KY Senate Majority Floor Leader, Security/Intelligence Instructor @UK_Patterson, former IC member, Catholic/Christian, husband to 1, father to 4, Irish
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The slap heard around KY occurred today to KY’s workforce who showed up daily to work & never stopped working during the pandemic. A $1,500 incentive to the first 15,000 currently unemployed Kentuckians to re-enter the workplace?!? How about we end the govt handouts instead!
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Just spoke with the KY State Park Commissioner, Russ Meyer…he informed me that KY State Parks are willing to take in & house at their lodges or rooms any individual or families who are needing housing as a result of this tornado damage in KY.
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The disgusting comments by Gov. Bevin insinuating that a peaceful protest by teachers would lead to sexual assault are reprehensible.
I don’t agree with these comments & I find them repulsive. I disagreed with his radio comments about teachers before & I disagree with these.
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Thank you to @RandPaul for making a stop in Adair County this morning and providing an update to the citizens of the 16th Senate District. A huge crowd was on hand at the community center for the event!
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‘We Want 2020 To End & We Want It NOW!!’ From our family to yours, Merry Christmas & Happy 2021 from the Wise family. @heatherhoodwise
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For the first time since mid April, I got to visit 1 hour bedside with @BamCarney today. Huge improvements in his voice and arms. His trach tube was also removed today. We laughed, told stories, shed tears & prayed. He said to thank all for the prayers sent up! Keep fighting
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The woke movement is alive & well in the KY Governor’s mansion after today’s vetoes of SB83 & SB1. A Governor who thinks that decades of females fighting for sports equality & replaced by transgender competition is not tuned into the people of the Commonwealth.
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Cannot love this picture enough. Thank you to all school districts across the Commonwealth showing love, support & unity for those counties affected by the recent tornado/severe storms. @dawneperkins
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He was a public servant who had a passion for education policy & representing his District with dignity & grit. He was a lifelong friend with a smile & a wink that myself & all who knew him will miss. Bam & his family have been a true testament to faith. RIP my friend. ❤️🙏
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Proud parent to see my dollars going to Ole Miss for my daughter’s education. This is how you stand for the US!
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God bless Texas! I fully support TX & I hope to see KY added to the growing number of states who support them as well.
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Left a piece of my ❤️ in Oxford, MS. Here’s to a happy & successful next chapter in life to our oldest, Grayson. My advice when leaving…go to class, sit in the front, go to class, keep your syllabus & no pictures of yourself & Lane Kiffin inside the sorority house. Hotty Toddy!
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A wonderful day to celebrate! Prayers for continued recovery & therapy for @BamCarney who is back home. Bam, his family, his friends, his colleagues & the community at large are a testament to faith & prayer. Welcome back home to Taylor County, Bam.
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I was hired by the FBI just months after 9/11 to work counterterrorism & intelligence. Thank you to the men & women who work in the shadows to keep us safe & allow us to have our freedom. God bless our 1st responders & those families whom we shall never forget.
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“Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more.” — The Grinch...Merry Christmas & a Happy 2020 from the Wise’s.
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Very excited & proud for our oldest daughter, Grayson, who has decided to take her academics, personality and charm to @OleMiss @CroftUM & the Honors College this Fall as a freshman. @heatherhoodwise & I are truly blessed parents. Bring on the Grove! #hottytoddy
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Warning: Proud parent moment. Jackson joined the TCHS 1,000 point club last night. Making the moment even more special was that his younger brother provided the assist. He has been working so hard to earn Varsity minutes so he could play on the court w his older bro this year
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Continued prayers for Bam this morning & specifically for healing to his liver. Prayers to the entire Carney family & their extended family for continued strength & peace.
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Celebrating 18 years of marriage with my beautiful wife @heatherhoodwise. There’s not enough characters in a tweet to describe how blessed I am to have her in my life.
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Excited & proud for my mom, her former players/staff, the LTB program & her 32 year coaching career at Campbellsville University.
