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for "specific essential services", saying "If the legislative department fails to appropriate funds deemed sufficient to operate the executive department at a desired level of services, the executive department must serve the citizenry as best it can with what it is given. If the citizenry deems those services insufficient, it will exercise its own constitutional power – the ballot." Chief Justice Joseph Lambert dissented, claiming the executive spending plan was necessary. Two other justices, in a separate opinion, disagreed with the majority that federal and state constitutional mandates should still be funded in the absence of a budget. In their dissent, they argued that the threat of a government shutdown would act as an impetus for the General Assembly to engage in timely budget-making. The decision took no retroactive steps to change the actions it ruled unconstitutional, but it served as a precedent for any future cases of budgetary gridlock.

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for tax reform that he claimed was "revenue neutral" and would "modernize" the state tax code. The plan was drafted with input from seven Democratic legislators in the House, none of them in leadership roles, leading to claims that Fletcher was trying to circumvent House leadership. As the session wore on, Republicans insisted on tying the tax reform package to the proposed state budget, while Democrats wanted to vote on the measures separately. Despite last minute attempts at a compromise as the session drew to a close, the Assembly passed neither the tax reform package nor a state budget. The contentious session ended with only a few accomplishments, including passage of a fetal homicide law, an anti-

1343:. Only the additional charge against Nighbert was alleged to have occurred after Fletcher issued the pardon. On October 24, 2005, Fletcher filed a motion asking Franklin Circuit Court Judge William Graham to order the grand jury to stop issuing indictments for offenses that occurred prior to the blanket pardon; only the names of indicted officials could be included in the jury's final report. On November 16, Graham ruled that the grand jury could continue issuing indictments, but in a separate ruling, dismissed the indictments against Fletcher's staff and volunteer advisors on grounds that they were covered by the pardon. Graham did not rule on the latest indictment against Nighbert. The 343: 1235: 1540:

calling the Assembly into special session later in the year. In July, Fletcher called the session and included 67 items on its agenda. Democrats in the state House of Representatives maintained that none of the items were urgent enough to warrant a special session. They claimed the call was an attempt by Fletcher to boost his sagging poll numbers against Beshear, and the House adjourned after only 90 minutes without acting on any of Fletcher's agenda. Fletcher denied the claims and insisted that a tax incentive program was needed immediately to keep the state in the running for a proposed

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administration" but did not admit any wrongdoing personally. Fletcher also acknowledged that Stumbo's prosecution of the case " necessary and proper of his constitutional duty" and ensured that abuses of the merit system would be ended. In addition to dropping the charges against Fletcher, Stumbo conceded that any violations by Fletcher's administration were "without malice". Four members of the state Personnel Board who were appointed by Fletcher were required to step down. Their replacements would be chosen by Fletcher from a list provided by Stumbo.

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was not about a few people here and there who made some mistakes as Governor Ernie Fletcher had claimed," and lamented that the blanket pardon issued by Fletcher, coupled with Fletcher taking the Fifth, made it "difficult to get to the bottom of the facts of this case....As a result, in part forced to rely on documentary evidence to piece together the facts of the case." Fletcher opined that the allegations in the report were inconsistent with his settlement with Stumbo, which acknowledged that Fletcher's administration acted "without malice."

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judicial review by a Franklin County circuit court judge approved Fletcher's spending plan but forbade spending on new capital projects and programs. In late December 2004, a judge ruled that Fletcher's plan could continue to govern spending until the end of the fiscal year on June 30, 2005, but "thereafter" executive spending was to be limited to "funds demonstrated to be for limited and specific essential services."

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gambling, rather than the merit system investigation, the central issue. Beshear favored holding a referendum on a constitutional amendment to allow expanded casino gambling in the state, while Fletcher maintained that expanded gambling would bring an increase in crime and societal ills. The gambling

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The grand jury continued its investigation, issuing five more indictments after Fletcher issued his blanket pardon. Two were returned against members of Fletcher's staff, and two were against unpaid advisors to Fletcher. The fifth was issued against Acting Secretary Nighbert for retaliation against a

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to the nine indicted administration officials and issued a blanket pardon for "any and all persons who have committed, or may be accused of committing, any offense" with regard to the investigation. Fletcher exempted himself from the blanket pardon. The next day, Fletcher was called to testify before

