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Dr. Rand Paul's 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament Promotes Fiscal Responsibility

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Dr. Rand Paul recently initiated the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament with the aim to highlight fiscal irresponsibility and advocate for transparency and accountability in congressional spending. The tournament, structured in a bracket-style competition, unveiled some of the most extravagant expenditures across different sectors, serving as stark reminders of the crucial need to balance the country's budget.The event emphasized the significance of prudent financial management and the elimination of unnecessary expenses. As Dr. Rand Paul stated, "This bracket-style...

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Dr. Rand Paul Calls Out Uniparty Spending Problem, Files Motion to Refer with Instructions to Cut 5 Percent from Spending Bill

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has raised concerns about the excessive spending habits of both parties in Washington, particularly in relation to a $1.2 trillion spending bill set to pass. Dr. Paul's motion aims to address this issue by proposing a 5 percent cut from the bill, exempting funds for defense and border security.During his Senate floor speech, Dr. Paul highlighted the alarming rate at which the national debt is increasing, stating, "We are spending at such a rate that we add an average of a trillion dollars to the debt every 90 days." He emphasized that the...

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80.7% of Edmonson County residents old enough to vote in 2021

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Of the 12,165 citizens living in Edmonson County in 2021, 80.7% were old enough to vote, equating to 9,817 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Dr. Rand Paul Challenges Bipartisan Spending with Motion to Cut 5 Percent from Bill

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul has taken a stand against the excessive spending habits of both parties in Washington by filing a motion to refer with instructions to cut 5 percent from a $1.2 trillion spending bill set to pass. In his remarks on the Senate floor, Dr. Paul highlighted the alarming rate at which the national debt is increasing, emphasizing the need for fiscal responsibility.Dr. Paul expressed concern over the rapid accumulation of debt, stating, "We are spending at such a rate that we add an average of a trillion dollars to the debt every 90 days." He warned that...

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Dr. Rand Paul's 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament promotes fiscal responsibility

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Dr. Rand Paul launched the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament to highlight fiscal irresponsibility, promote transparency, and ensure accountability in congressional spending. The bracket-style competition featured wasteful expenditures across sectors, emphasizing the need for a balanced budget.

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Senator Rand Paul Advocates for Spending Cuts in Senate Floor Speech

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky made a strong statement on the Senate floor today, criticizing both parties for their excessive spending habits. In response to a $1.2 trillion spending bill on the table, Senator Paul filed a Motion to Refer With Instructions to cut 5 percent from the bill, exempting funds for defense and border security.During his speech, Senator Paul highlighted the alarming rate at which the national debt is increasing, stating, “We are spending at such a rate that we add an average of a trillion dollars to the debt every 90 days.” He emphasized the...

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Dr. Rand Paul Proposes Cutting 5 Percent from Spending Bill to Address National Debt Crisis

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has taken a stand against excessive spending in Washington by calling for a 5 percent reduction in the $1.2 trillion spending bill currently under consideration. Dr. Paul highlighted the urgency of the situation, stating, “We are spending at such a rate that we add an average of a trillion dollars to the debt every 90 days.”During his remarks on the Senate floor, Dr. Paul emphasized the need to address the nation's growing debt crisis, attributing it to the unchecked spending habits of Congress. He warned, “Our nation’s greatest threat comes...

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Isaac Stansbury, former Greenwood High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 8 seed.

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has unveiled the lineup for the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, featuring 16 earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill under consideration by Congress. The tournament, dubbed the "Shameful 16," highlights extravagant uses of taxpayers' money for individual Senators' pet projects.Among the earmarks are allocations such as "$2M to the University of Maine for the construction of a kelp and shellfish nursery" and "$1.7M for wind energy workforce education and training in New York." These earmarks have come...

