U.S. Rep. John Yarmuth, D-Ky., predicts the New Year will bring more partisanship to Congress as the presidential election heats up. Last year, Congress faced a possible government shutdown and a contentious debate to extend the payroll tax cuts among several other partisan debates. For most of the year the Republican-controlled House clashed with the […]
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Fischer In Washington For Conference Of Mayors Meeting
Former Mayor Jerry Abramson was once president of the group. Fischer spokesperson Chris Poynter says the change in mayors in Louisville is not likely to cost the city any clout in the conference.
Yarmuth Expects Little Congressional Action Before Election
Congressman John Yarmuth of Louisville says it appears that only one legislative item will get serious consideration before the November 2 midterm election.