Gov. Andy Beshear's allies form group to promote the Democrat's agenda in GOP-leaning Kentucky
https://ca.news.yahoo.com/gov-andy-beshears-allies-form-152219142.htmlThis is reporting from the Canadian Press
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — People close to Gov. Andy Beshear formed an advocacy group Wednesday to promote the Democrat's agenda in Kentucky, as his allies try to build on his reelection victory and bolster his resume by turning more of his proposals into enacted policies in the Republican-leaning Bluegrass State.
The action signals a more aggressive strategy to advance Beshear's second-term agenda as the 46-year-old governor takes other steps to expand his political brand beyond his home state. Beshear's national profile rose after his convincing reelection win over GOP challenger Daniel Cameron last November.
The newly formed 501(c)(4) group called “Heckbent” will promote key Beshear proposals by supporting grassroots advocacy, said Eric Hyers, his chief political strategist. It also could bankroll radio or TV ads in Kentucky.
The effort comes as Beshear tries to make inroads with the state's Republican-dominated legislature on education funding and other key issues. The new group's name plays off a Beshear remark during last year's campaign, when he accused his Republican opponent of being “heckbent” on changing the Medicaid program in ways that would cause some people to lose their benefits.
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