Endorsements
These endorsements speak to a belief that College Democrats of Kentucky ought to be an organization that stays close to the people it serves. They reflect support for a campaign rooted in steady leadership, real organizing, and a commitment to students, working people, and communities all across the Commonwealth. This vision is about building a CDKY that is active on campus, connected to local communities, and willing to put in the work it takes to grow stronger over time. It is about making sure every campus matters, every county has a place, and the future of this organization is built with care, purpose, and a whole lot of heart.
Former State Rep. Rocky Adkins
Rocky Adkins endorsed this campaign because he knows the kind of leadership it takes to represent Eastern Kentucky well. Coming from the same part of the Commonwealth means understanding that real change does not come from talk alone. It comes from showing up, putting in the work, and standing by your people even when the road is not easy. That same Eastern Kentucky spirit is at the heart of this campaign: steady leadership, a strong work ethic, and a real belief that progress is built by the folks willing to roll up their sleeves and get it done.
CD-5 Candidate Ned Pillersdorf
Ned Pillersdorf endorses this campaign because he has spent his life standing up for people who too often get overlooked and pushed aside. That kind of work takes grit, conviction, and a real sense of responsibility to the people you serve. Those same values are part of what this campaign is about. Coming out of Eastern Kentucky means understanding the struggles our communities face, but it also means believing in their strength. This campaign is rooted in that same belief: that real progress comes when people are willing to speak up, stay engaged, and put in the work to make things better.
KY HD 96 Candidate Pam Lewis
Pam Lewis is endorsing this campaign because she has seen the work up close. Coming from the same hometown, she knows the values, the grit, and the kind of dedication that shaped it. More than that, working side by side on her campaign, she has seen firsthand the long days, the steady effort, and the willingness to do the hard, often unrecognized work that actually moves things forward. Her endorsement carries weight because it comes from real experience and real trust. It reflects confidence in a campaign built on loyalty, work ethic, and the kind of leadership that knows talk is cheap and real change only comes when you roll up your sleeves and get to work.