08/21/2026
In 1895, future Governor William Goebel (NKY’s last Gov) survived a literal shootout on the streets of Covington. After Goebel exposed the corruption of local political boss John Sanford, Sanford confronted him on the sidewalk and drew his gun. Goebel drew faster, shooting Sanford in self-defense. Goebel was fully acquitted. He went on to become Governor because regular Kentuckians knew he couldn't be bullied by the corporate and political establishment. Unfortunately his term only lasted 4 days before he was assassinated in Frankfort.
Politics today is a battle of votes, not bullets—but NKY still deserves leaders with that exact same backbone. I'm proud to stand up to anyone blocking progress for working families in Frankfort.