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Happy bday to my beautiful wife @heatherhoodwise! Thank you for being my partner in life & the rock of our family. Enjoy your day!!
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It’s about priorities & the JCPS board & school leadership had 2.5 months to prepare for opening day, but instead they were more clearly focused on how to skirt around state law with special called mtgs instead of focusing on transportation logistics.
🚨NO SCHOOL | Due to yesterday’s transportation issues, JCPS will not have school Thursday, Aug. 10 or Friday, Aug. 11. We will use the next four days to fix issues associated with the new transportation plan in order to ensure the safety and well-being of our students & staff.
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Gaveled in today to start the 2020 legislative session & my 6th year in office. I ask for your prayers as we make decisions that directly affect every citizen of this Commonwealth. Prayers for wisdom, guidance & patience...thank you for allowing me to be your voice in the 16th
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Prayers for safe travel & workdays ahead for my wife & daughter & other medical professionals in Honduras on their International Medical & Dental Mission trip. @heatherhoodwise
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Unbelievable night in my hometown of Campbellsville & Taylor Co. Humbled to accept the invitation from @KellyCraftKY to be her Lt Gov nominee. I’m ready to get to work to restore KY’s Promise on this journey ahead with @heatherhoodwise, my family & this Team Craft campaign.
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Happy bday to my beautiful & caring wife @heatherhoodwise. Thank you for being the glue to our family and for the kindness and commitment that you have for your patients & the community. Have an awesome day! Love you.
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Thanks to my friend & colleague @buckethoover in our collaboration together on the Lake Cumberland State Park reopening joint letter & his phone call. Thankful for @GovAndyBeshear reverse decision to now allow all state parks to open. Huge relief for our District!
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Prayers for a successful surgery today & a healthy pathway ahead for Bam. Continued prayers to his family & friends for strength & peace.
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I’m thrilled that the KY Sup Court issued their ruling to keep out of control Gov Beshear in check.The legislature spoke, but he refused to listen & work with us. Today, that changes!The Gov must now work with the legislature and the will of the people who have limited his powers
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Honored to have been sworn in today for my second term as KY State Senator for the 16th District. I am looking forward to another term as an accessible legislator to my constituents and one who leads with wisdom & integrity. Thank you to my District for allowing me to serve you
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A huge shout to @M_Ryan02 whom my teenage sons met randomly today on the beach. He threw a deep pass to my 13 yr old son who said it was the perfect spiral and there was no way he could drop it. Thanks for being an awesome & humble guy to a group of teenage boys.
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Happy Anniversary to my beautiful wife @heatherhoodwise! Thank you for all that you do for me, our family and our community. You are loved and adored by many, but most importantly thank you for choosing me. Love you!
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Congrats @jackson_wise3! Proud of the high school career you’ve had, but most importantly for the man you’ve become. Love being your dad! Best wishes on your next chapter.
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Not a single question asked about an assassination attempt on Trump, port strike, China influence or Ukraine funding, but yes let’s ask about Jan 6th. Geez
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Once again, a ‘one size fits all approach’ is taken by this Gov & completely erodes local control decision making where local elected officials are listening to parents needs & wants while the Gov issues his ‘indoor mask mandate in schools’ EO while not wearing a mask himself.
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Paperwork filed this morning with the @KYSecState Office to seek re-election to the 16th Senate District. Looking forward to the challenges & opportunities that come with the 2022 legislative session & the future ahead.
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Packed house & turnout in CAMPBELLSVILLE to welcome the @DanielCameronAG bus tour with guests @SarahHuckabee & @Riley_Gaines_ . Honored to participate & fire up the crowd along w @sargepollock to elect a conservative KY governor & slate of candidates next week. Great job Cville
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Great having my oldest son Jackson with me on the Senate floor today as he was visiting the Capitol with his middle school leadership group. Love you buddy!
