Bob Babbage recently shared his perspective with LEX 18 on how the conflict with Iran could influence Kentucky’s upcoming midterm elections and voter priorities.

As the General Assembly moves past its midpoint without budget action, a sweeping Kentucky Supreme Court ruling on charter schools reshapes the education debate while major policy bills continue advancing.

As the Kentucky General Assembly reaches the one-third mark, lawmakers advance major education reforms, public safety measures, and budget priorities — while new polling reshapes the state’s high-stakes Senate race.

The House unveils its $29.8 billion biennial budget, setting the stage for intense negotiations, while new fundraising reports reshape the high-stakes Republican primary for Kentucky’s open U.S. Senate seat.

As winter weather slows the Capitol calendar, lawmakers advance key firearms, education, and tax measures while high-dollar congressional and Senate primaries intensify across the Commonwealth.

The 2026 session opens in a temporary Capitol setting as lawmakers begin crafting the biennial budget, hear the Governor’s final budget address, and size up a candidate field favoring continued GOP dominance.

As the 2026 session begins, lawmakers face tighter revenues, a contentious budget cycle, and high-stakes debates over education, energy infrastructure, Medicaid oversight, and school choice.

For the second consecutive year, Julie Babbage Laungani, Rebecca Hartsough, and Sarah Wood were named among Kentucky’s Notable Women in Politics and Government, highlighting their sustained leadership and impact across the Commonwealth.

The annual "Fancy Farm" political picnic offered a glimpse of Kentucky’s 2026 Senate race to replace Sen. McConnell as candidates clashed and staked out positions.

In a recent article published by The Lane Report, Babbage Cofounder’s Bob Babbage and Rebecca Hartsough discuss significant policy changes resulting from Kentucky’s short legislative session.

Babbage Cofounder’s Bob Babbage and Rebecca Hartsough examine major policy priorities emerging during Kentucky’s short legislative session in a recent article published by The Lane Report.

In a recent article published by The Lane Report, Babbage Cofounder’s Bob Babbage and Rebecca Hartsough outline policy predictions and emerging issues expected to shape Kentucky’s legislative landscape in 2025.

Julie Babbage Laungani moderated a featured legislative panel at Greater Louisville Inc.’s year-end event, leading a dynamic discussion with top Kentucky House leaders on priorities for the 2025 session and the Commonwealth’s economic future.

Three Babbage Cofounder leaders were named 2024 Kentucky Notable Women in Politics and Government, recognizing Julie Babbage Laungani and Dr. Rebecca Hartsough for consecutive honors and celebrating Sarah Wood’s first inclusion.

In a recent article published by The Lane Report, Babbage Cofounder’s Bob Babbage and Rebecca Hartsough discuss timely policy priorities and the importance of strategic action in Frankfort.

Rebecca provided an update on HB 9 (G.R.A.N.T.), a transformational bill creating a state match to secure historic federal investment.

Kentucky voters head to the polls Tuesday as competitive GOP primaries, open seats, and ideological challenges test the balance of power across both chambers of the General Assembly.

The Kentucky Gazette named Rebecca Hartsough and Julie Babbage among its 2023 Notable Women in Politics and Government.

In a recent article published by The Lane Report, Babbage Cofounder’s Bob Babbage and Rebecca Hartsough discuss how the rise of artificial intelligence is shaping public policy conversations and regulatory considerations.

Bob Babbage shares his balanced political perspective twice each week on NewsTalk 590 WVLK in Lexington, discussing current events and key issues impacting Kentucky and national politics.