Kentucky is holding elections, including for governor, on May 16, 2023. A number of candidates running in these elections completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.
Below is a selection of responses from the candidates who filled out the survey as of Feb. 15, 2023. To read each candidate’s full responses, click their name at the bottom of the article.
David Cooper (R) is running for governor of Kentucky and the primary election is on May 16. Here’s how Cooper responded to the question: “What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?”