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Filing deadline passed yesterday & I am proud that my wife @heatherhoodwise has filed to serve the community, but I’m more grateful & thankful that she didn’t file for the State Senate District 16! 😅#citycouncilwoman #marriedup
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Dad brag…congrats @jackson_wise3 on your acceptance into the 2023 KY Governor Scholars Program (GSP) this summer. Very proud of your commitment to classroom academics, community service & athletic success. Love you son. @heatherhoodwise
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Congrats to those in the GSP Class of 2020 who were notified of their acceptance into this summer’s KY’s Governor’s Scholars Program. Especially proud of this one representing Taylor Co High School. Way to go Grayson! #prouddad
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I just want to take a moment to thank all of the organizers & individuals in Adair & Taylor counties & beyond who helped plan & took part in today’s ‘God’s Glory Over Bam Day of Prayer’ for @BamCarney. I pray for continued healing & recovery to our good friend Bam!
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Warning: proud dad moment. Congrats @jackson_wise3 on your letter of intent signing w @Centre_Bball. Very proud of your hard work, commitment & unselfishness on the court as TCHS’ all time assist leader & #9 ranking in the KHSAA career records book. Best wishes on the next step
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Proud of my daughter Grayson, a SR at Taylor Co HS, for attending & voicing her support for KY student athletes today at the Capitol, to include her younger frosh brother who had a football workout. Great to see the roles of dad & State legislator collide. #LetThemPlay
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Phenomenal Father’s Day weekend with my dad & two sons in Omaha at the @CWSOmaha. To see 3 walk off games is fantastic, but time spent with these guys is memorable. Great win by the CATS! @UKBaseball
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Racism and white supremacy are abhorrent. Our leaders and elected officials should reject it at every turn.
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Woke up feeling like the ‘little boy to adult’ car commercial on Christmas morning...1988 all over again.
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A beautiful celebration of life for our dear family friend, Lynne Givens, who fought like a warrior. Truly blessed to have known you. 🙏❤️
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Even though you’re 16 & got a newly issued driver’s permit today, don’t think for a minute that you’re getting the ‘88 Landcruiser son!
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Our 12 year old son Carter got a Valentines Day card for his 6th grade girlfriend without reading past the front cover...thankful that @heatherhoodwise found it before said card was delivered at school. What can I say...the boy takes after his old man! Happy ❤️ Day!
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Common sense...the vaccine is readily available...no excuses...it’s time to open the Commonwealth up
Louisville baseball coach Dan McDonnell is done with limited crowds. @WHAS11
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Congrats Jackson! It’s been a true joy watching your grit, hustle & passion from the stands over the years, but I am even more prouder to be your dad. Congrats son! ❤️💪
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Spotlight was truly on KY tonight highlighting our present & our future. Well done by all! @RandPaul @N1ckSandmann @djaycameron
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Constituent question from a day care owner in my District…‘will you please tell the Governor to come to my facility tomorrow to watch potty training & mask wearing for 2 year olds to see which is easier?’
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Wishing a happy & blessed 20 yr anniversary to my beautiful wife, @heatherhoodwise.
Thx for always being who you are...my best friend and a selfless, tireless wife, mother & leader who puts others before self. I wouldn’t be where I am at today over these 20 yrs if not for you.❤️
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Happy bday to my beautiful & awesome wife who keeps our entire family’s train on the tracks. She’ll be where she wants to be tonight & that’s in a gym watching b-ball. Someone please buy her a water & a bag of popcorn in my absence! Happy bday @heatherhoodwise! ❤️❤️
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I have stayed off social media & Twitter the past few days as I have spent time at Norton’s hospital alongside Bam & the Carney family & updating others on Bam’s status & recovery...this is despicable & exactly what is wrong with our society today. Not enough characters to tweet
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A campus & a country being stood up by Peter Millar, Vineyard Vines & Old Row. God bless these young men! @OldRowOfficial
One of the best photos of 2024 so far:
Fraternity brothers are pelted by anti-Israel protesters at UNC Chapel Hill while protecting the United States flag as it is re-hoisted following its removal by protesters.
Well done, gentleman. 🫡🇺🇸
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Happy 17th bday to my oldest, Grayson! Proud of the lady you are growing up to be. Enjoy your bday celebration!
