GOP Lawmaker to Challenge Bevin

LONDON, Ky. -- A Republican state lawmaker will challenge Governor Bevin in this year's primary election.

Representative Robert Goforth announced his candidacy Tuesday..        

A pharmacist from Laurel County, Goforth criticized Bevin as a being "molded by New England and Wall Street."  

Goforth opposes abortion and expanded gambling.    He's pre-filed a bill in this session that would further restrict abortions.   

Governor Bevin has said he will seek re-election, but he has not yet filed the paperwork.


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