Forum finds Brownback effect in election
At a KU Dole Institute forum, Kansas GOP and Democratic leaders agree Brownback turmoil helped drive a shift toward Democrats and moderates in the Legislature. They note mailers distancing candidates from the governor and voter fatigue over tax breaks and school funding. Democrats gain 14 seats. Senate 31 R 9 D after elections.
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Clay Barker
Kansas Republican Party
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Kansas
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University of Kansas
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el Wagnon
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Bob Beatty
Washburn University
Adult Learning Center expands to technical degrees and certificates
Garden City Community College's Adult Learning Center now offers technical degrees and certificates through the Accelerating Opportunity Kansas program. Director Hector Martinez says AO Kansas provides a streamlined pathway for adults learning English, out of school years, or without a GED to gain marketable credentials. The program blends basic education with hands on training, including GED preparation, to help workers secure better pay or advancement. KDOC notes the aim is to support working adults with flexible services while building workforce skills.
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Garden City Community College
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Hector Martinez
ALC
Accelerating Opportunity Kansas
Sas Department of Commerce
KDOC
Kobach backs illegal voting claim on Clinton edge
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach backed President elect Trump’s assertion that millions voted illegally to help Clinton in the national popular vote. He cited CCES research while noting no solid evidence of widespread fraud, and avoided commenting further on Trump.
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Harvard University-affiliated
Cooperative Congressional Election Study
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