Longtime political figure Galbraith has died at 64

Kentucky political figure and perennial gubernatorial candidate Gatewood Galbraith has died, according to Fayette County Coroner Gary Ginn. Galbraith, 64, ran unsuccessfully for governor seven times, including in last November's gubernatorial race. He was a Lexington criminal defense attorney.

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