[1]Charles Booker
Last weekend, Kentucky was devastated by a record-breaking tornado. The
damage was catastrophic — entire towns were erased, thousands of families
saw their homes disappear overnight, and many are still searching for
loved ones.
In spite of this tragedy, we did what Kentucky does best. We showed up and
took care of one other.
My campaign team and I drove down to Bowling Green after the storm to help
deliver aid. In the midst of the debris and destruction, volunteers from
all over Kentucky came to share their love, food, supplies, housing, and
support.
This is who we are. When I say I love Kentucky, this is why.
[1]Picture of someone walking down hall full of supplies
[2]Charles passing out supplies from the trunk of a car
We have seen so many tough times in Kentucky. But even in the storm, we
stand together, lean into our faith, and keep pushing ahead. Strength and
resolve are part of who we are as Kentuckians.
But the fact of the matter is that there are a lot of communities across
Kentucky that are now gone. Many of them may not return or will never be
the same.
It’s an urgent reminder of the deeper work we need to do to prepare for
the next crisis. So many of us were without food and housing before this
tornado. So many of us were hanging on by a thread before this storm.
We must do the deeper work and address the climate crisis, invest in
infrastructure, and end poverty. In a very real way, we must build back
better.
My campaign and I are committed to this mission starting with being in
Western Kentucky and spending as much time as needed to make sure those
who were impacted by this storm receive the care and support they need.
These past days have reaffirmed to me what I want to do with my life.
In all I do, I want to help the people of Kentucky. I just want my life
and the work I do to add value to a place and people that mean everything
to me. I want us to have healing and prosperity. I want us to thrive.
That’s the reason I will always show up. That’s my only agenda.
I love you, Kentucky.
Charles
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