Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Barr will face Chandler in Fall race for Congress

Barr will face Chandler in Fall race for congress

"Central Kentucky Republicans chose Garland H. "Andy" Barr on Tuesday to challenge U.S. Rep. Ben Chandler, D-Versailles, in the Nov. 2 election for the 6th Congressional District.

Barr, a Lexington lawyer, easily led the pack of six Republican hopefuls. He raised at least $430,000 in campaign funds, far more than the rest of his rivals put together.

"The message sent tonight by the voters is that Central Kentucky is concerned that Washington is spending too much, that it's fiscally irresponsible, and that it's living beyond its means," Barr said."... read more: Barr will Face Chandler in Fall race for Congress



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