Category Archives: Politics

Ex-Gov. Grasping with Attempt at Preventing kynect Closure

Posted on February 19, 2016 by theurbanllama

Former Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear announced the formation last week of a tax-exempt organization to raise awareness about the impending demise of kynect, Kentucky’s locally-grown outlet of Obamacare, by new Republican Gov. Matt Bevin. The bipartisan organization, “Save Kentucky Healthcare,” … Continue reading →

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Republican Tone Turns Dark in Debate

Posted on February 14, 2016 by theurbanllama

Things were testy and acrimonious from the jump Saturday night at the Republican presidential debate in South Carolina. This was going to be tense regardless as the contestants for the GOP presidential nomination had winnowed to six, and separation is … Continue reading →

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Democrats Spar in Milwaukee As Race Heads to South Carolina and Nevada

Posted on February 12, 2016 by theurbanllama

The Democrats convened in Milwaukee, WI last night for the PBS NewsHour Debate. Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders sharpened their tones toward one another, with more pointed attacks on their records in an attempt to force contrasts between the two … Continue reading →

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Outsiders Win in New Hampshire

Posted on February 11, 2016 by theurbanllama

Results in the New Hampshire primaries Tuesday night validated the anger and anxiety being felt by voters across America, as Sen. Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump earned historic wins. Only two states have voted in the presidential nominating process thus … Continue reading →

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Iowa serves its purpose to thin the herd – bring on New Hampshire

Posted on February 9, 2016 by theurbanllama

Hats off to the voters of Iowa. After a year of blather from candidates across the board in both parties, it took the Iowa Caucuses, the nation’s first presidential nominating contest, to hone the focus of the campaign and clear … Continue reading →

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Grab the Jell-O, the Iowa Caucuses Kick Monday

Posted on January 31, 2016 by theurbanllama

Welcome to Iowa! Every four years the country turns its attention to the Hawkeye State as it serves as the first nominating contest in the race for America’s chief executive. The spectacle of baby kissing and political promises from presidential … Continue reading →

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kynect Braces for Winds of Change

Posted on December 4, 2015 by theurbanllama

It has been a long couple of months for kynect, the state-based insurance exchange that is Kentucky’s flavor of Obamacare. First the Kentucky Health Cooperative, one of the largest insurance providers on the exchange, announced it would shutter its doors … Continue reading →

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Importance Still Resonates 14 Years After 9/11

Posted on September 11, 2015 by theurbanllama

Having lived in Washington, DC on September 11, 2001, and seen the smoke rise from the Pentagon after it was attacked ensures I will never forget the significance this day holds. It serves as an excellent reminder to appreciate those … Continue reading →

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Gentrification Binds New Orleans on Katrina 10-Year Anniversary

Posted on August 29, 2015 by theurbanllama

If I had to pick a word that represents where New Orleans finds itself on this 10-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina it would be “changed.” The city still stands and from most accounts is thriving with a new energy and vigor … Continue reading →

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Get a Tote Bag with a Side of Healthcare at the kynect Booth

Posted on August 28, 2015 by theurbanllama

Tuesday was Senior Day at the Kentucky State Fair, and tens of thousands of individuals age 55 and above came by the busload to the fairgrounds to take advantage of the $1 admission available. It’s a great day to observe … Continue reading →

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