The Murray Ledger and Times has a great story on Sen. McConnell's visit to Murray on Tuesday.  

U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell told Calloway County supporters Tuesday afternoon that if his Democratic opponent wins, the state would be giving up his clout and influence as the leader of the Senate Republicans.

McConnell, who spoke at the county's GOP headquarters downtown, became the Senate minority leader after Democrats secured a one-seat majority two years ago. After speeches by his wife, U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao, State Sen. Ken Winters and State Senate President David Williams, McConnell said his leadership position gives him enormous influence and allowed him to bring $500 million in federal money back to the state last year alone.