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Former Lexington City Councilman David Kloiber has announced his candidacy for the open seat in Kentucky’s Sixth Congressional District, following Andy Barr’s decision to run for the U.S. Senate. Kloiber, a Democrat, emphasizes affordable housing, healthcare costs, job creation, and quality public education. His campaign aims to address community needs while reducing divisive political rhetoric. He joins fellow Democrat Cherlynn Stevenson in a competitive race that could shift the political landscape in Kentucky.
LEXINGTON – Former Lexington City Councilman David Kloiber has officially announced his candidacy for the open seat in Kentucky’s Sixth Congressional District. This seat has become available following incumbent Republican Andy Barr’s decision to run for the U.S. Senate. Kloiber, a Democrat, is making his entrance into a competitive political landscape, emphasizing his commitment to addressing local issues important to constituents.
Kloiber is prioritizing significant topics such as affordable housing, healthcare costs, job creation, and quality public education. He has expressed a desire to “bring common sense back to the Commonwealth” and aims to reduce the heated political rhetoric that often defines discussions in Washington, D.C. Instead, Kloiber is focusing on the needs of the community and the constituents he plans to serve if elected.
As the second Democrat to enter the race, Kloiber joins former state representative Cherlynn Stevenson, who has also declared her candidacy. Kloiber’s previous political experience includes serving on the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council from 2020 until 2022. In the 2022 mayoral election, he garnered only 29% of the vote against the incumbent, Linda Gorton, who won with 71%. Kloiber invested $630,000 of his own money into that campaign, primarily funded through personal loans and family wealth.
Kloiber’s campaign is centered around a comprehensive platform that addresses crucial community needs. His initiatives focus on workforce development, job training facilities, and ensuring access to affordable housing and quality educational institutions. Additionally, he aims to foster small caucuses within Congress that can drive impactful policies beneficial to Kentuckians, promoting a collaborative approach among lawmakers.
Throughout the summer, Kloiber’s strategy involves extensive outreach efforts to connect with residents, understand their key concerns, and incorporate their feedback into his plans. His candidacy is seen as a response to the shifting political landscape in Kentucky and possible voter dissatisfaction with current Republican policies.
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has identified the Sixth Congressional District as “in play” for Democrats, signaling potential opportunities for change as Kloiber and other candidates prepare for the upcoming elections. In addition to Kloiber and Stevenson, other potential candidates eyeing the seat include State Rep. Ryan Dotson and several Republicans from the Kentucky legislature.
Kloiber runs a nonprofit organization, the Kloiber Foundation, which provides technological resources for students and teachers in Fayette County Public Schools, demonstrating his commitment to education and community service. With his experience, Kloiber hopes to leverage his local involvement to foster better policies and represent the interests of his constituents more effectively.
As the campaign progresses, Kloiber aims to establish a strong presence among voters, building on his past experiences and focusing on a platform designed to address the pressing issues facing residents of Kentucky’s Sixth Congressional District. With Kloiber’s announcement, the race for the congressional seat is heating up and may lead to a dynamic political contest as candidates vie to represent the region’s interests in Washington, D.C.
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- Kentucky.com: Kloiber announcement
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- Spectrum News 1: David Kloiber running for Congress
- Kentucky.com: Former councilmember announces candidacy
- Kentucky.com: Latest on the Congressional race
- Wikipedia: Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District
