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Great progress in Louisville to reduce violence & keep our city safe. Big thanks to @LMPD & law enforcement partners for their dedication & @LouisvilleMayor + city leadership for driving a comprehensive approach that values both prevention & public safety bizjournals.com/louisville/new…

Strong local & state partnership made this happen. I remember helping facilitate stakeholder discussions as far back as 2016. The KYGA took action with several resolutions demanding action dating back to 2019. Grateful for the leadership that got it done.

Thank you @WHAS11 @WHAS11Doug @ConnieLeonard for the great discussion on the State of the Union! Play it back here: youtu.be/CNGN_a__j2Q?si… We covered key national & KY implications. What stood out most to you about the #SOTU26?

ICYMI Recap on last night’s #SOTU & chat about midterm elections #kyelect with @WHAS11 Powers That Be. Watch WHAS11+ On-Demand whas11.com/watch

Catch me tonight on @WHAS11 as we break down last night’s State of the Union 🇺🇸 Tune in live at 👉 whas11.com 👀

‼️Exciting news on #Type1Diabetes research: @Norton_Health’s new islet cell lab @ Wendy Novak Diabetes Institute could help unlock a cure by advancing islet cell science & collaboration nationwide. Thanks to @NovakFamilyFndt for fueling this effort! 👏👏👏 courier-journal.com/story/life/wel…

New legislation sponsored by Rep. Samara Heavrin aims to strengthen Kentucky's child care system and help more parents participate in the workforce. Learn more and show your support at opportunitystartshere.com.

Judges should be beyond reproach — when questions of conflict and poor judgment arise, they deserve scrutiny, not silence. This is about integrity in our justice system. #kyga26

Stories like this show why GVI matters. When we invest in people and provide real support, change is possible—for individuals and for our community. 👏@wdrbNews: From regret to redemption, a Louisville young man charts a new path forward wdrb.com/news/from-regr… via @WDRBNews

When we invest in early learning, we also invest in a safer future. Our new Quality+ pilot with @Thriveby5Lou gives kids the tools to learn and our city the tools to thrive. 📊 High-quality early learning programs help kids commit less crime in adulthood. 📊Children with access to early learning are 70% less likely to be arrested for violent crime by the time they turn 18 📊Early learning leads to a 19% lower arrest rate Quality+ Pilot Program: 26 childcare centers will receive tailored support ➡️ Funding for facility improvements ➡️ Professional development investments and dedicated coaching for staff ➡️ Assistance for families to access child care

Making the rounds in Miami GOP circles …

JCPS faces a $188M shortfall as budget cuts jump $90M in three months, raising questions about transparency. wdrb.com/news/education…

When we prioritize early learning, children have access to safe places to learn, families have the flexibility to choose the path that works best for them, and young people are more likely to live longer, more successful lives. In 2025, we: ➡️Launched @Thriveby5Lou A nonprofit to support quality early childhood learning opportunities for three and four-year-old children in Louisville ➡️Opened three Bezos Academy tuition-free pre-schools across in Fairdale, Okolona, and Russell. A fourth location in Louisville is on the way ➡️Announced Thrive By Five Louisville’s Quality+ Pilot Project A new initiative supporting 26 early learning providers throughout the city to improve the quality, stability, and accessibility of child care in Louisville 🔗louisvilleky.gov/government/may…

When they yelled, "Gas the Jews," your government did nothing. You encouraged terrorism by rewarding October 7th with a state. Now you dare speak as Jewish blood flows in your streets. Shame on you @AlboMP. Their blood is on your hands.

Great news, Louisville. We're celebrating the launch of the Thrive By 5 Louisville Quality+ Pilot Project, expanding our work to support early learning for young children across the city.

Thrive By 5 Press Conference 12-03-2025 x.com/i/broadcasts/1…