Kentucky Lt. Gov. Dan Mongiardo, a candidate in the Democratic primary for Senate, has a new TV ad proclaiming his staunch opposition to cap-and-trade — a prime example of how environmental issues can cut against liberals in a coal state.
“I’ll be a champion for Kentucky coal,” Mongiardo says, then making an accusation against his opponent in the primary, state Attorney General Jack Conway: “My opponent Jack Conway supported cap and trade, and has invested millions in a Texas natural gas company.”
The TPM Poll Average gives Mongiardo a lead of 39.0%-31.4% in the Democratic primary. For the general election, both candidates trail the Republican contenders Rand Paul and Trey Grayson.
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