Political Quotes

Andy Beshear

The Public Record

Andy Graham Beshear is the 63rd Governor of Kentucky, having taken office on December 10, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served as the Attorney General of Kentucky from January 4, 2016, until December 10, 2019. As governor, Beshear has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development, aiming to improve the quality of life for Kentuckians. He has also been vocal about the importance of community support and unity during times of crisis.

Quotes by year · 2019–2026280 total · peak 2026 (165)
2019: 1 quote2020: 4 quotes2021: 6 quotes2022: 5 quotes2023: 2 quotes2024: 12 quotes2025: 85 quotes2026: 165 quotes

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  1. Directly and verbally address the people of Kentucky and provide proof of your capacity to serve or resign.5 sources2026lailluminator.com
  2. Over the last several weeks, Kentuckians have grown increasingly concerned about the current state of your health and wellbeing, and ability to hold office in the United States Senate.4 sources2026cbsnews.com
  3. If Senator McConnell is unwilling to voluntarily show that he still has the capacity to serve, I will insist that you as the Majority Leader of the Senate fully investigate his condition, report to the American people, and begin the process if warranted.4 sources2026lailluminator.com
  4. I am living, breathing proof that Democrats can win anywhere, and we should be fighting everywhere.3 sources2026abcnews.com
  5. We win by staying true to our values of compassion, of empathy, of doing right by our neighbors, and by focusing on people’s daily and most pressing needs.2 sources2026kentuckylantern.com
  6. If we’re going to win both chambers [of Congress] and we’re going to turn that around, it’s not by saying kids are food insecure. It’s that they’re hungry.2 sources2026kentuckylantern.com
Oct 2, 2026

That’s the day I learned that explaining our ‘why,’ having the respect for each and every voter, can create grace and space to not just be anti-this or pro-that and have a real conversation.

kentuckylantern.com
Oct 2, 2026

If we’re going to win both chambers [of Congress] and we’re going to turn that around, it’s not by saying kids are food insecure. It’s that they’re hungry.

kentuckylantern.com
Oct 2, 2026

We win by staying true to our values of compassion, of empathy, of doing right by our neighbors, and by focusing on people’s daily and most pressing needs.

kentuckylantern.com
Oct 2, 2026

When we retake the U.S. House, we can stop this federal administration from doing more harm. But if we take the U.S. Senate, we can start undoing that harm.

huffpost.com
Oct 2, 2026

I don’t have any announcement today, but I will say that my commitment is to not leave a broken country to my kids or anyone else’s.

huffpost.com
Oct 2, 2026

A Democratic governor, in a Trump +31 state, is building affordable housing on top of coal mines with solar panels on the top. We can do hard things.

huffpost.com
Oct 2, 2026

We’re going to elect you governor of Georgia.

huffpost.com
Oct 1, 2026

This $10 million commitment will help us build on the progress we’ve made by advancing postpartum and prenatal care for new and expecting mothers.

arkansasadvocate.com
Sep 30, 2026

There is only one elected official in the entire country actively engaged in socialism, and his name is Donald J. Trump.

salon.com
Sep 30, 2026

There are different ways to fight, and here’s what I’d say to a lot of people: If somebody’s yelling, and you yell back, then nobody can hear a thing.

salon.com
Sep 30, 2026

What’s an approval rating worth if you’re not going to use it for something?

salon.com
Sep 30, 2026

In an age of authenticity — when your Instagram video is important and your TikTok video is important — people want to know you, what drives you.

salon.com
Sep 30, 2026

Now go and do likewise.

salon.com
Sep 28, 2026

I created the Office of Music because Team Kentucky wants to make sure our commonwealth remains a place where musicians can build a career, where venues and festivals can thrive and where people can come together to enjoy great music.

kentuckylantern.com
Sep 28, 2026

Music is a part of who we are in Kentucky. We are proud of our musical heritage – from Bill Monroe and Loretta Lynn to Tyler Childers and Chris Stapleton.

kentuckylantern.com
Sep 24, 2026

Government is meant to help hardworking people like these miners, and Congress has a chance to make a difference by supporting this legislation.

kentuckylantern.com
Sep 24, 2026

Unfortunately, the current system is inadequate, and the value of their benefits continues to shrink as inflation grows and costs continue to rise.

kentuckylantern.com
Sep 24, 2026

Kentucky miners powered homes, communities and our economy for generations, and it’s important we show up for them in return by making sure they have the care and support needed to treat black lung disease.

kentuckylantern.com
Sep 24, 2026

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, is hinting that he might be interested in running for president in 2028.

reason.com
Sep 21, 2026

To our fellow Kentuckians who are struggling with mental health or addiction, please remember that it’s OK to not be OK.

kentuckylantern.com
Sep 10, 2026

If you are for tariffs, vote for Donald Trump, the Republican candidate. If you are for gas being higher, vote for Donald Trump, the Republican candidate. Otherwise, vote for the Democrat.

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 2, 2026

I didn’t believe data centers needed incentives and would support rolling back any of that.

kentuckylantern.com

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