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were notable exceptions. Fletcher's position cost him the support of the Kentucky Medical Association (KMA). After contributing to his campaign against Scorsone in 1998, KMA backed Scotty Baesler's bid to regain his old seat from Fletcher in 2000. However, Baesler only captured 35 percent of the vote

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and gallbladder disease. After surgery to remove the gallbladder, Fletcher developed a blood infection that slowed his recovery, but was discharged from the hospital on March 1. Days later, he returned to St. Joseph's with a blood clot which had to be dissolved, resulting in another five-day stay in

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The 2004 session marked the second consecutive session in which the General Assembly had failed to pass a biennial budget; the first occurred in 2002 under Governor Patton. When the fiscal year ended without a budget in place, responsibility for state expenditures fell to Fletcher. As it had been in

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on major state highways to 70 mph (110 km/h), and implementing new safety requirements for social workers and coal miners. Additional legislation stalled after negotiations over how to make the state's retirement system solvent reached an impasse. Fletcher indicated that he would consider

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issued a 4–3 decision stating that the General Assembly had acted unconstitutionally by not passing a budget and that Fletcher had acted outside his constitutional authority by spending money not specifically appropriated by the legislature. The majority opinion rejected the lower court's exception

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Throughout Fletcher's term, the Kentucky Senate was controlled by Republicans, while Democrats held a majority in the state House of Representatives. Consequently, Fletcher had difficulty getting legislation enacted in the General Assembly. Early in the 2004 legislative session, he presented a plan

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The grand jury issued its report on the investigation in October 2006, and a judge ordered it released to the public on November 16. The report categorized the Fletcher administration's actions as "a widespread and coordinated plan to violate merit hiring laws." It charged that "This investigation

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One of Fletcher's priorities that was not resolved during the session was the correction of unintended tax increases on businesses that resulted from the tax reform plan passed in 2005. Fletcher called a special legislative session for mid-June so that the legislature could amend the plan and also

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of the Saint Joseph Medical Foundation, an organization that solicits private gifts to Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lexington. In 1989, Fletcher's church called him to become its unpaid pastor, but over the years, he grew to question some of the church's doctrines, desiring it to become

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when news of the investigation broke, conceded via telephone news conference that his office may have made "mistakes" with regard to hiring that stemmed from not having a formal process for handling employment recommendations. Upon his return from Japan, Fletcher denied that the "mistakes" by his

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criticized Fletcher for not firing the indicted officials when he issued the pardons. Fletcher also called for the firing of state Republican Party chair Darrell Brock Jr. due to Brock's role in the merit scandal. The state Republican executive committee met on September 17, but did not act on

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poll found Fletcher's approval rating at 38 percent, tying the lowest rating reached by his predecessor, Paul E. Patton, during the sex scandal that tarnished his administration. On September 14, 2005, Fletcher fired nine employees, including four of the nine he pardoned two weeks earlier. The

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filed suit asking for a determination on the extent of Fletcher's ability to spend without legislative approval. A similar suit, filed after the 2002 session ended in deadlock, was rendered moot when the legislature passed a budget in a special session prior to the conclusion of the lawsuit. A

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Fletcher made economic development a priority, and Kentucky ranked fourth among all U.S. states in number of jobs created during his administration. One of his first actions as governor was to reorganize the executive branch, condensing the number of cabinet positions from fourteen to nine. He

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In early 2005, Fletcher announced his intent to run for re-election. Shortly after Fletcher was indicted by the grand jury in 2006, Lieutenant Governor Pence announced that he would not be Fletcher's running mate during his re-election bid. Fletcher asked for Pence's immediate resignation as

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to trim $ 370 million in projects from the budget passed by the Assembly. Although falling far short of his initial prediction of vetoing $ 938 million, Fletcher used the line-item veto more than any other governor in state history. One project not vetoed by Fletcher was $ 11 million for the

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was elected Commissioner of Agriculture. Fletcher resigned his seat in the House on December 8, 2003, and assumed the governorship the following day. Fletcher's victory made him the first Republican elected governor of Kentucky since 1971, and his margin of victory was the largest ever for a

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In the second half of 2004, Fletcher proposed changes to the health benefits of state workers and retirees. Fletcher's plan provided discounts for members who engaged in healthier behavior, which he called a transition from a sickness initiative to a wellness initiative. Acknowledging that

