Democrat Jacqueline Coleman announces 2027 run for Kentucky governor

By: McKenna Horsley

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: April 20, 2026

Words: 966

Last Updated: 3 months, 1 week ago

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FRANKFORT — Standing in front of the Hall of Governors at the Kentucky Historical Society, Democratic Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman announced her 2027 run for governor Monday morning.

The 43-year-old, who is a former teacher, assistant principal and basketball coach, is making public education a cornerstone of her campaign. Coleman was Gov. Andy Beshear’s running mate for his 2019 and 2023 elections. She added that her run will focus on putting “people over …

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