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politics2 years ago

"Kentucky Gubernatorial Candidates Make Final Push on Election Day 2023"

Voters in several states head to the polls for off-year elections with major stakes, including competitive governors' races in Kentucky and Mississippi. Issues like abortion access and marijuana legalization are also on the ballot in Ohio. Democrats face challenges in races for state agriculture commissioner, with Republicans currently occupying all 12 seats in the South and Midwest. In Virginia, Republicans are seeking control of the Legislature, while in Pennsylvania, voters will fill an open seat on the Supreme Court. Voting has been mostly smooth, although some snags have been reported, such as mis-recording of votes in Pennsylvania and registration tablet issues in Kentucky.

politics2 years ago

The Democratic Party's Loss of State Agriculture Policy Control: What Went Wrong?

Democrats have lost control of state agriculture commissioner positions in 12 states in the South and Midwest, including Kentucky, where Republicans now occupy all 12 seats. This shift reflects the decline of the Democratic Party in the region and the Republicans' focus on down-ballot races. Agriculture commissioners have significant influence over issues such as pesticide regulation and animal disease outbreaks. Republicans have successfully applied their core message of free markets and limited government to these positions, while Democrats have struggled to connect with rural voters and have often prioritized urban agendas.