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is taped. Eventually, four slogans were chosen to be voted on online as well as at interstate travel centers. In December 2004, "Kentucky: Unbridled Spirit" was chosen as the winning slogan and was printed on road signs, state documents, and souvenirs. A 2007 study determined that 88.9% of

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and could not be prosecuted until he left office. Melcher asked that the two sides work together to reach a settlement in the case. On August 24, Fletcher and Stumbo announced such an agreement. Under the settlement, Fletcher acknowledged that evidence "strongly indicate wrongdoing by his

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asked Fletcher to include tax breaks for other businesses as well, but Fletcher insisted on a sparse legislative agenda. The session convened for five days and passed the tax breaks and amended tax reform plan unanimously in both houses. Fletcher applauded the legislature's efficiency.

1465:; his attorney entered "not guilty" pleas to all three charges on his behalf. On August 11, 2006, Special Judge David E. Melcher ruled that because the personnel violations were allegedly committed while Fletcher was acting in his official capacity as governor, he was protected by 951:, as his new running mate. Heleringer continued his legal challenge, first claiming that Bates' ineligibility should have invalidated the entire Fletcher/Bates ticket and then that Fletcher should not have been allowed to name a replacement for an unqualified candidate. The 936:, and "regularly" slept in his apartment in Virginia. Bates did not appeal the ruling because by allowing the judge to declare a vacancy on the ballot, Fletcher was able to name a replacement running mate, an option that would not have been afforded him had Bates withdrawn. 1264:

administration were illegal and called the investigation by Stumbo "the beginning of the 2007 governor's race", an allusion to Stumbo's potential candidacy in 2007. Stumbo denied any plans to run for governor in 2007, although he eventually became gubernatorial candidate

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Just prior to the Supreme Court's ruling, the grand jury handed down indictments against Fletcher for three misdemeanors – conspiracy, official misconduct, and political discrimination. Fletcher did not appear at his arraignment on June 9 because he was on vacation in

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out-of-pocket expenses would rise, Fletcher proposed a 1% salary increase to offset the additional costs. State employees, particularly public school teachers, broadly opposed Fletcher's plan, and the Kentucky Educators Association called for an indefinite

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on the law, and Heleringer has presented legal issues worthy of this court's time and attention". The state Board of Elections instructed all county clerks to count absentee ballots cast for Fletcher and Bates as votes for Fletcher and Pence.

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As a result of legislative redistricting in 1996, Fletcher's district was consolidated with the one represented by fellow Republican Stan Cave. Rather than challenge a member of his own party, Fletcher decided to run for a seat representing

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for hiring, promoting, demoting and firing state employees by basing decisions on employees' political loyalties. The investigation was prompted by a 276-page complaint filed by Douglas W. Doerting, the assistant personnel director for the

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in 1990. (Fayette County and the city of Lexington operate under the merged Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government). Fletcher accepted an invitation to become a member of the county Republican committee. In 1994, he was elected to the

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insisted on tying the reforms to the state budget, the legislature adjourned without passing either and the state operated under an executive spending plan drafted by Fletcher until 2005, when both the budget and the reforms were passed.

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for anyone on his staff implicated in the investigation, but did not pardon himself. Though the investigation was ended by an agreement between Fletcher and Stumbo in late 2006, it continued to overshadow Fletcher's re-election bid in

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As the Kentucky Supreme Court prepared to hear Fletcher's appeal on whether the grand jury could continue to indict people covered by his blanket pardon, two of the court's seven justices recused themselves from the case, citing

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firings were praised by Fletcher critic Charles Wells of the Kentucky Association of State Employees, who said: "When all else fails, the governor did the right thing." However, Democratic state senator and former governor

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awards at $ 500,000, and eliminated punitive damage awards. Despite an eventual compromise allowing patient lawsuits to go to state courts under certain circumstances and heavy lobbying in favor of Fletcher's bill by

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After the election, Fletcher founded Alton Healthcare, a consulting firm that helps healthcare providers make efficient use of technology in their practice. He has served as CEO of the company, which is based in

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Although Fletcher's agreement with Stumbo to end the investigation was announced in late 2006, the scandal continued to plague his re-election bid, and he drew two challengers in the Republican primary – former

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Alessi, Ryan; Bill Estep (May 23, 2007). "It's Fletcher Vs. Beshear – Governor Overcomes Negative Campaign; Republican Northup Fails to Sell Voters on 'Electability'; 'It Was Not Personal,' Says Hoover".