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul has unveiled the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, featuring 16 earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill currently under consideration in Congress. These earmarks, dubbed the "Shameful 16," represent individual Senators' pet projects funded by taxpayers' dollars.Among the controversial earmarks are allocations such as "$2M to the University of Maine for the construction of a kelp and shellfish nursery" and "$1M granted to SAGE, an elderly LGBTQ+ advocacy group in New York for 'cultural competency' training for medical staff."The...

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul has unveiled the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, featuring 16 controversial earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill under consideration by Congress. Referred to as the "Shameful 16," these earmarks allocate taxpayers' money to various projects, sparking debate and scrutiny.Among the highlighted earmarks are allocations such as $2 million for a kelp and shellfish nursery at the University of Maine, $388,000 to Columbia University in New York, and $1.5 million for Game On New York to boost the gaming industry. Senator Paul's tournament...

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul has unveiled the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, featuring 16 earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill currently under consideration in Congress. In a statement released today, Dr. Paul highlighted the "Shameful 16," which represent some of the most questionable allocations in the proposed legislation.Among the earmarks included in the tournament are allocations such as $2 million to the University of Maine for a kelp and shellfish nursery, $1.5 million for economic development training for lobstering in Maine, and $1 million for the...

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has unveiled the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, which highlights 16 controversial earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill under consideration by Congress. Senator Paul referred to these earmarks as the "Shameful 16," criticizing the use of taxpayer funds for individual Senators' pet projects.Among the earmarks included in the tournament are allocations such as $2 million to the University of Maine for a kelp and shellfish nursery, $1.5 million for Game On New York to expand the gaming industry, and $250,000 for the Byrd Center...

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Dr. Rand Paul announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has unveiled the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, featuring 16 earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill under consideration in Congress. Senator Paul's selection of the "Shameful 16," which represent questionable use of taxpayer funds, includes a diverse range of projects across different states.Among the earmarks are allocations such as "$2M to the University of Maine for the construction of a kelp and shellfish nursery" and "$388K to Columbia University in New York, a private university with a $13.6 billion endowment." These...

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Senators Paul and Peters Launch Bipartisan Investigation into Biodefense and Life Science Research

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 20, 2024

U.S. Senators Rand Paul and Gary Peters have announced a joint investigation to address national security threats related to high-risk biological research and technology. The bipartisan effort aims to assess and mitigate risks that could lead to serious biological incidents, whether intentional, accidental, or natural.Ranking Member Paul emphasized the need for the Senate to conduct a bipartisan inquiry into the origins of COVID-19. He stated, "In order to prevent a more catastrophic pandemic from occurring, we must understand the nature of US-funded biotechnology and...

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Dr. Paul Highlights Continued Executive Branch Obstruction Related to COVID-19 Origins Records

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 20, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) shed light on the challenges faced in obtaining crucial information regarding the origins of COVID-19. Speaking at a hearing focused on federal records management and transparency, Dr. Paul emphasized the ongoing obstruction by federal agencies in providing necessary documents.During the hearing, Dr. Paul expressed frustration over the government's reluctance to cooperate with Congressional oversight requests, stating, "The government continuously obstructs my efforts to obtain crucial information regarding the...

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Guthrie’s BOLD Act Reauthorization Passes Out of Full E&C Committee

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 20, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brett Guthrie's Building Our Largest Dementia (BOLD) Infrastructure for Alzheimer’s Reauthorization Act of 2024 has successfully passed out of the full House Energy & Commerce Committee, moving towards consideration by the House of Representatives.In a statement released after the bill's advancement, Congressman Guthrie expressed his satisfaction, stating, "Today I was proud to see my bill, the BOLD Reauthorization Act, advance through the Energy & Commerce Committee in bipartisan fashion." He emphasized the importance of addressing...

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Former Grace Christian Academy guard BJ Marable’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Grace Christian Academy Forward BJ Marable’s collegiate team the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 15 seed.

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Former Francis Joseph Reitz High School guard Khristian Lander’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Francis Joseph Reitz High School Guard Khristian Lander’s collegiate team the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 15 seed.