28 October, 2026

Today, I am proud to announce my candidacy for Secretary of State of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

I am running because public service should mean something. It should mean integrity in every decision, accountability in every action, and a government that remembers who it serves: the people of Kentucky.

The Secretary of State’s office is about more than elections and paperwork. It is about protecting the integrity of our democratic process, making government accessible, preserving public trust, and helping Kentucky businesses and entrepreneurs navigate the path to success.

As Secretary of State, I will be committed to three fundamental principles:

Integrity: Our elections must be administered according to the law, with fairness,  transparency, and professionalism. Every eligible voter deserves the opportunity to participate, and every lawful vote must be handled with care.  

Accessibility: A Government that works for the people

Accountability: Public office is a public trust.

Kentucky is home to hardworking families, proud communities, small-business owners, veterans, farmers, and people who believe that honest work and responsible leadership still matter. As your next Secretary of State, I will respect every Kentuckian and approach this responsibility with dedication, independence, and a commitment to the law.

This campaign is about confidence wherever it is needed, strengthening the services people depend on, and ensuring that the Secretary of State’s office remains focused on its core responsibilities—not political theater, not personal agendas, but public service.

I recognize that trust is not earned through promises alone. It is earned through consistent actions, sound judgment, transparency, and results.

That is the standard I intend to uphold.

Today, I ask Kentuckians to join me in building a campaign grounded in integrity, driven by service, and committed to a government that works for everyone.

I am running for Secretary of State because I believe those principles matter—and because Kentucky’s future is worth the work.

Thank you, and may God bless the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

-Brad