As many of our readers know, the Herald-Leader has had a longstanding policy that requires candidates to be interviewed either in person or a video call to be considered for an endorsement.
Our new executive editor, who arrived a year ago, maintained that policy, saying it’s essential for candidates to share their policies, platforms, positions and visions in person. This allows our editorial board members to directly discuss important issues with candidates before making a decision on who would be best in the race.
We are sorry to say that Congressman Andy Barr has once again declined our invitation to speak in person.
This is a pity because it’s clear we are a pivotal moment in our history, as Americans and Kentuckians. We wanted to hear the Lexington Republican’s views on the economy, the growing conflict in the Middle East, China-US relations, his concerns over “woke” investing and his thoughts on the 2024 presidential election, especially his strong alliance with former President Donald Trump.