly, with public dollars going to ill-defined public charter school. Parochial grades schools, too. P 17, lines 9-16 of HB 9 singles out Kenton schools.
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Special session ended Day 1 and I went straight to Ft. Mitchell to support ⁦ @KYSenateDems ⁩ candidate Teresa Barton whose district stretches from Frankfort to Kenton County. This former Franklin judge-executive has all the right stuff to be a great senator.
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Some hangouts just have that special touch. Just ask ⁦ @Rachel4KY
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
KY Dems must recognize we’re 10 years from what GA, NC, TX has done. Are you ready to start a journey, KY Dems? Willing to absorb bumps? Blame and absolutism has no place in the halls of Success. @KyDems @kentondems @kyhousedems @KYSenateDems @LouKYDemParty @FayetteDemocrat
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Stacey Abrams
4 years
So many deserve credit for 10yrs to new Georgia: @gwlauren @fairfightaction @nseufot @NewGAProject @AAAJ_Atlanta @GALEOorg @BlackVotersMtr Helen Butler @GeorgiaDemocrat @RebeccaDeHart DuBose Porter @DPGChair . Always John Lewis. Charge any omissions to my head. My heart is full.💙
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
No other has been a greater influence on my political doings. His desire to make KY knows no bounds. He listens. He acts. He leads. With grace, charm and determination. Haven’t always agreed, but always friends. Thank you Rocky. KY is lucky to have you.
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Buddy Wheatley
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How better to end the day after the state fair in Louisville, and the Tri-County (Washington, Nelson, Marion) Picnic in Springfield by joining awesome friends in Lexington as we cheered on @camuelforky . @JColemanKY @Chadaull @Rachel4KY @CherlynnForKY @ReggieThomasKY @lgwillner
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Let’s not single out Beechwood, Covington, Erlanger-Elsmere and Ludlow Ind. schools districts by denying them the same rights all other small school districts will have under the charter school bill. Let’s uphold ⁦ @GovAndyBeshear ’s veto of HB 9⁩.
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
With a humble heart and with deep gratitude, I want to thank family, friends and supporters for sending me back to be the voice of the 65th District in Frankfort in the KY House of Representatives. I vow to work even harder for all of the district, all of the time.
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Buddy Wheatley
5 years
Kentucky’s constitution, and its own inviolable contract language, makes it VERY likely to be a challenge here. At what point, perhaps thousands of employees, will challenge this law. We could be talking about hundreds of millions of dollars effected by not allowing choice.
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
Socially distancing and #maskedup while supporting @AmyMcGrathKY on this beautiful (and toasty!) day with @JudiGodsey .
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Buddy Wheatley
3 years
Sitting on the floor at the KY House of Reps utterly frustrated that the rules are being suspended to stifle the minority. Limiting debate as we consider vetoes. Why have rules!?!?
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It’s an honor to run for Secretary of State for our great Commonwealth. Though I’ve no primary, I will work daily to earn respect and trust from all Kentuckians. Every vote matters. Vote for your livelihood. More polling locations = stronger democracy.
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Buddy Wheatley
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I’m on the road today with Gov Beshear and our entire ticket talking with voters in Ft Thomas, Covington, Maysville and Ashland, and one thing is certain - this team has the momentum to win! Help push me over the finish line by making a contribution at
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@GovAndyBeshear ⁩ making it simple at the Covington Plaza. ⁦ @nkychamber ⁩ and all see it one way. Good health is good business. ⁦ @StElizabethNKY ⁩ too. Courage and leadership.
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Buddy Wheatley
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Excited to join the time-honored tradition at Fancy Farm this year to speak as nominee for Kentucky Secretary of State. Just like my 20 as years firefighter, I won’t back down to a challenge.
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3 years
Stripping the power of battlefield leader during a war is never a good idea.
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Rep. @stevensonspeaks speaks against SB 1, which would limit a governor's ability to respond to emergencies like #COVID19 . "In my 27 years in the Air Force, I never had a battlefield commander stripped of power to win the war. And in this instance, that's what we're doing."
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
Out walking Blue skies for a Blue victory for ⁦ @Rachel4KY ⁩ this Tuesday. So #votetuesday Feb.25 for my friend if you’re in the 67th District—Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, Southgate, Highland Heights and Silver Grove.