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On February 12, 2006, shortly after the beginning of the General Assembly's legislative session, Fletcher was hospitalized with abdominal pain. Doctors at St. Joseph East hospital in Lexington found a

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Kentuckians could correctly identify the slogan and its logo. Further, 64% of those surveyed across a ten-state region recognized the slogan and logo, higher than any other brand tested in the study.

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law – both advocated by Fletcher – failed early in the session, but both had been considered unlikely to pass before the session started. Among the bills that did pass the session were a mandatory

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dropped out of the race and endorsed Richards. Chandler won the Democratic primary by just 3.7 percentage points and was forced to reorganize his campaign. Consequently, Fletcher entered the

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Alessi, Ryan; Stamper, John; Brammer, Jack (April 25, 2006). "Money For Baptist College Stays In – Projects Slashed To Lessen Debt But Nothing Will Be Spent Until Case is Heard in Courts".

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military aircraft. In 1980, as budget cutbacks were reducing his squadron's flying time, Fletcher turned down a regular commission in the Air Force. He left the Air Force with the rank of

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Alessi, Ryan (September 15, 2005). "Fletcher Fires 9 for 'Mistakes' – Also Seeks Resignation of GOP Chairman, Disbands His Statewide Outreach Agency; Attorney General Sees Vindication".

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in Lexington. Along with former classmate Dr. James D. B. George, he co-founded the South Lexington Family Physicians in 1987. For two years, he concurrently held the title of

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Brammer, Jack; Ryan Alessi (May 28, 2005). "Defiant Fletcher Blames Politics – Says Inquiry Starts '2007 Governor's Race'; Stumbo Rejects Criticism, Claims No Plans to Run".

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Alessi, Ryan; Jack Brammer (May 8, 2003). "Fletcher Stays on the Ballot – Gubernatorial Ticket Validated Despite Switch of Running Mates; Supreme Court Rules Unanimously".

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Fletcher faced no major-party opposition in his re-election bid in 2002 after the only Democrat in the race, 24-year-old Roy Miller Cornett Jr., withdrew his candidacy.

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Brammer, Jack; Ryan Alessi (October 20, 2004). "Health Plan Passes – Strike is Canceled; Teachers Vote Not to Walk Out; State Employees Get New Insurance Deal".

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fraternity. After his freshman year, he married his high school sweetheart, Glenna Foster. The couple had two children, Rachel and Ben, and four grandchildren.

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In July 2004, Fletcher announced a plan to unify the state's branding to improve its public perception. Shortly after the announcement, late-night comedians

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Brammer, Jack (February 19, 2005). "Tax Overhaul Passed 96–4 By House – Approval is Major Step After Years of Efforts; Some Changes Expected in Senate".

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During the General Assembly's 2005 session, Fletcher again proposed his tax reform plan, and late in the session, both houses passed it. The plan raised

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the hospital. Fletcher staffers insisted that his absence did not have a negative impact on his ability to get legislation passed during the session. A

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and instead created the Kentucky Horse Racing Authority to promote and regulate the state's horse racing industry. To improve the state's management of

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Alessi, Ryan; Jack Brammer (May 17, 2005). "Cabinet Hirings Are Under Investigation – Attorney General Looks at Alleged Transportation Violations".

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affirmed Graham's ruling on December 16. Immediately after the Court of Appeals' ruling, Fletcher announced his intent to appeal the ruling to the

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Brammer, Jack; Ryan Alessi (May 28, 2005). "Druen Accused of 21 New Felonies – More Indictments in Hiring Inquiry; Allegedly Shredded Evidence".

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issue failed to gain as much traction as the hiring scandal, however, and Beshear defeated Fletcher by a vote of 619,686 (59%) to 435,895 (41%).

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Brammer, Jack; Ryan Alessi (March 27, 2003). "Judge: Bates Can't be on Ballot – Fletcher's Running Mate Fails to Meet Residency Requirement".

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Covington, Owen (July 6, 2007). "House adjourns, Senate to keep working in special session; Special session isn't justified, Richards says".

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Alford, Roger (November 7, 2007). "Beshear Coasts to Win; Scandal Was Too Much for the Incumbent to Overcome – Ethics was the Major Issue".

