2015 gubernatorial race

Daniel Mongiardo Mulling 2015 Gubernatorial Bid

Phillip M. Bailey — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 20:53:20 +0000

Former Kentucky Lt. Governor Daniel Mongiardo is considering a run for governor in 2015.

Mongiardo is among several Democrats—including current Lt. Gov. Jerry Abramson, Attorney Jack Conway and former State Auditor Crit Luallen—who are rumored to be running in three years.

The Hazard, Ky. physician exited public life two years after two failed bids for the U.S. Senate and being dropped by Governor Steve Beshear as his running mate for re-election.

But as the Lexington Herald-Leader's Jack Brammer reports, Mongiardo is searching for a entry point back into Frankfort politics.

From The Herald-Leader:

Mongiardo said Friday he is enjoying his life as an ear, nose and throat surgeon in Hazard with his wife and two children. "Stepping out of politics for a while has given me the perspective of what many people not in politics see," he said. "People are frustrated with the lack of progress and compromise in government."

Former U.S. Ambassador Mulls 2015 Gubernatorial Bid

Phillip M. Bailey — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 14:21:46 +0000

Former U.S. Ambassador to Latvia Cathy Bailey is considering a run for Kentucky governor. Bailey has been a chief fundraiser for Kentucky Republicans since leaving her post. She told Pure Politics' Ryan Alessi in an interview that she is flattered that her name is among the rumored candidates, but she wants to get past the presidential race and Sen.

Conway "Might" Run for Governor

Phillip M. Bailey — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 14:29:31 +0000

In an interview with Pure Politics, Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway says he "might" run for governor in 2015.

Political rumors are swirling and the speculation is that Conway will be a top contender to succeed Gov. Steve Beshear in three years, but the attorney general remains coy—at least on the record—for now.

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Chandler's Presence in Fancy Farm Audience Draws Questions About His Future Plans

Kenny Colston — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 13:01:01 +0000

While the biggest ticket at every Fancy Farm political picnic is the speaking, the after the picnic chatter revolves around whoever was working the crowd.

One surprise this year was Congressman Ben Chandler, who’s locked into another re-election fight in his Central Kentucky district, miles away from Fancy Farm.

Kentucky Public Radio caught up with Chandler at the grounds, where he said he was just visiting with friends for the weekend.