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And that’s a wrap folks...from Wyoming, Idaho, Montana to Canada. We hope you have enjoyed our pics along the way. Beautiful places in every aspect...blessed to make family memories along the way!
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Beautiful winter day in Frankfort! Less than 24 hours away from KY General Assembly 2025. Let’s do this!
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All moved in for freshman year at Centre College. Best of luck in the classroom & on the bball court @jackson_wise3. Love ya son! @heatherhoodwise
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From our family to yours...we hope you create your own 'Christmas Story' this year. Merry Christmas from the Wise's!
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Beautiful evening to have our 1st family dinner night out of town in months. Thanks @TheRealJeffRuby for a wonderful meal & celebration. @heatherhoodwise
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You can learn more from the losses than you can the wins. Blessed to always having this crew in my corner. On to the next chapter & serving in the arena. @heatherhoodwise
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Thank you to the voters in the 16th Senate District for entrusting me for another term in office. I look forward to representing & serving you with the same accessibility, transparency & integrity that you expect from this position.
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It just means more…wow!!
While we’re all enjoying the Masters Kentucky basketball has a sold out arena for a press conference @BarstoolUK
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Today was a result of great collaboration amongst all of our higher Ed institutions in presenting SB6 & NIL. A special thank you to @UKMitchBarnhart @UKCoachCalipari for testifying in support of the bipartisan bill from myself & @MorganMcGarvey @KyWhitney
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Dad brag…proud of @graysonwise2 for being recognized by @OleMiss & @RebelTHON as a ‘miracle maker’ for her leadership, service, work & philanthropy with the ‘Rebelthon’ dance marathon for childhood cancer and sharing her & her younger brother’s story of cancer. Way to go!
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As one who has sponsored NIL legislation in KY, I commend the University of Tennessee with cutting bait with the QB situation. College athletics is not about student athletes holding out of practice & negotiations. Good for the coaches, staff & university.
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Looking forward to the opportunity ahead as the new KY State Senate Education Cmte Chairman. I plan to lead & work hard as I have in life...by being a rational & deliberate listener with respect & grace for all stakeholders.
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I join my colleagues from both sides of the aisle in condemning the awful rhetoric that was shown on the Capitol grounds. This is not our Kentucky folks and this behavior is an embarrassment to us all.
This is a new low and it is disgusting and wrong. I wish I were more surprised but this vitriol comes from the top. I hope Republican leaders join me in condemning violent threats against any elected official.
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A toast to one of the best! Happy Father’s Day to the most selfless and kindest man to all. I’m blessed to have him as my dad.
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First day of in-person learning! Thank you to all of our school administrators, local officials, educators, parents, grandparents & students for working together to get us to this point. Here’s to a safe & healthy school year to all.
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Great day spent with my two sons watching the opening round of the @KHSAA Boy’s Sweet 16 Tournament and making multiple trips to the concession & ice cream stand.
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#freethegrapes Thank you to my colleagues today in helping to remove KY as 1 of 5 states who do not allow direct shipment of wine into & from KY to consumers.
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A beautiful Easter morning in the Commonwealth. He is Risen indeed! Blessings to all on this Easter Sunday.
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Was unopposed on today’s ballot & honored to have another legislative term in the KY State Senate. Looking forward to working hard on behalf of the constituents in the 16th District starting this upcoming legislative session.
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Happy 21st wedding anniversary to my beautiful wife & partner in life, @heatherhoodwise. I sure couldn’t manage life without you. I look forward to the many chapters in life that are ahead of us. Thank you for saying yes to me & being my biggest fan as I am yours. Love you!
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Attention…any UK fans traveling to Oxford & the Grove this weekend for the game…please feel free to stop by my huge multi-tent & TV tailgate pre or post game for an awesome time. DM me for details & for any info you may need about Fri night & the weekend in Oxford. 💥💪
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17 years today I outkicked the coverage. I love you more & more every day. Thanks for all that you do for me & our family. Happy Anniversary @heatherhoodwise!
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