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Candidate Interview-William Compton US House KY District 2

Kenton County Democrats Season 1 Episode 11

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In this episode of the Blue Dot podcast, hosts Natalie MacDonald and Brian Koehl interview William Compton, a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives from Kentucky's second district. Compton shares his journey from being a public school educator to running for Congress, driven by a desire to improve the lives of his students and community. He discusses his campaign priorities, including affordable healthcare, education reform, and addressing the unique challenges faced by rural communities. Compton emphasizes the importance of grassroots involvement and the need for compassion in politics, while also advocating for clean energy initiatives to boost job growth. The conversation highlights the differences between Compton and his opponent, Brett Guthrie, and explores the potential for bipartisanship in addressing key issues affecting Kentuckians.