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Every day... I feel honored to represent the 65th District in the KY House of Representatives. Every day...I vow to reflect the diverse values of the District through the work I do as a legislator. Today...I filed to have my name on the 2020 ballot to continue the work.
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
There are no words strong enough to condemn such a symbol of hate. It must not be ignored. Legislators talking about limiting a governor’s power during a pandemic should condemn these acts and call for safety measures at the Capitol with just as much fervor.
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Matt Stone
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At the end of the Patriot Day and 2nd Amendment Rally at the Kentucky state capitol, an effigy of Gov. Andy Beshear was hung from a tree.
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2 years
I’ve got a report that all Mayfield firefighters are safe and on call, on duty for active search and rescue.
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Collective bargaining for all state employees will truly affect positively recruiting and retaining our public servants. And give voice and value to their work. That’s why I filed HB 537 this week.
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Attn: @beechwoodsup @AGarrisonSuper @LudlowSup @erlangerelsmere HB 9’s veto by @GovAndyBeshear must be upheld. Ind. schools in Kenton Co are unconstitutionally targeted, forbidding them to stop a charter school, the ONLY county so treated. Why are our schools targeted?
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Buddy Wheatley
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Yesterday was another great day on the campaign trail with Gov. Beshear. My favorite part of running for Secretary of State has been meeting with voters in every corner of our Commonwealth.
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Proud to be a member of the Kentucky Professional Fire Fighters.
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KY FIREFIGHTERS
5 years
Kentucky Fire Fighters know @AndyBeshearKY will protect our retirement security that is needed to recruit & retain quality firefighters to serve the citizens of the Commonwealth. #KYGov
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
I wear a mask to protect my family and your family. Maybe it infringes on my rights, my comfort, my style, my sense of liberty. But the health of my family and your family, all Kentuckians, all peoples far outweighs any such infringement. #HealthyHappyKY
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Buddy Wheatley
3 years
Let’s get more ⭐️⭐️⭐️ -same day and automatic voter registration -more early voting days -no excuse absentee voting
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Josh Douglas
3 years
Kentucky earns 1 and a half stars from the nonprofit @voteathome on how well it runs its elections--but at least that's up from the 1 star it had before!
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Thankful Covington and Ludlow Independent Schools and Kenton County Public Schools are protecting our kids. Courageous leadership is a must during this surge of the delta variant.
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KY 120 United-AFT
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These are the districts who at this time have committed to mask mandates while transmission rates are high. We hope it continues to fill in quickly. Follow this 🧵 for updates. Thankful for the help of @KYEqualJustice , @oliviakrauth & @GYMObrad for assisting to keep this current
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Buddy Wheatley
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I fully support the education plan of @AndyBeshearKY and @JColemanKY , which directly addresses the immediate and future needs of our public schools, students, parents and teachers.
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Andy Beshear
9 months
Our education budget will: 🎒 Raise pay for teachers and staff by 11% 🚌 Pay for student transportation 📚 Increase funding for textbooks, technology & training 🧠 Add more mental health resources 🖍️ Fully fund universal pre-K It’s what’s best for our kids—and our Commonwealth.
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Buddy Wheatley
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It’s official. Thank you KY Supreme Court Justice Michelle Keller. Honored to join ⁦ @Rachel4KY ⁩ in a swearing in ceremony this morning.
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Buddy Wheatley
5 years
The concept of so called right to work is astonishingly wrong for KY and America. Such laws simply drive down wages across ALL workforce sectors, not just labor unions. No rights are gained; no work is created. Ultimately, all workers lose $$$. ALL workers.
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Marcus Woodward
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Report Questions Impact of Kentucky's 2017 Right-To-Work Law Sure The Law Really is "The Right To Work For Less" Law.
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Buddy Wheatley
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I joined @AndyBeshearKY for several events this week in NKY. The Governor always recognizes the vital role NKY plays in the Commonwealth’s prosperity. I’ll be a full partner with him as our next Secretary of State. NKY will have an influential voice when I am back in Frankfort.
