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It was the same story in Benton… in Danville… in Morehead… all around the Commonwealth and all around the country. Our country has remembered that peace and protest can – and must – co-exist. (9/9) — PolitiTweet.org

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In Hazard, a town of about 5,000 people in eastern Kentucky, citizens gathered for what they called a “March of Love.” (8/9) — PolitiTweet.org

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In southeastern Kentucky, in Corbin, more than a hundred gathered for a peaceful demonstration that included a prayerful moment of silence. The police officers keeping watch joined in. (7/9) — PolitiTweet.org

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In Henderson, in western Kentucky, two hundred people – protesters, law enforcement, and local leaders alike – gathered for an interfaith prayer vigil. (6/9) — PolitiTweet.org

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And while a lot of ink has been spilled recently about our big cities, we cannot miss that this moment is echoing throughout small-town America as well. (5/9) — PolitiTweet.org

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In Lexington, a moment of silence was held at an historic former slave market. Then a group marched to police headquarters. Police officers including the Chief came out and met them in civil discourse. (4/9) — PolitiTweet.org

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In my home state of #Kentucky, in Louisville, just like around the nation, hundreds gathered to remember Breonna Taylor on what would have been her 27th birthday and continue to call for answers. (3/9) — PolitiTweet.org

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But unlike what our nation faced about a week ago, this weekend’s demonstrations seem to have been almost entirely peaceful. No more rampant looting. No more police precincts set on fire. By and large, just peaceful protests in our great American tradition. (2/9) — PolitiTweet.org

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.@SenateMajLdr McConnell: This weekend saw millions of Americans once again take to streets and town squares to protest the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and other black Americans at the hands of law enforcement. (1/9) — PolitiTweet.org

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Clark added to HIDTA program - Winchester Sun reports. @SenateMajLdr McConnell: “As long as #Kentucky families continue to be plagued by addiction & substance abuse, I’ll keep working to deliver the federal resources & support to keep our communities safe. https://t.co/G3cvDAb51w — PolitiTweet.org

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.@senatemajldr Mitch McConnell announced Friday that Logan, Simpson, and Clark counties in #Kentucky have been chosen for inclusion in the Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program. https://t.co/TkXXc997nH — PolitiTweet.org

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.@LifeSkillsInc1: Grateful for funds to equip 400+ clinicians w/tools to improve access to mental health support, receive treatment for substance use disorders, support individuals w/intellectual & developmental disabilities. We thank @senatemajldr for championing the CARES Act — PolitiTweet.org

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.@senatemajldr McConnell’s CARES Act focuses on expanding reach of healthcare heroes and today announced @LifeSkillsInc1 received $490,000 for telehealth services, upgrades in rural #Kentucky: https://t.co/kFzmBob2K4 — PolitiTweet.org

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.@SenateMajLdr McConnell frequently visits our Commonwealth's capital in Franklin County to meet with Kentuckians. Speaking with families and community groups helps his work in the Senate. Happy Birthday Kentucky. #Bluegrass120 https://t.co/K7Q9jokyqo — PolitiTweet.org

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In Franklin County with @KYAgCommish, @SenateMajLdr McConnell announced his plan to legalize industrial hemp. @KyStateU, also in Franklin County, was among the first universities to explore the opportunities for hemp. https://t.co/ebdA4yexea #KyAg365 https://t.co/isSyn3MXj2 — PolitiTweet.org

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As a student of history, @SenateMajLdr McConnell helped @KyHistSoc secure federal funding to restore historic paintings in the Old Kentucky State Capitol. In 2018, he delivered a speech there on #Kentucky leaders in the U.S. Senate. Watch: https://t.co/sybYAkpidE #Bluegrass120 https://t.co/41c57Yz2e4 — PolitiTweet.org

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Franklin County leaders asked @SenateMajLdr McConnell's help when applying for competitive transportation funding. He worked with the Trump administration to deliver a major award to improve the Second Street Corridor. #Bluegrass120 https://t.co/oHUimM3vpe https://t.co/qOExmqeiiq — PolitiTweet.org

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Last month, @SenateMajLdr helped the city of Frankfort secure an @EPA grant for environmental cleanup & development. Investing these federal funds can help revitalize #Kentucky communities for new opportunities #Bluegrass120 @statejournal reports: https://t.co/9mQaXmALx8 — PolitiTweet.org

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#Kentucky communities and businesses are stepping up to face this virus. @BuffaloTrace in Franklin County joined other @KyDistillers to begin producing hand sanitizer to help meet the needs of medical professionals and first responders. #Bluegrass120 — PolitiTweet.org

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In response to COVID-19, @SenateMajLdr McConnell led the Senate to pass historic relief in the CARES Act. Franklin County has received more than $1.5 million to support first responders, students, housing programs and local infrastructure. #Bluegrass120 — PolitiTweet.org

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This week, #Kentucky marked its 228th birthday. To honor the Commonwealth's history and people, @SenateMajLdr McConnell will spotlight Franklin County, home of our capital city, as #Bluegrass120. https://t.co/Sou4siqZ6d — PolitiTweet.org

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.@SenateMajLdr McConnell signed ✍️ updated #PaycheckProtectionProgram bill in his office before sending it to the White House for @POTUS @realDonaldTrump signature. @ABC36News reports: #Kentucky businesses applaud flexibility added to ‘Paycheck’ program https://t.co/YKwEFUVxPe https://t.co/eAqJ2bYK5X — PolitiTweet.org

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#Kentucky small businesses are benefiting from this successful program — PolitiTweet.org

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.@SenateMajLdr McConnell & #Kentucky Businesses Praise Passage of Bill Giving Additional Flexibility to the #PaycheckProtectionProgram. https://t.co/LK5XEH0cwG — PolitiTweet.org

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.@ABC36News reports: @SenateMajLdr McConnell announces Lexington, Louisville, and state of #Kentucky to get $23 million in federal coronavirus relief funds for homeless and affordable housing programs. https://t.co/Mx06q7rcBT https://t.co/xopOHMGh6q — PolitiTweet.org

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.@SenateMajLdr McConnell’s CARES Act Directs Federal Funds to Help Kentucky’s Homeless Population during Coronavirus Pandemic https://t.co/prwA7NoUWr — PolitiTweet.org

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Utilizing his role as Majority Leader, Senator McConnell secured additional #Kentucky counties into the federal anti-drug program @ONDCP @AppalachiaHIDTA to help protect families from drug production & trafficking throughout the state: https://t.co/KhEpoeOAqL — PolitiTweet.org

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.@LEX18News reports: @SenateMajLdr McConnell announces coronavirus funding for Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton said: "Thanks to Senator McConnell for helping our City recover from the economic blow of COVID-19." https://t.co/1rZQrufeeO https://t.co/T4ZCOU0sgt — PolitiTweet.org

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.@TheLaneReport: @SenateMajLdr McConnell announces #Kentucky hospitals to receive $1.8M for COVID-19 research https://t.co/GVpmXxO5EK https://t.co/AFl8Be3m6R — PolitiTweet.org

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.@WKDZ reports: @SenateMajLdr McConnell announces Christian County receives $58,000 from CARES Act: https://t.co/MJqBpphHEc https://t.co/aSASMiGse8 — PolitiTweet.org