John Yarmuth
John Yarmuth
John Allan Yarmuthis the U.S. Representative for Kentucky's 3rd congressional districtand has been since 2007. He is a member of the Democratic Party and a former member of the Republican Party...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionPolitician
Date of Birth4 November 1947
CountryUnited States of America
poverty steps moral
Taking responsible steps to reduce poverty is not merely a moral imperative but an economic one.
reality voice space
When your voice contradicts reality and truth, the only way to create space for it is to discredit reality and truth.
real problem hypothetical
Leading is not hypothetical debating; it's about solving real problems.
philosophy ideas survival
I know that in the battle of ideas, Republican politicians are at a distinct disadvantage. Their fundamental philosophy - which I characterize as survival of the fittest, richest and whitest - is too callous for most Americans.
gun gun-control silent
...I will not be silent any longer.
thinking government understanding
Actually we're not hearing a lot about gas prices right now from constituents. And I think that reflects a growing understanding on the part of the public, that there really is very little that the government and politicians can do.
opportunity voice people
If you destroy the credibility of those people or institutions that could undermine your own, you create an opportunity for your voice, however irresponsible or misleading it may be, to gain traction.