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In the midst of the primary campaign, the 2007 General Assembly convened. Among the accomplishments of the session were raising the state's

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lieutenant governor. Pence declined, but did tender his resignation as head of the Justice Cabinet. Fletcher named his executive secretary,

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The Assembly passed a biennial budget, but did not allow enough time in the session to reconvene and potentially override any of Fletcher's

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Brammer, Jack; Ryan Alessi (April 14, 2004). "Legislators Fail to Pass a Budget – Tax Plan Feud Puts Spending Power in Fletcher's Hands".

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Baniak, Peter (November 1, 1998). "6th District Race a Classic Contest Between Left, Right; Run for Congress has had Some Meaty Moments".

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Mark Gailey also mounted a challenge. In the final vote tally, Fletcher received 115,522 votes to Galbraith's 41,853 and Gailey's 3,313.

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York, Amanda; Courtney Kinney (March 17, 2004). "His First 100 Days – Whether You Love Him or Loathe Him, Fletcher is Making His Mark".

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Alessi, Ryan; Blackford, Linda B.; Brammer, Jack; Cheves, John; Ward, Karla (April 18, 2004). "Who Won, Who Lost in Fractious Session".

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Alessi, Ryan (June 6, 2004). "Fletcher's Plane Stirs a Panic – Capitol, High Court Evacuated; Loss of Electronic Signal Raises Alarm".

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rejected that argument on May 7, 2003, though the justices' reasons for doing so varied and the final opinion conceded that "his is a

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Grunwald, Michael (July 27, 1999). "GOP Doctors in the House Put Patients Before Party – Push for 'Bill of Rights' Irks Leadership".

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more evangelistic. Consequently, he left the Primitive Baptist denomination in 1994 and joined the Porter Memorial Baptist Church, a

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Covington, Owen (January 22, 2007). "Priorities changed late in session; Last-minute pension debate sidetracked other legislation".

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Alessi, Ryan (November 17, 2005). "Grand Jury Can Continue to Indict – Judge Dismisses Cases Against Four Governor's Side Appeals".

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In May 2005, Attorney General Stumbo began an investigation of allegations that the Fletcher administration circumvented the state

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judge ruled that Bates had not established residency in Kentucky. He cited the fact that from 1995 to 2002, Bates held a Virginia

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Brammer, Jack (July 11, 2006). "Grand Jury Can't Indict Those Pardoned – Appeals Court Also Says They Can't Be Named in Report".

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Brammer, Jack; John Stamper (November 16, 2006). "Grand Jury Blasts Fletcher – Visiting Japan, Governor Again Blames Politics".

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Alessi, Ryan (December 17, 2005). "Pardons Do Not Preclude Inquiry – Appeals Court Lets Grand Jury Proceed and Further Indict".

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Lockwood, Frank E. (February 16, 2002). "Fletcher's Opponent Drops Out of Race – 24-Year-Old Democrat Says Time is Not Right".

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Alford, Roger (August 25, 2006). "Deal Struck to End Case Against Fletcher – Governor Must Now Try to Rebuild His Reputation".

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Mayse, James (March 9, 2005). "Legislators pass flurry of bills on session's last day; Compromise reached on nutrition bill".

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Biesk, Joe (January 20, 2007). "Name recognition: Ex-congresswoman from Louisville trying to unseat Fletcher in GOP primary".

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Brammer, Jack; Ryan Alessi (May 19, 2006). "Court: Pardons Bar Later Charges – Ruling Covers Offenses Before Aug. 29, 2005".

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After the 2000 election, Fletcher crafted a compromise bill that allowed patients to sue their HMOs in federal court, capped

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Alessi, Ryan; Jack Brammer (February 27, 2007). "Pence Endorses Northup – Fletcher Camp Says 2003 Running Mate a 'Brutus'".

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Alessi, Ryan (July 1, 2004). "Air Controller Error Blamed For D.C. Panic – FAA Confirms Fletcher's Plane was not at Fault".

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Warren, Jim (March 2, 2006). "Fletcher Leaves Hospital for Home – Doctors Want Him to Rest, Ease Back Into Work Schedule".

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Lockwood, Frank E. (July 25, 2001). "Fletcher's Patients' Rights Bill in Trouble – Measure Appears Nearly 15 Votes Short".

