Louisville Deserves Better Than A “Sketchy” Dan

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Daniel Grossberg should not represent Louisville in Frankfort.

For nearly two years, Kentuckians have read report after report about allegations of harassment, intimidation, inappropriate conduct toward women, and an ethics investigation that ended with Grossberg agreeing to pay fines and accept a public reprimand.

This is not what Democratic leadership looks like. It is not what women in politics should have to tolerate. And it is not what Louisville deserves.

On Tuesday, May 19, Democratic voters have the power to turn the page.

Vote Daniel Grossberg out.

Timeline: The Pattern Behind “Sketchy Dan”

A record of conduct, complaints, and consequences

Daniel Grossberg coined the name “Sketchy Dan” as a nom-de-plume for a column in his college newspaper where, according to the Lexington Herald-Leader, “he recommended that ‘lonely,’ ‘horny’ and ‘creepy’ young men aggressively pursue women on campus, even if the women weren’t interested.”

Last year, the Lexington Herald-Leader reported that “Sketchy” Dan, “offered a dancer at a Louisville strip club $5,000 to have sex with him about two weeks before he was banned for life for inappropriately touching another club dancer.”

Allegations Begin to Surface

Multiple women have come forward with allegations of inappropriate conduct.

Reports emerge detailing allegations from women who say Grossberg engaged in inappropriate behavior, including unwanted contact and conduct that made them uncomfortable.

Democratic Leaders Respond

Calls for accountability and resignation grow.

As reporting spreads, Democratic leaders and organizations begin calling for Grossberg to step aside, citing concerns about his conduct and its impact on women and public trust.

Examinations and Political Fallout

Ethics scrutiny and ongoing reporting

The allegations prompted formal review processes and continued media scrutiny, keeping the issue in the public eye and raising broader concerns about workplace culture and accountability in Frankfort.

February 2026

Grossberg agrees to ethics penalties.

Daniel Grossberg agrees to pay $2,000 in fines and accept a public reprimand from the Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission.

What This Means

This is not one story.

It is not one report.

It is not one mistake.

It is a pattern reported by multiple outlets involving multiple women and culminating in formal ethics penalties.

Louisville deserves leadership that reflects our values and respects everyone in our community.

Make Your Voice Heard

Democratic Primary Election
Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Vote for new leadership.

Vote for accountability.

Vote for dignity.

Vote for someone you can trust.

Louisville Deserves Better Than A “Sketchy” Dan

Daniel Grossberg should not represent Louisville in Frankfort.

For nearly two years, Kentuckians have read report after report about allegations of harassment, intimidation, inappropriate conduct toward women, and an ethics investigation that ended with Grossberg agreeing to pay fines and accept a public reprimand.

This is not what Democratic leadership looks like. It is not what women in politics should have to tolerate. And it is not what Louisville deserves.

On Tuesday, May 19, Democratic voters have the power to turn the page.

Vote Daniel Grossberg out.

Timeline: The Pattern Behind “Sketchy Dan”

A record of conduct, complaints, and consequences

Last year, the Lexington Herald-Leader reported that “Sketchy” Dan, “offered a dancer at a Louisville strip club $5,000 to have sex with him about two weeks before he was banned for life for inappropriately touching another club dancer.”

Allegations Begin to Surface

Multiple women have come forward with allegations of inappropriate conduct.Reports emerge detailing allegations from women who say Grossberg engaged in inappropriate behavior, including unwanted contact and conduct that made them uncomfortable.

Democratic Leaders Respond

Calls for accountability and resignation grow.

As reporting spreads, Democratic leaders and organizations begin calling for Grossberg to step aside, citing concerns about his conduct and its impact on women and public trust.

Examinations and Political Fallout

Ethics scrutiny and ongoing reporting

The allegations prompted formal review processes and continued media scrutiny, keeping the issue in the public eye and raising broader concerns about workplace culture and accountability in Frankfort.

February 2026

Grossberg agrees to ethics penalties.

Daniel Grossberg agrees to pay $2,000 in fines and accept a public reprimand from the Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission.

What This Means

This is not one story.

It is not one report.

It is not one mistake.

It is a pattern reported by multiple outlets involving multiple women and culminating in formal ethics penalties.

Louisville deserves leadership that reflects our values and respects everyone in our community.

Make Your Voice Heard

Democratic Primary ElectionTuesday, May 19, 2026

Vote for new leadership.Vote for accountability.Vote for dignity.Vote for someone you can trust.

Multiple women have come forward with allegations of inappropriate conduct.

Reports emerge detailing allegations from women who say Grossberg engaged in inappropriate behavior, including unwanted contact and conduct that made them uncomfortable.

Democratic Primary Election
Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Vote for new leadership.

Vote for accountability.

Vote for dignity.

Vote for someone you can trust.