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
The bill sets up a bureaucratic scheme that essentially gives legislators power to veto an administrative regulation WHEN WE ARE NOT IN SESSION. That’s the unconstitutional part.
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Despite constitutional concerns raised by @kyhousedems members, the KY House voted today to effectively stop the Gov's ability to implement administrative regulations found deficient. Rep. @buddywheatleyky said the legislature cannot have this type of veto outside of session.
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Buddy Wheatley
3 years
About to be sworn in outside of the Campbell County Courthouse. Such an honor to be serving District 65.
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Buddy Wheatley
8 months
As the Kentucky Supreme Court is discussing the redistricting lawsuit, I want to mention an important part of my platform in my run for Secretary of State: creating an independent, citizen-led redistricting commission. 1/3
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
No panic button here, but if charter school bill excludes teachers from KRTS, and charter schools siphon off potential KTRS members, our teachers retirement system will be crippled. The system builds in 2% payroll growth a year. ARC based off the 2%. Potential KTRS death spiral.
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KY Public Pension
2 years
HB 9 currently states: “An employee of an education service provider. . . shall meet the same certification and background check requirements otherwise required of a public charter school employee” which appears to provide a loophole to exclude teachers from the retirement system
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Buddy Wheatley
3 years
Was proud to stand with @LtGovColeman and @LudlowSup to oppose HB 563. After this presser, an amendment was added to HB 563 taking aim at Kenton Co in NKY. It now especially hurts Covington Ludlow Erlanger-Elsmere Ind schools and Kenton County SD. Call/email your KY senator.
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Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman
3 years
The people who have dedicated their lives to public education represent every corner of our commonwealth. They belong to both political parties, they have diverse experiences and they know that education policy doesn't have to be partisan – it's about what's best for our kids.
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Buddy Wheatley
3 years
Yes! I’ve signed on the HB 19. I will again fight to end the deadly practice of conversion therapy. Thank you @lgwillner for leading this effort and to the bipartisan legislators in support.
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Ban Conversion Therapy Kentucky
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Will you be signing on as a co-sponsor of #HB19 to help protect Kentucky's kids from the discredited and deadly practice of #ConversionTorture ? @buddywheatleyky @RepBurch @repgrahamky @ReginaldMeeks3 @GeorgeBrownKY77 @mckcantrell @MaryLouMarzian @RepDonohue @KYAlGentry
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Launching from NKY Democratic HQ: State Reps Family Friends @lgwillner @TinaForKentucky @Rachel4KY
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Buddy Wheatley
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Every step of the way, great volunteers are there for ⁦ @AndyBeshearKY ⁩ and the rest of the ticket. Had fun talking to the NKY team today as they headed out. ⁦⁦ @PamForAG ⁩ ⁦ @kimforkentucky ⁩ ⁦ @michaelbowman ⁩ ⁦ @sierraforky
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
It has been an honor to be the voice of the 65th District for two terms. A lifetime of public service shows that a proven, trusted, leader is the best choice. I ask for for your vote today.
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Buddy Wheatley
1 year
Primary Election Day is here and we voted in at our neighborhood school. I hope you have fair access and a secure, convenient way to vote today.
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
What a turnout tonight! Thank you, @GovAndyBeshear , @RockyForKy , and all of you who came out to support my campaign! I look forward to serving all of my district, all of the time.
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
Below is a committee hearing agenda in #kyga20 for March 18. The people’s business in this time of pandemic does NOT include ophthalmic dispensers, bourbon gift shops, and defining “stylist”! We need to pass a budget, support health services, small biz, schools and workers.
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Buddy Wheatley
10 months
We can talk about whatever you want, Michael - just commit to the debate. The people of Kentucky deserve to hear from both candidates, and that’s why I agreed to the debate. I hope you do, too.
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Sec. Michael Adams (R-KY)
10 months
I'll commit to debate you if you'll commit to have a designated driver take you to and from the venue.
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Buddy Wheatley
5 years
#HB1 passes. We got this wrong today. #APensionIsAPromise
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Buddy Wheatley
5 years
Number of US workers getting a raise at midnight tonight: 5.2 million Number of Kentuckians getting a raise: 0 Three neighboring states are set to raise their minimum wage. OH $8.55, MO $8.60, AR $9.25. Let’s compete in KY, and reverse harmful policies that drive down wages.