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was empaneled in June 2005 to investigate the charges against Fletcher's administration. By August, the jury had returned

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and alcohol, as well as upping taxes on satellite television service and motel rooms. Businesses were also subjected to a

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Jordan, Jim; Alex Fontana (June 29, 2006). "Fletcher Signs Tax Relief Bill – Will Ease Burden on Smaller Businesses".

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Brammer, Jack (March 17, 2006). "High Court Rejects Special Justice Named by Fletcher – State Hiring Investigation".

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Musgrave, Beth (January 14, 2005). "Medical Board Sides With Governor – Complaint Claimed Death Warrant Unethical".

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Alessi, Ryan (March 15, 2006). "Judge Steps Down in Hiring Case – Fletcher Picks Another Substitute to High Court".

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Alessi, Ryan (March 4, 2007). "Northup Sets Tone of GOP Primary Race – Frontal Attacks on Fletcher Divide Party".

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Warren, Jim (March 14, 2006). "Fletcher Leaves Hospital – Drug Means He Must Guard Against Cuts and Bruises".

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Jay Leno's jokes about Fletcher's effort to create a brand for Kentucky prompted an appearance by Fletcher on

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Brammer, Jack (August 25, 2007). "Senate Passes Energy Measure – Fletcher Says He'll Sign Bill Next Week".

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rights groups had asked Fletcher to veto the funds because the university, a private Baptist school, had

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Alessi, Ryan (November 24, 2004). "State's New Brand Hits Road – Signage Goes Up Before Announcement".

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in 1994. Two years later he ran for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, but lost to incumbent

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Chellgren, Mark R. (August 30, 2005). "Fletcher Signs Blanket Pardons – Investigation Will Continue".

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legislation, Fletcher opposed a Democratic proposal that would have allowed individuals to sue their

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In June 2004, Fletcher's aircraft caused a security scare that triggered a brief evacuation of the

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Follow the Money – Ernie Fletcher & Stephen B Pence 2006 campaign contributions

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Chellgren, Mark R. (August 31, 2005). "Fletcher Pleads the 5th – Governor Says He Wants to Move".

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degree, but his deteriorating eyesight forced him to abandon his dreams of becoming an astronaut.

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for Thomas Clyde Bowling, who was convicted of a double murder in 1990 and sentenced to death by

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Barrouquere, Brett (November 19, 2004). "Did Fletcher Risk License By Signing Death Warrant?".

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Steitzer, Stephanie (March 11, 2006). "Fletcher Illness Has Little Impact on Political Work".

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2002, spending was governed by an executive spending plan created by the governor. Democratic

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against members of Fletcher's staff, and eventually against Fletcher himself. Fletcher issued

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were dispatched to investigate, and Fletcher's plane was escorted to its destination by two

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lay minister and is the second physician to be elected Governor of Kentucky; the first was

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York, Amanda (May 19, 2005). "High Court Rules Budgetary Actions Violate Constitution".

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Kreimer, Peggy; Stephenie Steitzer (August 11, 2006). "Fletcher Off the Hook, for Now".

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Brammer, Jack; Ryan Alessi (April 16, 2006). "Several Bills Dead on Arrival This Year".

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Alessi, Ryan (March 29, 2007). "Neither Chamber Gets Satisfaction – Work Left To Do".

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baseball bat and traded jocular barbs about the relative advantages of Kentucky and

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In the Republican primary, Fletcher received 53 percent of the vote, besting Nunn,

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against nine administration officials, including state Republican Party chairman

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to Fletcher's 53 percent. The remaining 12 percent went to third-party candidate

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Biesk, Joe (September 19, 2005). "Fletcher Calls For GOP Chairman to Resign".

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In the general election campaign, Fletcher attempted to make the expansion of

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Anne Northup challenged Fletcher in the 2007 Republican gubernatorial primary.

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Loftus, Tom (September 17, 2005). "Fletcher's approval rating sinks to 38%".

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Covington, "House adjourns, Senate to keep working in special session", p. A1

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by just over 25,000 votes. In 1998, Baesler resigned his seat to run for the

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by 4 votes over his closest opponent, he was defeated by incumbent Democrat

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Biesk, Joe (June 10, 2006). "Judge Sets November Trial Date for Fletcher".

