The Misadventures of Moscow Mitch--From Mitch McConnell Retirement Committee: Mitch LTE
By Kit O’Connor, Frankfort, KY
I was struck recently by Mitch McConnell’s ad that begins with an image of him speaking with our governor, Andy Beshear. It’s no secret that Governor Beshear has been viewed overall favorably for the way he’s handled the coronavirus crisis, but i find it absurd that Senator McConnell would use his image for an ad, thereby implying that they’re working together. The truth is that while Andy Beshear is fighting for the lives of all Kentuckians, Mitch McConnell is turning his back on us.
A tale of two leaders has emerged. One leader, Gov. Beshear, urges unity in the face of this crisis. He has said that he hopes we can be considered “the kindest generation.” The other leader, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, continues to divide the United States into red and blue states, and his approach is anything but kind.