The Kentucky primary election is right around the corner, and it’s your chance to have a say in important state executive official elections. From governor to attorney general, there are several positions up for grabs. Mark your calendars for the key dates and get ready to exercise your democratic right!
Election Details
- Filing deadline: January 6, 2023
- Primary: May 16, 2023
- General: November 7, 2023
How to Vote
On election day, the polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Make sure to carve out some time to make your voice heard.
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Governor and Other Offices
In the 2023 elections, seven state executive offices will be contested. These include:
- Governor
- Lieutenant Governor
- Attorney General
- Secretary of State
- Treasurer
- Auditor of Public Accounts
- Commissioner of Agriculture
Candidates
Let’s take a closer look at the candidates for some of these positions:
Governor
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General Election Candidates:
- Andy Beshear (Incumbent) (Democratic Party)
- Daniel Cameron (Republican Party)
- Brian Fishback (Independent) (Write-in)
Democratic Primary Candidates:
- Andy Beshear (Incumbent)
- Peppy Martin
- Geoff M. Young
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Republican Primary Candidates:
- Daniel Cameron
- Jacob Clark
- David Cooper
- Bob DeVore
- Eric Deters
- Mike Harmon
- Alan Keck
- Kelly Knight Craft
- Denny Ormerod
- Ryan Quarles
- Johnny Ray Rice
- Robbie Smith
Lieutenant Governor
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General Election Candidates:
- Jacqueline Coleman (Incumbent) (Democratic Party)
- Robby Mills (Republican Party)
- William Fishback (No Party Affiliation) (Write-in)
Attorney General
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General Election Candidates:
- Pamela Stevenson (Democratic Party)
- Russell Coleman (Republican Party)
Secretary of State
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General Election Candidates:
- Michael Adams (Incumbent) (Republican Party)
- Charles Wheatley (Democratic Party)
- Ken Moellman (No Party Affiliation) (Write-in)
Democratic Primary Candidates:
- Charles Wheatley
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Republican Primary Candidates:
- Michael Adams (Incumbent)
- Stephen L. Knipper
- Allen Maricle
Treasurer
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General Election Candidates:
- Michael Bowman (Democratic Party)
- Mark Metcalf (Republican Party)
- Robert Lee Perry (No Party Affiliation) (Write-in)
Democratic Primary Candidates:
- Michael Bowman
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Republican Primary Candidates:
- Andrew Cooperrider
- Mark Metcalf
- OJ Oleka
Auditor of Public Accounts
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General Election Candidates:
- Kimberley Reeder (Democratic Party)
- Allison Ball (Republican Party)
Democratic Primary Candidates:
- Kimberley Reeder
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Republican Primary Candidates:
- Allison Ball
- Derek Leonard Petteys
Commissioner of Agriculture
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General Election Candidates:
- Sierra Enlow (Democratic Party)
- Jonathan Shell (Republican Party)
Democratic Primary Candidates:
- Sierra Enlow
- Mikael Malone
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Republican Primary Candidates:
- Richard Heath
- Jonathan Shell
Voting Information
For more information on how to vote, please refer to the official Kentucky voting guidelines.
Context of the 2023 Elections
Kentucky’s political landscape has seen the ebb and flow of party control over the years. Scroll through the table below to get a glimpse of the party control trends from 1992 to 2024.
| Kentucky Party Control: 1992-2024 |
|---|
| Eight years of Democratic trifectas • Three years of Republican trifectas |
Past Elections
In 2019, Kentucky held several important elections, including those for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, treasurer, auditor, and agriculture commissioner.
Ready to Make Your Voice Count?
The Kentucky primary election 2023 is your chance to shape the future of your state. Don’t forget to mark your calendar, research the candidates, and head to the polls on election day. Remember, your vote matters!
External Links
For more information on Kentucky’s political landscape, visit the official website of the state of Kentucky.
Footnotes
- State of Kentucky, Frankfort (capital)
- For more information on what’s on your ballot, elections, and how to vote, visit Ballotpedia.
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