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Ben Chandler, Fletcher's Democratic opponent in the 2003 gubernatorial race

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Barrouquere, "Did Fletcher Risk License By Signing Death Warrant?", p. A12

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The Unbridled World of Ernie Fletcher: Reflections on Kentucky's Governor

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Cross, Al (2004). "Ernest Lee Fletcher". In Lowell Hayes Harrison (ed.).

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Through his church ministry, Fletcher became acquainted with a group of

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York, Amanda (July 1, 2004). "Ruling Allows Fletcher Plan to Proceed".

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York, Amanda (September 22, 2004). "Fletcher Calls a Special Session".

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Steitzer, "Fletcher Illness Has Little Impact on Political Work", p. A1

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York, "High Court Rules Budgetary Actions Violate Constitution", p. A12

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from 2003 to 2007. He previously served three consecutive terms in the

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Kinney, Courtney (September 27, 2003). "Dr., Preacher, Pilot...Gov?".

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Collins, Michael (January 22, 2007). "Bunning Backs Northup for Gov".

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Brammer, "High Court Rejects Special Justice Named by Fletcher", p. B1

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Mayse, "Legislators pass flurry of bills on session's last day", p. B5

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Grunwald, "GOP Doctors in the House Put Patients Before Party", p. A1

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to report an unauthorized aircraft entering restricted airspace. Two

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in 1879. He was also the first Republican governor of Kentucky since

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Alessi and Brammer, "Cabinet Hirings Are Under Investigation", p. A1

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Wolfe, Charles (March 27, 2003). "Bates Can't Run in May Primary".

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Biesk, Joe (April 26, 2006). "$ 11M For College Triggers Lawsuit".

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and was selected as chairman of the Policy Subcommittee on Health.

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the grand jury, but refused to answer any questions, invoking his

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Scotty Baesler defeated Fletcher for a congressional seat in 1996.

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Kinney, Courtney (March 28, 2003). "Bates Won't Contest Ruling".

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York, Amanda (March 19, 2005). "Fletcher: Let's Do This Again".

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Mead, Andy (May 12, 1998). "Fletcher's Vision is Reaganesque".

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before resigning after being elected governor. A member of the

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Biesk, Joe (December 16, 2004). "Judge Sets Budget Deadline".

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made some tongue-in-cheek suggestions for the new slogan on

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except those against Administrative Services Commissioner

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to be posted on Capitol grounds in a historical context.

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to assist with reforming the state's health-care system.

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Biesk, Joe (July 27, 2004). "Leno Spot to Boost Image".

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Brammer and Stamper, "Grand Jury Blasts Fletcher", p. A1

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Lockwood, "Fletcher's Patients' Rights Bill in Trouble"

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later that year. After winning a three-way Republican

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Two years later, the Fletchers returned to 168:Kentucky House of Representatives 67:December 9, 2003 – December 11, 2007 16:American physician and politician (born 1952) 2540: 2538: 2429: 2228: 2226: 2220:Alessi, "State's New Brand Hits Road", p. A1 2105:York and Kinney, "His First 100 Days", p. K1 1793:Kinney, "Dr., Preacher, Pilot...Gov?", p. K1 1047: 991:. Chandler, the grandson of former governor 916:, and later, as McConnell's chief of staff. 896:In 2002, Fletcher was encouraged by Senator 3668:Republican nominee for Governor of Kentucky 2968: 2756: 2754: 2752: 2703: 2637: 2570: 2528: 2526: 2524: 2522: 2407: 2370:Chellgren, "Fletcher Pleads the 5th", p. 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In the Democratic primary, 788:Within months of arriving in 737:U.S. House of Representatives 533: 38: 4611:Intelligent design advocates 3397:Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer 1717: 1507:Third District Congresswoman 1376:and a repeal of the state's 1205:American Medical Association 1006:Due to the funding from the 949:Western District of Kentucky 646:Air Force Commendation Medal 429:Fletcher graduated from the 380:Air Force Commendation Medal 7: 3322:"Kentucky Unbridled Spirit" 1571: 1501:, as his new running mate. 1478:2007 gubernatorial election 1305:physical evidence tampering 1125:. The plane, a 33-year-old 878:2003 gubernatorial election 699:that gained control of the 616:. After flight training in 402:and politician who was the 10: 4687: 1489: 1299:, who was charged with 22 1230:Merit system investigation 881: 560:Robertson County, Kentucky 485:. 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