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Buddy Wheatley
1 year
Honored to be a 35-yr dues paying union KY Prof. Firefighter. I worked the state conference this year and look who else showed up- @AndyBeshearKY . Both of us were endorsed, unanimously, by the statewide firefighters.
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Buddy Wheatley
5 years
I have moral issues with the call itself and with its restrictiveness. Our hands are tied…this is frustrating. #APensionIsAPromise
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Buddy Wheatley
11 months
Huge crowds and many friends along the way at Covington’s Pride parade today. #LoveIsLove
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
Black voters swept Joe and Kamala into office. I met a young black man, Lewis St, Covington, on campaign trail who said he wasn’t voting b/c it didn’t matter in KY. Handed him a voter registration card. He refused it. I set it next to him. 1 hr later, he and card were gone. ✍🏾🙂
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Buddy Wheatley
11 months
Got to be with great friends at Kentuckiana Pride today and at the All Wool and a Yard Wide 125th celebration. Thank you Louisville for the love, kindness and solidarity today. @MorganMcGarvey @RepJosieRaymond @PamForAG @KeturahHerron @grossberg4ky @michaelbowman @sierraforky
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
Being endorsed by @120Strong affirms my commitment to stabilize KY’s pension system. Public servants such as teachers, firefighters, and police officers have earned a secure retirement, and we must do more to attract and retain the best and brightest to public service.
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KY 120 United-AFT
4 years
KY 120 United is proud to endorse Buddy Wheatley for state representative of the 65th district. As a 4th generation firefighter & union member himself, Buddy knows the importance of our public servants to their communities & the pensions they deserve. #120Strong @buddywheatleyky
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Buddy Wheatley
5 years
During new legislators’ orientation last week, I asked the executive director of the Kentucky Legislative Ethics commission why Kentucky government is considered the most corrupt in the nation. Now I understand better.
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KY House Democrats
5 years
STATEMENT -- House Democratic Leader Rocky Adkins responds to the announcement that Gov. Bevin has called a special session to begin at 8 p.m. today.
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Buddy Wheatley
3 years
1 person and 1 person alone is stopping: -schools from opening -bars, restaurants from recovering -firefighters and police from getting vaccines ⁦ @senatemajldr ⁩ How will he come back to KY and tell us he is working for us? McConnell is for power McConnell is for big corps.
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
Vote @Rachel4KY tomorrow!
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NKY KFTC
4 years
We’ve told you that @kftc ’s PAC @newpowerky has endorsed @Rachel4KY on Tuesday’s election! She will work to ensure all Kentuckians have a say in what happens in their communities - regardless of race, income, geography, or if a person has a felony in their past! #kyelect
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Buddy Wheatley
3 years
Another good reason I will, again, file a bill to eliminate the straight party voting option in Kentucky.
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Dave Wasserman
3 years
On the eve of Census data release, two themes emerging: 1) Historic geographic polarization & straight-ticket voting makes district maps pretty much existential for parties 2) *State* supreme courts poised to be more important than ever when it comes to gerrymandering claims
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Buddy Wheatley
1 year
Proud of Covington, Mayor Joe Meyer, ⁦ @GovAndyBeshear ⁩ as they welcome President Biden to our riverfront.
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Buddy Wheatley
5 years
Kentucky history, a new direction for the nation! Congrats Andy!
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Buddy Wheatley
2 years
Wait! Hold on… Democrats cutting taxes? With Democrats, we want to cut taxes and still put Kentucky on a bold path to better schools, better jobs, better infrastructure and a happy, healthy future. 👇
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Buddy Wheatley
4 years
Looking forward to serving with you in Frankfort, @Rachel4KY !
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NKY KFTC
4 years
#Congrats to ⁦ @Rachel4KY ⁩ on her victory in the #NKySpecial ! We look forward to seeing in the #kyga ! #WeChooseKy #kyelect
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Buddy Wheatley
10 months
I had a great time at the Oldham County Days parade today! The best part of campaigning is meeting with excited voters around the state, and it's always fun to run into my fellow firefighters.
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