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sheshe2

(83,789 posts)
Mon Feb 25, 2013, 03:00 PM Feb 2013

Will Ashley Judd Challenge Mitch McConnell for Senate? Kentucky Democrats Think So

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"I think the contrast would be so marked and I think it will be someone with a vision for the future and someone so stuck in a rut in the past that he no longer represents the future of the commonwealth," Yarmuth said.

One thing that's guaranteed is it will be a brutal race -- a 30-year veteran of Washington against a Hollywood star active in liberal Democratic politics from a legendary family. Judd's mother is the country singer Naomi Judd and her half-sister is the singer Wynonna Judd.

Yarmuth says Judd is ready and has even done opposition research on herself to see areas McConnell will try to "exploit."

"I think she has no illusions about what Mitch McConnell will do and the fact that his entire career he has demonized opponents and never talks about himself," Yarmuth said. "In her world she is used to dealing with a lot of nonsense so I think she will deal with it very well."




http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/OTUS/ashley-judd-makes-steps-senate-bid/story?id=18570742
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Will Ashley Judd Challenge Mitch McConnell for Senate? Kentucky Democrats Think So (Original Post) sheshe2 Feb 2013 OP
This is blowing my mind that it might become Cha Feb 2013 #1
I really believe she will be throwing her hat in the ring! sheshe2 Feb 2013 #2
"Blind follower".. I see. Cha Feb 2013 #4
The last polling I saw had them tied madville Feb 2013 #6
I'm not so sure about Mom and Sis. I believe...... socialist_n_TN Feb 2013 #5
That's what I was wondering.. Cha Feb 2013 #7
Not going to be an easy one madville Feb 2013 #3
It will a very difficult fight, madville. sheshe2 Feb 2013 #8
I hope GiveMeFreedom Feb 2013 #9

Cha

(297,297 posts)
1. This is blowing my mind that it might become
Mon Feb 25, 2013, 06:51 PM
Feb 2013

a reality, she!

Wondering if her Mom and Sis would do any benefits for her? One thing.. win or lose it will definitely be a Win for Women Everywhere because the Nation and the World will see upfront and personal how these lying fascists disrespect women.

Ashley will have money pouring into her campaign!

sheshe2

(83,789 posts)
2. I really believe she will be throwing her hat in the ring!
Mon Feb 25, 2013, 07:15 PM
Feb 2013
Yarmuth says Judd is ready and has even done opposition research on herself to see areas McConnell will try to "exploit."


We sure know what area he will "exploit"...and that will work in her favor. In the attack ad, they are already saying that she is a blind follower! They just can't get over their Stupid! I hope they bury themselves!

Women sure will be watching this closely, Cha!

Cha

(297,297 posts)
4. "Blind follower".. I see.
Mon Feb 25, 2013, 07:20 PM
Feb 2013

Right.. A woman couldn't have a mind of her own.

She

How about that Michelle at the Oscars via satellite!

madville

(7,412 posts)
6. The last polling I saw had them tied
Mon Feb 25, 2013, 07:25 PM
Feb 2013

44% among women voters. The turtle had an 18% lead among men.

socialist_n_TN

(11,481 posts)
5. I'm not so sure about Mom and Sis. I believe......
Mon Feb 25, 2013, 07:21 PM
Feb 2013

they're both Republicans, albeit not of the Teabagger variety. They'll probably just stay out of it.

Cha

(297,297 posts)
7. That's what I was wondering..
Mon Feb 25, 2013, 07:26 PM
Feb 2013

I always thought Ashely was too.. and when I found out she wasn't I was so Pleasantly Surprised!

I guess I'm just hoping the Judds might see the Light for Ashley..

madville

(7,412 posts)
3. Not going to be an easy one
Mon Feb 25, 2013, 07:20 PM
Feb 2013

But it will be a hell of a fight regardless. The last article I read said her unfavorability jumps to 48 percent when the pollster reminds them that she supports President Obama and his agenda. We know the GOP will take that line in their attacks since Obama is unpopular there, losing the state 61-38 to Mittens.

Three major factors in this state will be the GOP attack ads linking her to the President, turnout, and her stance on gun control. She will definitely have to jump to the middle in that state, may be a tough transition for her since she is so passionate about her causes.

GiveMeFreedom

(976 posts)
9. I hope
Mon Feb 25, 2013, 09:21 PM
Feb 2013

Miss Judd runs against the Turtleman. I will donate to her campaign, from California. Her and Senator Warren, would be nice to see.

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