John Yarmuth’s most recent poll was performed by the Democrat-affiliated polling firm Coopers & Secrest. Coopers & Secrest have cultivated a reputation as Democratic push-pollster in a number of districts across the country. Most  recently, Coopers & Secrest was accused of attacking Gov. Bobby Jindal in 2007 for being Catholic. Such allegations have surfaced in other areas as well. In Ohio, Coopers & Secrest alleged in their polling that Republican Martin Hoke was a member of a cult.

Lally Raises More than $289k, Finishes with Nearly $270k Cash-On-Hand Republican candidate Todd Lally announced today that his campaign has raised over $379,000 for this election cycle and has had a strong fundraising showing in the second quarter, taking in over $289,000 and finishing with over $269,000 cash-on-hand. Lally outraised incumbent Democrat John Yarmuth, who posted a paltry $200,000 in the second quarter, vastly underperforming expectations and setting the stage for a hard-fought battle in Kentucky’s Third District.

GOP congressional candidate Todd Lally released his campaign’s first internal poll after winning the May primary. Lally surprised many with his strong win in the primary, but his landslide victory corresponded with the campaign’s internal polling performed by Rivercity Polling, a Republican-affiliated consulting group. Rivercity’s latest poll showed support for Lally at 43%, Yarmuth at 44% and Undecided or Other at 13%. The automated poll was conducted from June 20-29, and surveyed 300 likely voters with a margin of error at + 3%.

Since the current budget rules were put into place in 1974, the House has never failed to pass an annual budget resolution…. until now. With our nation reeling from 10 percent unemployment, 14.3 trillion in debt, and a 33 percent drop in new home sales, Congressman Yarmuth and the Pelosi Congress deliver another blow to the economic security of taxpayers and residents in Louisville, Kentucky. He comes back to the district with no budget, no path to reduce the deficit and tired excuses about the former administration. This kind of procedural incompetence can no longer be tolerated. Today, there are two worlds: the real world, where Americans are struggling in these terrible economic times and are anxious about the national debt’s effect on their children’s future, and the fantasy world of John Yarmuth and the Pelosi Congress, who believe government and its failed programs will solve the fiscal emergency our government currently faces. Now, more than ever, Mr. Yarmuth’s voting record paints a clear picture of why he must be replaced, and checks and balances restored to Washington DC. GOP Todds slam Dem incumbents for no vote on budget

While I applaud all efforts to increase energy independence, the route in which this Congress has decided to go runs right through the energy heartland of Kentucky. Faced with 10 percent unemployment, skyrocketing debt and uncertainty about the world economic market, there are better solutions than implementing the radical Cap and Trade proposal championed by Vice President Biden and Congressman Yarmuth.

The Democratic majority in the House, including co-sponsor John Yarmuth, jammed through a piece of legislation that clearly violates the Constitution, as well as basic principles of fairness and equity. The Supreme Court calls it ‘viewpoint discrimination,’ and every first-year law student knows that it’s illegal.

Congressman John Yarmuth is holding a job skills training event today to help job hunters hone their career skills. It is worthy of applause that the Congressman has taken notice of the unemployment problem in his district, as it stands significantly higher than the national average. What is bothersome, however, is the fact that the Congressman’s voting record demonstrates a willingness to tax job creators relentlessly. He has commented publicly that small businesses are not taxed too much, and he has supported legislation tied to the very tax increases that have cost thousands of jobs right here in Louisville. Third District Republican candidate Todd Lally laments the split personality of his representative, “John Yarmuth wants it both ways; he wants to be the nice guy who holds meetings and talks like he’s a friend of workers, but then he wants to go back to Washington and vote to kill the jobs that should be keeping them working. He can’t have it both ways.” Yarmuth’s voting record includes support for the controversial ‘Obamacare’ bill, single payer, increase of the debt ceiling, bailouts, cap and trade, and the $787B ’stimulus’ package that promised to stop unemployment at 8 percent, more than a year ago. It is a record that has Mr. Yarmuth’s constituency asking the question, “Where are the jobs, John?” We won’t hold our breath for an answer.

Friends, I want to express my tremendous appreciation for the great efforts of all the staff, volunteers, and contributors who made this victory possible. We began this campaign with a lot to prove to the skeptics and naysayers, and with your hard work and strong beliefs that a brighter morning can dawn in Washington, DC, you proved that and more. Whether is was putting up yard signs, wearing a Lally for Congress shirt or making a contribution, large or small, it was the efforts of hundreds of committed citizens who believed in our message of fiscal responsibility, limited government, and the unique role of America in the world to protect freedom that made this happen. Heather and I want to personally thank each and every one of you for your efforts. The landslide victory of the May 18th primary was your landslide victory. I would also like to thank my primary opponents: Larry Hausman, Jeff Reetz, and Brooks Wicker. Their vigorous campaigns, and their gracious calls on election night further demonstrate the resolve we all share to get our country back on the right track. We are proud to have run a positive campaign within a field of outstanding candidates. Now we go on to the November 2nd general election with a united Republican Party, ready to take our message to all the voters in Jefferson County. With your help, we will once again prove the doubters wrong . We will have another proud election night, and Louisville will send its message to Washington and America that we are taking our country back. With my highest regards, Todd

With a deafening margin of 26 percent, Republican Todd Lally secures his place on the ticket in November, where he will challenge John Yarmuth for the 3rd district US Congressional seat. Lally’s 52% mandate (with 97 percent of precincts reporting) sends a clear message that the party is not divided against itself as some have suggested.

I am humbled and honored to announce that State Senator Dan Seum has endorsed my campaign. Senator Seum, the State Senate Majority Caucus leader, was responsible for leading the charge to end the Vehicle Emissions Testing program. I am honored to have the “V.E.T. Slayer” endorse my campaign.